Queen City Bronze is a professional, community handbell ensemble based in Cincinnati, Ohio. The group was born in October of 2008 under the direction of Jennifer Cauhorn, Executive Director of the American Guild of English Handbell Ringers. Originally, the group of auditioned ringers was formed for the purpose of performing on stage with the Cincinnati Pops during their 2008 Holiday Concert series. Following overwhelming praise from the Pops organization and concertgoers, members of the ensemble made a decision to expand the group and the repertoire to become a full-time ensemble. The mission of Queen City Bronze is to increase the understanding and appreciation of one of the world’s oldest and most versatile art forms. Through community engagement, professional performances and education, QCB intends to leave a unique musical stamp on Cincinnati and the surrounding area. The seventeen members currently practice for three hours per week and travel up to seventy miles to arrive at their rehearsal location. The group practices and performs a wide range of repertoire including sacred and secular music. QCB is available for concerts, receptions, weddings, and other events.

 

MISSION:

• To attract, organize, educate, and rehearse qualified handbell ringers in all aspects of handbell music.

• To educate others in the community through performances of handbell music.

• To promote the art of handbell ringing.

• To encourage the public appreciation of and interest in handbell music.