New Musical Director!

Chicago Bronze is pleased to introduce our new Musical Director: Andrea Handley.

Andrea Handley lives in Evanston, and has been directing handbells since 1983. She holds an undergraduate degree in piano from the Indiana University School of Music, and a graduate degree in organ from the American Conservatory of Music. As Director of Music and Worship at the First Presbyterian Church of Evanston, IL, she directed a graded handbell choir program which grew to six choirs over a span of a few years, playing two sets of handbells (one seven octaves) and two sets of handchimes. More recently, she directed the handbell program at Marvin United Methodist Church in Tyler, TX. She is a published handbell composer and has written several articles for Overtones magazine.

Andrea’s husband, David, is a Presbyterian pastor, and she has three grown children – a recent seminary graduate, a professional cellist, and a daycare worker. She’s thrilled to be back “home” in the Chicago area, and more thrilled to have the opportunity to direct the Chicago Bronze!

Thanks to all of the applications who applied to the position. We were honored by your presence and interest.

Introducing: Interim Director Scott Laudick

After 5 years as the Chicago Bronze Music Director, Phil Roberts stepped down at the start of 2010. Phil helped Chicago Bronze enormously during his tenure, and we would like to thank him for his dedication to the art of handbell ringing.

Chicago Bronze will be holding auditions for the Music Director position in August 2010. If you or someone you know would be interested in this musically challenging and rewarding position, please contact us.

Chicago Bronze is pleased to announce that Scott Laudick has joined us as Interim Director.
Scott lives in Lake in the Hills, Illinois with his wife and two sons. He has a music education degree with a vocal emphasis and taught general music to grades 1-5 for four years. He has directed children’s choirs and music theater productions as well as church choirs. Additionally, he has played keyboard in rock bands and has learned how to play guitar.
Scott is excited to be the interim director for the Chicago Bronze. This is Scott’s first experience with a bell choir and he is excited to be involved with such a high caliber ensemble.
In his spare time, Scott enjoys the outdoors, spending time with his wife, and playing with his kids.