GREENVILLE, S.C. (April 10, 2023) – Timothy Bedard will join the Bob Jones University faculty this fall as an assistant professor in the Department of Instrumental Studies in the Division of Music, School of Fine Arts and Communication. In addition to teaching in the horn studio, he will teach courses in brass pedagogy and literature, music education, and music theory.
“We are thrilled to have Tim joining our music community here at BJU,” said Dr. Michael Moore, Division of Music chair. “As we have gotten to know him over the last several months, it has become clear that his proven track record of musical excellence as a professional artist flows from a heart for God’s glory and a desire to disciple the next generation of musicians preparing for the ministry and marketplace.”
Tim served for six years as a member of the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Band horn section, the premier ensemble representing the service branch. He holds a Master of Music degree in French Horn from Northwestern University where he studied with Gail Williams and Jonathan Boen. He earned his Bachelor of Music degree in French Horn Performance at Wheaton College, studying with Melanie Cottle, and has completed additional studies with William C. Robinson.
“We’re so grateful for how the Lord led Tim to join our team here,” said Dr. Bruce Cox, head of the Department of Instrumental Studies. “We are excited to welcome him as well as the students that are coming to study with him in the fall!”
Tim and his wife Leah, an oboe player, met during their careers in the USCG Band, and have been blessed with three children, Malachi, Bethany and Jane. Tim said, “We here in the Bedard family are really looking forward to joining the faculty and community at BJU, especially the Division of Music!”
Tim will also be joining the horn faculty at the MasterWorks Festival this summer. He first attended MasterWorks during college and praises God for the formative experience he gained there as a Christian performing musician.
