i’m glad you’re here!
Welcome!
Choosing where to study music is a big decision, and I’m honored that you’re taking a moment to explore what we do at Bluefield University. My work is rooted in the belief that music is more than a skill set — it’s a calling, a craft, and a way of shaping the world with beauty, truth, and compassion. When students step into our program, they enter a community where their gifts are taken seriously, their questions are welcomed, and their growth is celebrated.
If you’re someone who loves to create, to lead, to worship, to collaborate, or simply to understand music more deeply, I’d love to walk alongside you as you take your next steps. This is a place where you can stretch your abilities, discover new passions, and find mentors who care about who you’re becoming as much as what you can do. I’m always excited to meet students who are discerning their path, and I hope you’ll find something here that sparks your imagination and makes you feel at home.
experience bluefield
I’d be delighted to help you experience our program firsthand. You’re welcome to:
Visit campus and spend time with our students and faculty
Sit in on rehearsals or classes
Schedule a sample lesson in your primary area
Explore degree options in Church Music, Worship Arts, Music Education, and more
These visits often give students their first real sense of the community they’ll be joining
what you’ll experience at BU
Students in our program often describe it as a place where they feel both supported and stretched. You’ll experience:
A close-knit department where your professors know your goals
Performance opportunities from your first semester
Collaborative projects across ensembles, worship teams, and community partners
Courses that connect music, theology, psychology, and history in meaningful ways
A culture shaped by excellence, hospitality, and purpose
My hope is that you’ll leave Bluefield not only with strong musical training, but with a deeper sense of calling and confidence