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The only child of Janice and Arthur Beard Jr., Arthur D. Beard was born on June 25, 1980 in Birmingham, Alabama. Early on in his life his parents realized that he possessed a very unique talent and passion for music. His musical endeavors began as he matriculated through the various Birmingham Public School Systems and began to develop his musical craft serving in a host of choirs as director, musician, arranger, and vocalist. Young Arthur made great strides both inside and outside of the classroom and was listed among the ranks of "Who's Who Among Americans Colleges & Universities." Minister Beard furthered his educational studies at Lawson State Community College earning an Associate Degree in Music, he also attended the renowned University of Alabama at Birmingham earning dual degrees; Bachelors of Arts in Music Performance and Music Business, and is currently pursuing a M.A., in Music Education by way of Samford University. As a result of studying under distinguished, eminent, well-known, celebrated, prominent, out-standing teachers such as UAB Professors & Lawson State Faculty & Staff, it was inevitable that Arthur would develop a sound that was
truly seasoned and well rounded in
both Gospel and Classical music.
This
unique sound and God given gift has opened many doors for him allowing him to serve as Minister of Music for various churches and denominations throughout Metropolitan Birmingham. Beard has achieved many honors and awards to attest to his talent. Musical Accomplishments include opening up and/or playing for a host of world renowned gospel artist such as Karen Clarke Sheard, Ruben Studdard, Rickey Smiley, Minister Prince E. Yelder, John P. Kee, Dottie Peoples, Christopher Play Martin, Kurt Carr, Pastor Donnie McClurkin, Bishop Kevin P. Turner, Dr. E. LaQuint Weaver, Kirk Franklin, Jonathon Nelson, Donald Lawrence, Kim Burrell and many others. Beard is an active member of several organizations, which include the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity Inc., Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Professional Music fraternity, and the Prince Hall Affiliate of the Masonic Order. Minister Beard is now the founder of the group Elements of Worship, an ensemble of
multitalented ministers of music and vocalists.
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