ORGAN and KEYS: Min. Arthur Beard, ORGAN: Kendall Karr, KEYS: Donald Shipmen, BASS: Ezra Vaughn, DRUMS: Navari Jones
THE ELEMENTS:
SOPRANOS: Adrienne Barron, Chiniqua Edwards, Sharon Evans, Kijeka Finch, Henry Jones, Lauren Lyons, Dawnisha Massey, Jennifer Moultry, Jaqueeta Nickson, Fred Ruffin, Linda Shelly, April Sledge, Sheberia Wolf
TENORS: Ladale Bishop, Frank Burgin, Dautarious Burks, Sir Arthur Edwards, Jerry Gaston, Lynn Guy, Eric Hall, Eric Lockhart, Brian McCoy, Andre Moore, Brandon Peterson, Jeffrey Skinner, Dearyon Smith, Jonathon Smith, Travis Oliver
Influences
ARTHUR BEARD & ELEMENTS OF WORSHIP ministering on YOU TUBE.
The Lord God Almighty,
Pastor Edward E. Rodgers,
Janice L. Beard (My Mother),
Rev. Michael Shine,
Minister Valerie Harris,
Minister Kevin Freeman,
Rev. Daniel Mario Cason,
Dr. Rev. Bennard Williams,
Dr. Henry Panion,
Rev. Kevin Turner,
Kirk Franklin and the Family,
Rev. Milton Brunson and the Thompson Community Singers,
Richard Smallwood,
Ricky Dillard,
Kurt Carr,
Tyrice J. Johnson,
Ludwig van Beethoven,
George Frideric Handel,
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart,
Franz Joseph Haydn,
Johann Sebastian Bach,
Prince E. Yelder,
Art Tatum,
Duke Ellington,
Twinkie Clark Terrelle,
Donald Lawrence,
Antuan Grier,
Anthony Williams,
Thomas Whitfield,
Navari Jones,
Timothy George,
Ruben Studdard,
All professors at UAB (School of Music),
All professors at Samford University (School of Music)
Sounds Like
Fine, Defined, and Refined. You'll have to hear it to understand.
ARTHUR D. BEARD BIO
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, Dorothy Norwood 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.
ELEMENTS OF WORSHIP BIO
This dynamic group has taken the gospel world by storm and promises to take worship to an even higher element! One of Birmingham Alabama’s most admired-well liked ensembles debuted on September 17, 2006 as Min. Beard celebrated 15 years of musical ministry. Elements is comprised of various vocalist, musicians, and directors from across the state of Alabama. This multitalented group not only shares a sincere passion for Christ, but also a desire to reach the masses at any cost through music.
Elements of Worship founded in November 2005 are the product of the lifelong musical experience of its founder, Min. Arthur D. Beard. Beard is a native of Birmingham, Alabama and is an accomplished director, musician, arranger, and vocalist. He has dedicated over 16 years of his life as a Minister of Music in several local churches in the state of Alabama. Minister Beard has a vision ordained by God and musical expertise that allows him to be gifted in various forms of performing arts.
Acts 2:2
“Suddenly there came from the sky a sound like the rushing of a mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting.”
Truly on the “move” spreading the love of God and the message of holiness, Elements has been featured and invited to numerous concerts, musicals and worship services. The ministry has been blessed to share the stage with some of gospel music’s finest. Elements has also traveled to Atlanta, GA (Ricky Dillard's Birthday Celebration), Memphis, Tennessee (Kevin Davidson & the Voices Musical), and will be attending the Gospel Music Workshop Of America in Nashville, TN.
Combining the richness of traditional and contemporary gospel, the Elements has showcased memorable performances at the Annual Unity Breakfast, “Praise is My Weapon” sponsored by Total Praise Management, State Farm Gospel Expo, SCLC Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend, Emerging Leaders Conference (Alabama A&M Gospel Choir, Kim Burrell), “Praiz In The House”, opened for Jonathan Nelson at Miles College, as well as took part in recording sessions with Dr. E. Laquint Weaver & the Hallelujah Singers (Detroit, Michigan), and was special guest for Evangelist Lillian Lyord, of Atlanta Georgia. Arthur D. Beard & Elements of Worship took the stage with Pastor John P. Kee & New Life on Friday July 11th, 2008 Montgomery, Alabama. On December 5th, 2008 Arthur D. Beard & the Elements of Worship made its Debut Appearance on Fox 6 Good Day Alabama and were featured again on Christmas Day of 2008. The Elements of Worship set the house on fire at the first 2009 Concert Series of the year in Alabama, featuring Dorothy Norwood/Prince Yelder & DFC, and just recently Arthur Beard & the Elements were the “first” gospel group/ministry in Alabama to be booked and take the stage as the half time act at the United States Tennis Association 2009 Davis Cup event held in Birmingham, AL (BJCC Arena) on March 06, 2009 in front of a sold-out crowd of 16,000 plus, that aired Nationally and Internationally worldwide.
In September 2007, Elements drew a crowd of over 2,500 as they celebrated their 2nd year in ministry. Also October 2008 The Elements presented “A Night to Remember, A Night of Worship,” “A Salute to Richard Smallwood” for their 3rd year anniversary. Satan has made several attempts to stop the movement of God through Elements, but to no avail. The enemy cannot dwell where God resides, and through collective prayer and fasting, and invoking the presence of God, the Lord has strengthened Elements to overcome opposition – that His glory may be seen. Based in Birmingham, AL, the 30+ Elements is among the most admired, requested, and favored music ministry in the state.
The ministry travels anywhere its mission calls, ministering from a diverse repertoire of gospel music: from traditional to contemporary works, arranged by Min. Beard. Elements, under the anointed leadership of Min. Arthur D. Beard, is sure to set you in an atmosphere of Worship. "This isn't the norm, are you ready?"
Hey Beard how are you doing? I hope that everything is going well with you holla back whenever you can get a chance to and i will see you at the Exhibition and may God bless you is my prayer.
Beard!!!! Thank you for checking in on me!!! I really do miss you hunni bunni. I was talking bout you the other day. I hope yall's engagement went great!!! Love you much!!!! Xoxoxox muah:-)
Everybody is doing good, you kno Granny house burned up so she moved really close to where she was stayin. She's happy though still teaching her music everyday, all day. But she would love to see you because she is hearing so many GREAT things about you. If or when you decide to go see her you can call her old number and it will give you the new number, so you can get directions. Well keep doing what you're doing, you are Blessing a lot of people. MUCH LOVE!!! Cookie!!!
Hey Arthur, Jus stop by to let you know that I really enjoyed You and Your Worship Team at the Peoples Choice Awards. You guys were awesome and it sounded like there were about 100 or more people singing. Keep lifting up the Name Of JESUS!!!!
Congratulations on your 3rd Anniversary! Many of us were able to come and share in this special day as you uplifted the name of Jesus through song. As fellow minstrels it is a joy to be able to come and get ministered to. We were glad to be able to witness and celebrate you on yesterday and wish you many more years of dynamic ministry.
Blessings to you Minister Arthur and Elements of Worship. I love you all. Please stay focused and prayerful. Your journey is about to take some interesting and colorful curves and turns. Grace and peace, Pastor Kevin
Hello Arthur Beard & Elements of Worship Oct 12 BE THERE,
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LOL!!!!! Thanks Arthur! You always know how to make a girl smile! I feel so pretty! hehehehehe! (like a school girl)I'm also loving this pic of you and Elements! I love you guys. By the way, I'm reigistered as a fulltime student back at UAB!!!! Thanks so much for the encouragement!
Awwwwww! You always have such encouraging things to say! I'm not sure about if I'm going to attend the reunion because I may be out of town. I'm still deciding what I'm going to do now! However, Class of 98 better do it big, and if I'm not there, I'm sure you will represent well on my behave as an elite, gifted, anointed, alumni of Wenonah High Class of 1998!!!!
Lawd Hav' Mercy!.......Where Should I Begin To Start w/ Arthur Beard's Elements Of Worship!.....I Want To Thank You Guys For Coming To Detroit On Yesterday (July 20, 2008) For Our 17th Annual Anniversary Service Here In Detroit, MI. And I'd Like To Encourage You All To Keep On Doing What You Do For The Body Of Christ!.....Tho' Your Founder & Director Wasn't Able To Get On The Plane, You All Still BLESSED Us In A Mighty Way Through Song Ministry. I'm So Proud Of You Arthur, That I really Don't Know What To Do Man. Elements!... You Guys All Really, Really, Really, Blessed Us. The Lord Is Really Going To Do GREAT, GREAT Things For This Ministry, I Just Feel It. Arthur, You Should Be Very Proud Of What The Lord Has Given To You, And DON'T Take It Lightly Either. I'm So Proud To Be An Honorary Member Of This Ministry Too....Lol! You All Represented The "Ham" In An Excellent Way. Tho' The Devil Tired To Stop It, God In Return Blocked It. And You All Saaaaaaaang & Took Us Too The Next Level In Worship. I Love You All & The Hallelujah Singers Do As Well. And Should You Ever Need Us Then You Know That We're Just A Phone Call Away. Much Success To You Nephew & The Elements Of Worship!.....And Thank You Soooo Much For Coming!
Love Yo' Uncle! Dr. E. LaQuint Weaver II & The Hallelujah Singers
