JOSH EDWARDS | Conductor & Artistic Director
Josh Edwards has been bringing his passion for worship and leadership to Hillview Baptist Church in Graniteville, South Carolina, as the Worship and Administrative Pastor since November 2017. Whether he's leading the congregation in worship or handling behind-the-scenes details, Josh approaches everything with a blend of heart, humor, and dedication.
A gifted pianist, Josh doesn't just stick to the church stage. He's been a key player in several Augusta-area theater productions including Forever Plaid, Plaid Tidings, Children of Eden, Guys and Dolls, Always...Patsy Cline, and Les Miserables. His ability to bring music to life has made him a go-to accompanist and collaborator in the local arts scene.
Josh's academic journey is both impressive and inspiring. In 2002, he earned a Bachelor of Music degree from Carson-Newman University, laying a strong foundation for his musical career. A decade later, he furthered his education at Anderson University and graduated in 2012 with a Master of Ministry degree in Christian Leadership and Biblical Studies - a perfect blend of his passion for learning and his dedication to faith and leadership.
With a knack for blending his musical expertise, ministry experience, and approachable personality, Josh brings energy and creativity to everything he does. Whether he's behind the pulpit, at the piano, or just cracking a joke to lighten the mood, he's always ready to make an impact - and maybe have a little fun along the way.
A gifted pianist, Josh doesn't just stick to the church stage. He's been a key player in several Augusta-area theater productions including Forever Plaid, Plaid Tidings, Children of Eden, Guys and Dolls, Always...Patsy Cline, and Les Miserables. His ability to bring music to life has made him a go-to accompanist and collaborator in the local arts scene.
Josh's academic journey is both impressive and inspiring. In 2002, he earned a Bachelor of Music degree from Carson-Newman University, laying a strong foundation for his musical career. A decade later, he furthered his education at Anderson University and graduated in 2012 with a Master of Ministry degree in Christian Leadership and Biblical Studies - a perfect blend of his passion for learning and his dedication to faith and leadership.
With a knack for blending his musical expertise, ministry experience, and approachable personality, Josh brings energy and creativity to everything he does. Whether he's behind the pulpit, at the piano, or just cracking a joke to lighten the mood, he's always ready to make an impact - and maybe have a little fun along the way.
LOGAN C. FORD | Assistant Director
Logan C. Ford brings over fourteen years of dedicated service in ministry and music education to his role as Assistant Director and Associate Conductor of Aiken Singers. Ordained in May 2023 by the First Baptist Church of Montmorenci, South Carolina, Rev. Ford answered his call to the gospel ministry at the age of fourteen and has since served in significant church-music leadership roles.
His previous appointments include Assistant Minister of Music and Choir Director at Central Baptist Church in Aiken, South Carolina; Interim Minister of Music at Coastal Shores Baptist Church in North Charleston; and Interim Minister of Music at First Baptist Church of Montmorenci from July to September 2019, after which he accepted the full-time role of Minister of Music. Today, he serves as Director of Music and Student Ministries at his home congregation.
In addition to his liturgical and choral work, Rev. Ford is a committed educator and clinician. He teaches private lessons in brass, strings, and early‐childhood music in the Aiken area, having studied violin for over ten years and trumpet for more than eight. He works with local public schools and community ensembles, sharing his passion for music education, choral performance, and arts advocacy.
At Aiken Singers, Rev. Ford combines his strong administrative and musical background with a collaborative spirit, working alongside the Director and choir members to foster artistic excellence, community engagement, and meaningful performance experiences for both singers and audiences.
His previous appointments include Assistant Minister of Music and Choir Director at Central Baptist Church in Aiken, South Carolina; Interim Minister of Music at Coastal Shores Baptist Church in North Charleston; and Interim Minister of Music at First Baptist Church of Montmorenci from July to September 2019, after which he accepted the full-time role of Minister of Music. Today, he serves as Director of Music and Student Ministries at his home congregation.
In addition to his liturgical and choral work, Rev. Ford is a committed educator and clinician. He teaches private lessons in brass, strings, and early‐childhood music in the Aiken area, having studied violin for over ten years and trumpet for more than eight. He works with local public schools and community ensembles, sharing his passion for music education, choral performance, and arts advocacy.
At Aiken Singers, Rev. Ford combines his strong administrative and musical background with a collaborative spirit, working alongside the Director and choir members to foster artistic excellence, community engagement, and meaningful performance experiences for both singers and audiences.
DAVID BROWN | Accompanist
Pianist David Brown and his wife Deborah have called Aiken, SC their home for the past 15 years. Equally comfortable in the classical, jazz, and cabaret fields, David brings over four decades of performing and teaching experience to the area. When he is not teaching piano at Aiken’s Carolina Academy of Music, or for the AU Conservatory Program, he’s also the accompanist for Aiken Choral Society, Paladin Productions, and the Aiken Unitarian Universalist Church. He can also be found playing jazz with “4 Cats in the Doghouse” at The Willcox.
David received his Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance from the Crane School of Music (SUNY-Potsdam), and master’s in music and music education from Teachers College Columbia University. He has served as staff accompanist at Montclair State University (NJ) and has also been a faculty member at Bergen Community College (NJ), Westchester Community College (NY), among others. David has performed extensively as a recital accompanist throughout the Hudson Valley and Catskill regions of New York State and has performed with many Broadway stage performers as a freelance piano accompanist in New York City.
David received his Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance from the Crane School of Music (SUNY-Potsdam), and master’s in music and music education from Teachers College Columbia University. He has served as staff accompanist at Montclair State University (NJ) and has also been a faculty member at Bergen Community College (NJ), Westchester Community College (NY), among others. David has performed extensively as a recital accompanist throughout the Hudson Valley and Catskill regions of New York State and has performed with many Broadway stage performers as a freelance piano accompanist in New York City.
Aiken Singers Board MembersDebbie Linburg, President
Beth Schad, Vice President Gayle Ferguson, Treasurer Debbie Filson, Secretary Carla Noziglia Pat Adams Janet Trotman Josh Edwards (Non-voting) |
Committee ChairsGrants – Jim Pierce
Publicity – Carla Noziglia Library – Judy Justice Venues – Debbie Pawley Hospitality – Beth Schad Membership – Gayle Ferguson |
