About the BHS Music Program
The Berthoud High School Music Program consists of a Marching Band, Concert Band, two Jazz Bands, Orchestra, Mixed Choir, Show Choir, Music Theory and Guitar Classes.
BHS is proud of our well-rounded music program where each student has a place to develop their musical skills as part of a comprehensive music education.
The directors are most proud of our family like atmosphere where students support each other, attend each others performances, and help each other academically. It is not uncommon to find music students in the band or choir rooms before/after school or during their off hour.
The Directors
Sean Hedding
Mr. Hedding is currently in his 4th year at Berthoud High School, and his 15th year of teaching. He directs the concert band, marching band, jazz bands, mixed choir, and award- winning Show Choir in addition to teaching Music Theory and Intro to Guitar.
Mr. Hedding is a retired military musician and is proud to have served his country in the Colorado Army National Guard where he performed professionally on trumpet, horn, trombone, bass, and guitar.
Mr. Hedding holds a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from the University of Northern Colorado, and a Master's Degree in Music, Music Education from the University of Florida. He is a member of Phi Beta Mu, the Colorado Bandmasters Association, the Colorado Music Educators Association, and the National Association for Music Education.
Alex Ward
Ward is currently in their first year at Berthoud High School, where they currently direct the orchestra. This is also their second year at Turner Middle School, where they direct the orchestras as well as teaching the 7th and 8th grade choirs, as well as their 4th year of teaching overall.
Ward holds a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from the University of Northern Colorado, where they primarily studied the double bass and were an active member of the choir program. They are also a proud graduate of the Thompson School District. Ward is a member of the Colorado Music Educators Association and the National Association for Music Education.