A graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music and the University of Cincinnati, Dr. Abriol holds a DMA degree in Composition. His principal instrument is the piano, and he also plays and teaches violin and viola. Dr. Abriol is deeply committed to holding a high standard for music in worship. With many voices calling today for entertainment style worship experiences, we are very grateful for the clear convictions Rodney brings to the Weimar campus. Dr. Abriol is working to develop a principal touring orchestra for advanced students and also a campus orchestra to develop and train other musicians who will be able to advance into the touring group. Both the Academy and College will have general choirs and an advanced choral group that will tour with the orchestra. Dr. Abriol will also teach keyboard and voice along with classes in music appreciation, music theory, and in the history and purpose of music in worship.