Beinn-Mhor Stewart

Hometown

Twentynine Palms, California

Education

California Baptist University, Bachelors of Arts in Music for Worship Arts and Ministry

Instrument

Piano

Biography

Beinn Stewart has always loved participating in the music-making process. He comes from an incredibly musical family and started playing piano at the age of four. He studied piano, initially, from his mom, Laurinda Stewart, then from pianist Jarrod Radnich, and most recently from Professor Steven Dahlgren from California Baptist University (CBU). While primarily a pianist, he has played several wind, brass, and string instruments in various ensembles, including but not limited to: the CBU’s University Choir and Orchestra, CBU’s Symphony Orchestra, the Joshua Tree Philharmonic, CBU Jazz Ensemble, CBU’s Wind Ensemble, and many small groups and chamber ensembles. He is also a seasoned vocalist, who has been approached to sing on several movie soundtracks, and his voice can be heard on Pixar’s Lightyear as a tenor in the choir. He currently works in score transcription services and teaches music classes at a private charter school.

What inspired you to go into music?

Music has always been an important part of my family, and participating in music with others is one of the greatest joys that I’ve ever had. I truly love performing with other musicians.

What is an interesting fact about you?

My first name is Scottish Gaelic and it has a hyphen in it: Beinn-Mhor.

What activities do you enjoy in your spare time?

I love to garden and work a lot on a raised-bed garden. One of my favorite pass times is hanging out and laughing with my friends, especially around a campfire when its a bit cold outside.

What are you most excited for about this 2024-2025 season?

I’m really excited to get the chance to perform some awesome film soundtracks that truly impact the audience. These songs have awesome emotional stories tied to them, and I’m excited to see others react to what they’re hearing.

Favorite Musical Quote:

“Simplicity is the final achievement. After one has played a vast quantity of notes and more notes, it is simplicity that emerges as the crowning reward of art”

-Frederic Chopin