Meet Our Dean

Timothy Channell, Ed.D., professor of music business, has served Radford for 15 years and brings past professional experience in alumni relations, academic advising, festival management and K-12 music education. At Radford, he has served as the chair of the music department and, most recently, as assistant provost for budget and academic operations. He also participated last year in the prestigious ACE Fellows program.

Dr. Channell has over 30 years of experience as a music educator, arts administrator, fundraiser, and in concert promotion. Dr. Channell has worked to bring nationally recognized performers to various concert venues. He has performed on or produced multiple recordings and has been very involved in working to raise capital support, market, promote, and develop relationships for various constituencies. Additionally, he has vast experience in event planning, contract negotiation, budget development, and has presented numerous workshops on fundraising throughout the east coast of the United States.

Dr. Channell is a sought-after adjudicator, clinician, and performer.  He is president of Channell Consulting Services; a firm providing specialized consulting for various arts organizations helping them better understand their current position and potential for financial and artistic growth.

In addition to his teaching and administrative duties Dr. Channell is the pipe major the the Radford University Pipes and Drums. He is also a member of the Music and Entertainment Educators Association and the College Music Society.