Music
Michael E. Pierson, Visual and Performing Arts Supervisor
Jordan Markwood, Performing Arts Specialist
PH: (571) 252-1420
LCPS offers a comprehensive music program in grades K-12. Music is required of all students in grades K-6. Music is required in grade 6 and the offerings include band, chorus, strings, and general music. Band, chorus, guitar, and strings in grades 7 and 8 are electives. In grades 9-12, a full program of electives is offered including multiple levels of band, chorus, guitar, and orchestra. For more information, please refer to the LCPS Program of Studies and or contact the program director at the school directly.
NAMM Award for Best Communities for Music Education
LCPS Music Awards: Blue Ribbon Schools 2026
12 LCPS schools are recognized as VMEA (Virginia Music Educators Association) Blue Ribbon Schools! In order to receive this honor, three performing ensembles (band, chorus, and orchestra) must receive a superior rating in all three ensembles. Congratulations to these qualifying schools:
Brambleton Middle School
J. Michael Lunsford Middle School
Stone Hill Middle School
Willard Middle School
Briar Woods High School
Dominion High School
John Champe High School
Lightridge High School
Loudoun Valley High School
Rock Ridge High School
Stone Bridge High School
Tuscarora High School