Music Program
Music Education is an integral part of Jeffco's core curriculum and provides students with unique experiences and skills essential for success in the 21st century workforce. Students are provided instruction in all aspects of music: singing, playing, moving, reading, listening, analyzing, creating, and performing.
All Jefferson County students participate in general music classes beginning in first grade. In fifth grade, students may also take instrumental music classes which offers them the opportunity to learn how to play a wind, brass, percussion or string instrument. In middle school, music education options include classes in band, orchestra and choral music. Music electives at the high school level include a wide variety of both instrumental and choral offerings. Jeffco students excel in music at a very high level and regularly win regional, state, and national awards for their performances.
Research reveals strong correlations between a quality music education program and academic achievement. The study of music develops essential skills in critical thinking, creative problem solving, effective communication, and team work. Participation in music supports our District's Mission: To provide a quality education that prepares all children for a successful future.
Jeffco Community Instrument Drive
Our kids need your help!
Every year more students want to play in band or orchestra; however, there are not enough instruments available at our local public schools. More than 10,000 Jeffco students participate in the instrumental music program; unfortunately, at least 2,000 students don't enroll because they can't afford to buy or rent an instrument. Therefore, Jeffco community organizations are sponsoring an instrument drive to provide students more opportunities to participate.
How can you help?
You can "clean out your closet" of used musical instruments and put them to good use by donating them for use in our Jeffco schools. In addition, sometimes school-owned instruments are inadvertently misplaced or forgotten. Here is a chance to return them with no questions asked!
What instruments are appropriate? Any instrument normally used in a school band or orchestra is welcome, including guitars.
Don't have an instrument? We also welcome tax deductible cash donations which can help with the purchase of new instruments or repairs to older instruments. Checks should be made payable to More Music for Kids and mailed to: Jefferson Foundation, 809 Quail St., Building #1, Lakewood, CO 80215.
Are donations tax deductible? Yes. If you donate an instrument a receipt will be provided at the time of donation.
Contact Information
For more information call 303-982-5971
Audition Materials
- See your middle school director for audition materials
- High School Honor Band
- High School Honor Orchestra—See your director for audition materials
All County Eligibility
All County Eligibility Document
All-County Ticket Order Forms
High School Ticket Order Form
Middle School Ticket Order Form
All-State Band Information
All-State Choir Information
All-State Orchestra Information
Music Department
303-982-5971