Empowering teachers and students for a brighter future
Supporting education and innovation.
The Orchestra program at Oakton High school is a robust and growing community of about 130-150 young musicians comprising up to five regularly meeting classes and three performing ensembles. Students from all walks of life come together to make music and experience the core values of contemporary music education, among these are our tenants of Camaraderie, Teamwork, Passion, Excellence and above all Music. Our students are involved in a great variety of academic and extracurricular activities and consistently demonstrate a commitment to exceptional music making.
2024-25 Upcoming events!
October 29 Fall Concert, 7pm (students arrive 6pm)
December 4 Performing Arts Department NYC All Day Trip (optional)
December 19 Winter Concert, 7pm (students arrive 6pm)
February 19 Pre-assessment Concert 1, 7pm
February 20 Pre-assessment Concert 2, 7pm
March 14 or 15 Assessment Concert, time and location TBD
April 2 - 5 Spring Trip to Pigeon Forge/Dollywood (optional)
May 22 Spring Concert, 7pm (students arrive 6pm)
May 29 Senior Recital Concert 7pm
Enrichment opportunities and optional VBODA
November 7-9 Sr. Regional Orchestra event at Hayfield Secondary
November 19 Sr. District Orchestra Auditions at Thoreau MS
January 10-11 Sr. District Event location TBD
February 22 All Virginia Auditions at JMU
April 24-26 All Virginia Event in Richmond
April 25 Solo and Ensemble at Cooper MS
All these events are strongly encouraged - auditioning and performing for these events is one of the best ways to develop your independent musical skills, looks great on college apps and is a lot of fun!
