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Music

Award-winning music programs that provide students with opportunities for creative expression and confidence-building.


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Music & Theatre Arts
Portland Road Professional Center
4760 Portland Road NE, Suite 101
Salem
OR
97305

Stephen Lytle
Coordinator of Music & Drama

Kathryn Kem
Program Assistant

Sheila Gebhardt
Administrative Specialist

Salem-Keizer Music Programs

Salem-Keizer Public Schools offers a wide variety of both instrumental and vocal music programs from kindergarten through 12th grades. Our music faculty join us from around the country, bringing their rich and diverse experiences to our district so students enjoy access to a quality music education.

School Music YouTube Channels

This Week's Music Upcoming Events

Upcoming Music Events & Performances

September 2023
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
Sun, Aug 27
Mon, Aug 28
South Choir Camp
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Tue, Aug 29
Sprague Choir Camp
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South Choir Camp
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Fri, Sep 1
MB: Football Game
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Sun, Sep 3
Mon, Sep 4
Wed, Sep 6
MB: Rehearsal
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MB: Rehearsal
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Thu, Sep 7
Mon, Sep 11
MB: Rehearsal
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MB: Rehearsal
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WSHS Choir Parent Meeting
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Wed, Sep 13
MB: Rehearsal
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WSHS Orchestra Parent Meeting
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Sat, Sep 16
MB: Rehearsal
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Calendar & Category Legend:

  • All Salem-Keizer District Music
  • McKay Music
  • McNary Area Performing Arts
  • North Area Music Calendar
  • South Area Music
  • Sprague Area Music
  • West Area Music

Local Music Program Resources & Information

Meet Our Faculty

ODE Music Standards

The Salem-Keizer school district is full of thriving music programs and excellent staff. This creates a culture of high expectations and exceptional support and growth opportunities. I truly believe I have grown so much as a music educator.

The well-supported, high quality music programs, in all levels and areas makes me proud to be a new hire in the district.

Teaching in a community that supports you and loves music is a dream come true. The students are phenomenal and I feel gratified as a musician in the quality of music we get to make together.

Come Work With Us!

Our district employs more than 100 music teachers, serving students in kindergarten through high school. Students in our elementary schools receive at least an hour of music instruction each week, in addition to optional participation in choir, orchestra, and band. The choir, orchestra, and band programs continue through high school, with the full complement offered at each of our traditional middle and high schools. Some schools also offer courses in guitar, world drumming, piano, ukulele, and more!

Our programs are staffed vertically, enabling students to receive instruction from teachers working within their area of specialty. Our faculty hail from around the country, drawn by the commitment our community makes to ensuring all students have access to a quality music education. To see available positions, visit our Careers page.