The Salem High School Music Department welcomes students at every level of skill, experience, motivation and interest.
SHS Music Department Staff | ||
|---|---|---|
Ben Chertok | Coordinator of Music, Salem Public Schools | bchertok@salemk12.org |
Dr. Tudor Dornescu | Orchestra Teacher | tdornescu@salemk12.org |
Micaiah Jones | Chorus Teacher | mjones@salemk12.org |
Jabari Tovar | Percussion | jtovar@salemk12.org |
Nalani Fujiwara | Winds | nfujiwara@salemk12.org |
Luke Deardorff | Winds | ddeardorff@salemk12.org |
Lia Zhu | Winds | yzhu@salemk12.org |
Why join the Music program?
- Our students hail from different backgrounds and share musical interests and passion. Lifelong friendships are forged.
- Our team of educators are passionate about guiding your musical growth.
- Our students develop musical and life skills: time management, goal-setting, teamwork, perseverance, self-discipline, and leadership.
- We create music, which keeps the brain active and growing. Music is uplifting and brings joy.
What Non-Ensemble Electives are available at SHS?
- Piano Class
- Exploring Music
- Music Two
- Advanced Placement Music Theory
- Exploring Jazz
- Advanced Jazz
- Digital Music
What Performing Ensembles are available at SHS?
- Chorus
- Chamber Singers (by audition)
- Concert Band
- Wind Ensemble (by audition)
- Marching Band
- String Orchestra
- Symphony Orchestra
What Music Extra-Curricular Ensembles and Activities are available at SHS?
- Brass Ensemble
- Jazz Band
- Percussion Ensemble
- Witch Pitch?! A Capella
- Fall and Winter Colorguard
- Tri-M Music Honor Society
- Private Lesson Program
- Performance and Cultural Trips
- Leadership Opportunities
- Recitals and Chamber Ensembles
What Pathways will I be prepared for after high school?
- Making music post-high school: Salem Community Band
- Careers in Music
- The College Audition Process
- Targeted guidance for students who would like to major/minor in music
