Notice: The enrollment period for Pinellas County magnet programs for school year 2012-2013, including the Leadership Conservatory, is January 7 - 20, 2012. For information on how to apply, visit:
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The Tarpon Springs High School Leadership Conservatory for the Arts (formerly the Leadership and Music Conservatory) is a countywide magnet program open to students throughout Pinellas County. For information on the application process to the magnet program, please refer to the Pinellas County Schools website on magnet programs. The application period for all magnet programs is in January and February of each year. Please refer to this link for the exact dates and process for the current year.

There is a world of up-to-date information on this website regarding the instrumental music and choreography segments of the Conservatory program and we encourage incoming and prospective students to review all areas of the site. Also, confirmed incoming students and their parents should subsribe to our email list of informational updates.

We invite all students to take a look at our Leadership Conservatory for the Arts program and what it has to offer YOU. We have designed the music curriculum to include something for everyone whether you play an instrument or not. There are classes for the student who:

• Desires to perform as an elite member of one of our "award winning" musical ensembles.
• Wants to learn to play a musical instrument.
• Loves to dance and would like to improve their skills as part of a #1 performing ensemble.
• Enjoys listening to a variety of music.

Becoming a member of our TSHS Leadership Conservatory for the Arts can benefit you as an individual in so many ways. For those of you who are just entering high school, the music program can become an instant family of friends and help make a somewhat scary transition so much easier. For everyone involved, the skills you learn in our music program to achieve quality performance levels are the same skills that will make you a successful individual no matter what you choose to do in life. The members of TSHS Leadership Conservatory for the Arts are totally committed to self-discipline, individual responsibility, and excellence. The staff is totally committed to not only teaching students to become better musicians, but also to help them develop as better people.

We are excited about all the wonderful opportunities the Conservatory has to offer our students. Our achievements are many; in recent years, our ensembles have had the opportunity to perform on a national level in four different states before more than 500,000 people. We look forward to sharing with you our program, our vision, and our results.

For parents, you are encouraged to support your student and become active in the Tarpon Springs High School Band Booster organization. For additional information on the Boosters and parental expectations, please review the Band Booster web page. Also, each spring, we hold an "Ice Breaker" event for new students and their parents where detailed information is provided and all questions answered. Check the Band Calendar for that date - usually in May.

Top 10 Reasons To Include MUSIC In Your Schedule

10. Satisfies the Fine Art credit required for graduation;
9. Meet new people and make close friends amongst our Music Fraternity;
8. Benefit from the rewards of hard work, self-discipline, and a commitment to excellence;
7. Learn lessons that apply far beyond the realm of music;
6. Benefit from rewards of hard work, self-discipline, and a commitment to excellence;
5. Perform in numerous events in front of 500,000+ people within a year;
4. Travel and experience various places both within and outside of Florida;
3. Be among the over 70% of the music students who are on the honor roll or dean's list.
2. Increase your chances at scholarship money for college.

And The #1 Reason Is...
Be a member of an award winning, quality program and have something to be proud of when
you graduate!

"Our instrumental music education program is cosmopolitan, giving recognition to the values in all kinds of music." - Kevin Ford

Read more about how music education can improve students' overall education and future potential!

An Open Letter to Parents about the Importance of Private Lessons

How Can You Become a Member?

It's simple!
Contact your guidance counselor in Student Services to include any of the Conservatory curriculum courses in your schedule. Or contact the Conservatory for more information.