Music Department Head, Instrumental Music, Senior Concert Band, Grade 10 Concert Band, and Jazz Band

Andrew Virtue holds a bachelor’s degree in music education, a master’s in music performance, and a bachelor’s of education from the University of Western Ontario. A passionate music educator, he inspires students to engage with the academic, introspective, and collaborative lessons taught through music. His ensembles have received numerous awards at both local and provincial festivals, including 1st place at the provincial level.

Outside his role at A.B. Lucas, Andrew is a brass band enthusiast and performs as Principal Cornet and Deputy Bandmaster of the London Citadel Band of The Salvation Army. He has been featured as a soloist with several elite brass ensembles and has performed with world-renowned musicians such as Mark Ridenour (Chicago Symphony), Patrick Sheridan (tuba soloist), and Jens Lindemann (Canadian Brass).

You can reach Mr. Virtue by email at a.virtue@tvdsb.ca  or by phoning the Music Department directly at: 519.452.2600 x 60024