PGCPS Instrumental Music

Winds, Strings, and Percussion - Grades 4-12

Welcome to Prince George's County Public Schools Instrumental Music!

Lionel J. Harrell - Supervisor

Paul Hatton - Instructional Specialist

Instrumental Music Site Quick Links

Mission Statement

The Instrumental Music Instructional Program is committed to ensuring that all students have an opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills needed for success in playing an instrument whether as a soloist, in small chamber groups, or in large ensembles. The Instrumental Music Program is a year-long, sequential and continual program of study offered in schools in Prince George's County beginning in fourth grade.

Supporting PGCPS Systemic Goals

Educational Excellence

All students should have a premier education characterized by equitable access to relevant and accessible learning tools and equipment by using instructional concepts of the 21st Century essential to the discipline.


Excellence in Equity

Every learning environment shall be inclusive and equitable that supports, develops, and celebrates all students and families.


PGCPS Systemic Instrumental Music Calendar

Isaac Gourdine Building

8700 Allentown Road

Fort Washington, MD 20744

 301.333.0963

Lionel Harrell

Instrumental Music Supervisor

Paul Hatton

Instrumental Music Specialist