Fine and Performing Arts Dept

Announcements
Celebrating New Endowment for TUSD OMA

Sept 17, 2025 – Trista Tamura, the Visual Arts Teacher at Lineweaver Elementary, spoke with local news on the the strengths of "Opening Minds through the Arts” as it celebrates 25 years. Tucson Unified's Opening Minds through the Arts Receives $2M Endowment

2025 OMA Showcase Performances

May 3, 2025 – OMA students and teachers answered the dramatic question, "What is your Superpower?" through a series of creative performances incorporating singing, music, dance, and acting. View more. More about the OMA Showcase

Recognition of Our Music Education Community

Feb 2, 2024 – Tucson Unified was recognized at the Arizona Music Educators Association Conference on February 2 in Mesa, Arizona, for our excellent musical programs, outstanding directors, dedicated students, and the twelve year recognition as a Best Communities for Music EducationLearn more about our award.

A boy concentrates as he plays guitar
High school students play guitar
A man wearing glasses and a suit jacket directs a group of student guitarists
A man in a red shirt and glasses holds a guitar
A group of preteen girl guitarists
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3/11/2026
Celebrating Superintendent Dr. Trujillo & TUSD student musicians & teachers in a concert of classical & pop music.
4/13/2026
Choral performance at Palo Verde Magnet High School.
4/20/2026
Mozart choral performance at Tucson High Magnet School.
4/24/2026
Middle school choir performances at Sabino High School.
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Fine and Performing Arts Dept

Tucson Unified's Fine and Performing Arts is committed to providing educational experiences which foster creative exploration, build community relationships and honor the universal thread of humanity.

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