About The Band

The Lumpkin County Band of Gold

The Lumpkin County Band of Gold is a School and Community organization located in the beautiful town of Dahlonega, GA. The BoG prides itself upon its service to both Lumpkin County High School and the Dahlonega community through its free concerts and engaging performances, parades, and other service related activities.

We are always appreciative of any parent volunteers or donations. For questions or concerns please reach out to Mr. Jackson: cory.jackson@lumpkinschools.com

Go Indians!

Cory Jackson

LCHS Director of Bands

Mr. Cory Jackson is currently the Director of Bands at Lumpkin County High School. Mr. Jackson is a Dahlonega native and has been educated by some of the best in the country. He attended both Lumpkin County Middle School and Lumpkin County High School. During high school, he performed in the Young Harris Honor Band, University of Georgia JanFest Honor Band, District 9 Honor Band, and Georgia All-State Band. After graduating high school, he attended the University of North Georgia, in Dahlonega. While at UNG, Mr. Jackson completed a bachelor’s degree in Instrumental Music Education, Magna Cum Laude.

Jacob Wood

LCMS Band Director

Mr. Jacob Wood is a proud graduate of Lumpkin County High School and currently serves as the Band Director at LCMS and Assistant Director at LCHS. He formerly served these same roles at Stephens County Schools and additionally as Music Teacher at the 5th Grade Academy. Prior, Mr. Wood graduated from Valdosta State University with his Master's in Music Performance and served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant. He also holds a Bachelor's in Music Education from Young Harris College, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude and served as Honor Band Coordinator and Band Librarian.

In addition to his teaching career, Mr. Wood serves as a trumpet player in several community ensembles including Toccoa Jazz, and Tri-State Community Band. Mr. Wood previously held seats with the Valdosta Symphony Orchestra and Albany (GA) Symphony. He is a past winner of the Georgia Music Teachers Association Solo Competition - Upper College Division and semi-finalist of the National Trumpet Competition - Ensemble Division.

Theresa Roy

Color Guard Instructor

Mrs. Theresa Roy lives in Dahlonega with her husband and three sons. She graduated from Lumpkin County High School and continued her education at the University of North Georgia (formerly North Georgia College and State University) obtaining both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Health and Physical Education. To further her education, she completed an Educational Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Piedmont University. Currently, Mrs. Roy teaches eighth grade ELA/Special Education; in addition, she coaches Color Guard at LCHS. She loves her students and looks forward to helping them learn and grow.

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