About the Band & Chorus
The Band
Our high school band is a vibrant group of talented musicians who perform at school events, competitions, and community gatherings. From jazz to classical, our band brings music to life.
The Chorus
The chorus is a harmonious ensemble that showcases the power of voices united. We perform a variety of genres, from traditional choral music to modern pop arrangements.
Meet Our Instructors

Chance Krause
Band Director
Chance Krause started his musical career as a band kid in Springtown, Texas where he performed in regional jazz bands, all-state ensembles and a state finalist marching band. In 2017, he graduated from Southern Methodist University, where he performed in the Meadows Wind Ensemble and Jazz Orchestra while earning his degree in music education. After graduation, Chance spent two years teaching middle school and beginning band in Dallas before moving to California’s Bay Area. There, he became the Director of Instrumental Music at Clayton Valley High School, where he taught high school band, orchestra, jazz band, and competitive marching band. Chance received his Masters Degree in Music Education from Boston University in 2025, and is excited to join Saugus Middle High School and become a part of the community.

Evan Smith
Chorus Director
Evan Smith has been the chorus director at Saugus Middle High School since the 2021-2022 school year and the director of Tonal Chaos since 2022. An alumni of Saugus Public Schools, Evan went on to study music performance and education at the University of Massachusetts Lowell and has been playing music since he was in fourth grade.
Upcoming Events
Pancake Breakfast
Location: Saugus Middle High School Cafeteria. 1 Pearce Memorial Drive
Date: 2025-11-23 | Time: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Enjoy delicious pancakes, musical performances, a photo opportunity with Santa, and a chance to win a raffle basket — all while supporting our Saugus band and chorus students! We’ll also be hosting a holiday toy drive to bring a new, unwrapped toy...
Guess who’s going to Jail on Founders Day – Sept. 13, 2025?
Location: Saugus Town Hall
Date: 2025-09-13 | Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Come celebrate Saugus Founder's Day with the SMHS Band & Chorus. The start of this year's school year will be the first time Band & Chorus join together in this FUN activity. This year's jailhouse will feature some high-profile celebrities...
Our Sponsors
State Street
Through State Street Foundation, our philanthropic arm, we are committed to creating stronger communities by making grants to charitable organizations that advance educational achievement and employability.
Polcari’s
Welcome to POLCARI'S! Authentic Family Style Cuisine. We serve very authentic Italian cuisine. Most of the menu items are old family recipes straight from Boston's North End.
Bits & Bites
Friendly and casual Filipino owned bakery-cafe serving specialty coffee, teas, sandwiches and Filipino-inspired cakes and pastries.
Prince Pizza
Prince is the largest family-owned pizzeria in America. Consistently voted The Best Pizza of Boston's North Shore! This legendary family restaurant is known for its famous pizza, warm, casual atmosphere and leaning tower. Come in. Say hello! We'd love to see you!
Harrows Chicken
Since the 1930s Harrows makes the best quality chicken pies in all New England. Our pies are still made fresh daily at our Reading location and delivered to our 5 stores including Saugus, on Rte 1.
Banana Splitz
We proudly serve Richardson’s Ice Cream, Richie’s Premium Slush, Soft Serve including Flavor Burst and tons more delicious, quality treats for the whole family!



