Welcome to the Saugus Middle & High School Band & Chorus

Where music meets passion, and students shine on stage.

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.

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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.

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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

Pancake Breakfast

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...

Saugus Football Home Game

Location: Christie Serino Jr Memorial Stadium, Saugus

Date: 2025-09-19 | Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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...