The Williams Beginning and Middle School Bands will develop your child's instrumental skills. No prior experience or knowledge of music is necessary. Skills learned in the beginning year, will provide a solid foundation upon which the scholar will build as they advance to the Concert Band.

Through classroom and public performance, each beginner will learn the mechanics of proper sound production, will attain knowledge of basic rhythm and rhythm patterns, will learn basic note reading, and will begin to develop the social skills necessary to function successfully in a large group situation.

This band will practice during school hours in a regularly assigned period. There are normally two or three after school performances that are a required portion of the scholar's grade. The first month of school will be utilized in learning to read basic music and introducing the instruments of the band. This time will also be spent allowing students to try the different instruments and picking the best suitable choice for your child.

The Williams Wind Ensemble is highest level of band class offered at Williams. Students in this class will work on very high level music for performances throughout the school year.  This group has rehearsals and performances which require extra-curricular participation.  It is recommended that students in this class take private lessons but not required.  Students in this ensemble will have the opportunity to perform either a solo or perform in an ensemble at the NCBA district level or some other qualified jury process.  As a dedicated music student, you will explore the art of music from classical standards to pieces by contemporary composers.  You will advance in individual technique and grow in musical experience and learn concepts in preparation for more in-depth study. Out of this class comes our jazz band students. 

The Williams High School Chorus is our vocal ensemble designed to give singers the opportunity to develop and improve individual musical and vocal skills. Chorus students will develop the vocal technique and aural skills required for singing beautifully and artistically in an ensemble or as a soloist. Students will read music fluently. Singers will develop an understanding of music theory and its connection to performance. Students will gain an appreciation for music of different styles and time periods. Singers will perform a diverse repertoire of vocal music with accuracy and expressiveness.