Welcome to Ville Bands!

​Welcome to Ville Bands! Our program offers a comprehensive music education and inclusive environment where students grow as musicians, performers, and leaders. From concert bands and jazz ensembles to marching band and indoor groups, there’s a place for every student to get involved and thrive. Explore our ensembles, stay up to date with events, and discover how you can be part of Ville Bands!
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Upcoming Performances

44th Annual Pioneer Marching Band Festival Show
October 17th, 2026
Schedule

Program Updates

Middle School Night - Attention all Branchburg and Somerville middle school students! The SHS Marching Band will be hosting Middle School Night on Friday, October 1st. More info here.

Somerville HS Boosters – It takes a village! Click here to see how you can help out!

Jazz Band Auditions – Auditions are released October 1st and are due in November. Click here to join the Google Classroom and receive all future updates.

NJMEA All-State Jazz Ensembles – Congratulations to the following students on being accepted into the NJMEA All-State Jazz Ensembles:

• Lukas DeBlasio - Trumpet (lead)
• Noah Harris - Bass

The Somerville High School Pioneer Marching Band are your New Jersey State Champions!

2025 Season Results
Raritan HS - 1st Place, All Captions
Sparta HS - 1st Place, All Captions
Scotch Plains-Fanwood HS - 1st All Captions, Grand Champion
West Windsor-Plainsboro HS North - 1st Place, All Captions
North Brunswick HS - 1st Place, All Captions
Ludwig-Musser Classic @ MetLife Stadium - 1st Place, Best Music, Best Overall Effect, Best Color Guard, Best Percussion
​Region 7 Championships - 1st Place, All Captions
Ridge HS - 1st Place, Best Music, Best Overall Effect, Best Color Guard, Best Percussion
New Jersey State Championships - 1st Place, Best Music, Best Overall Effect, Grand Champion