Fine Arts Department
The student body at Ames High School is heavily involved in music. There are three concert bands (Symphonic, Concert, Freshman), three choirs (Chorale, Choir, and Freshman), two orchestras, three jazz bands, a pep band, and several instrument choirs (Horn, Clarinet, Flute, and Percussion). Other notable fine arts events include: Madrigal, with a select groups of students performing in chamber choir, string ensembles, and a brass choir; the Marching Band, where all band members perform in parades and at every home football game; and the spring Solo-Ensemble Contest.
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