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Welcome

Located in Fremont, California, (William) Hopkins Middle School, known widely as one of the best in its category in the state, is home to a large student population whose members participate in a variety of activities and have made impressive accomplishments in many. A distinguished source of pride is Hopkins’ very strong Instrumental Music Program, comprising of Band and Orchestra, which consistently receives accolades and recognition statewide.

Throughout the years, the Hopkins community has discovered and continued to reap the many benefits of taking music classes at school. On average, about 35% of the student population are enrolled in full-year elective classes offered by the Instrumental Music Program. Join us to learn more about the benefits of music education and find out what universities say about music.

Be sure to check the News and Announcements section below for the latest information from the department.

Middle School
Ensembles

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  • Concert Bands
  • Jazz Bands
  • Orchestras
  • Hopkins 6th Grade Band
  • Hopkins 6th Grade Orchestra

Elementary
String Orchestras

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  • Elementary String Orchestras

Webinar replay now available!

“Band & Orchestra: How They Open the Doors to Success in Life”

A webinar featuring Hopkins Music Alumni. May 31, 2020, 4:00 p.m.

Recognition

  • Awards
  • Student Testimonials
  • Parent Testimonials
  • Student Wall of Fame
  • Photos and Videos Gallery

Class Resources

  • Calendar
  • General Handouts
  • Recordings and Adjudicator Comments

Photography Credits: John Lam

News and Announcements

  • Music Class Information for Incoming 7th Grade Students HERE!

Read about the Hopkins Music Program:
Fremont’s Hopkins Junior High Home to Nation’s Top Music Program
Fremont Patch, January 5, 2020

General Resources

  • Materials/Supplies
  • Music Stores
  • Private Lessons
  • Honor Bands and Orchestras
  • Mission Attendance Area Band Course Sequence (6th-8th Grade)
  • Mission Attendance Area Orchestra Course Sequence (4th-8th Grade)
  • Middle School and High School Scheduling Information
  • Links

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