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Band & Orchestra Auditions
Band & Orchestra Auditions
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Fall 2009
Winds, Brass, Percussion
Step 1: COVER LETTER
Students must download and read this document. CLICK HERE.
Step 2: CLICK THE NAME OF YOUR INSTRUMENT
A packet of audition repertoire and information will download to your computer.
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Step 3: ENSEMBLE AUDITION ADVICE
SUGGESTIONS FOR PREPARATION
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Listen to a recording of the audition excerpts, if possible. Many pieces are now available on iTunes, online or on a particular composers’ webpage.
- Pay close attention to detail on the excerpt, including tempo indication.
- Ask other people to listen to you play the excerpts, as you prepare.
- Communicate in advance if you have a legitimate concern
AT THE AUDITION - Arrive early (and warmed up). Fill out the information form available outside the room.
- Bring your class schedule with you for your own reference (to check for conflicts with rehearsals or concerts)
- Present a professional image; you only get one chance to make a first impression
- Dress for the occasion
- Make sure that your instrument is working properly
- Leave your case outside the room
- Have your instrument out and ready
- Introduce yourself
- Speak clearly and look people in the eye
- Know correct pronunciations
- Avoid over-practicing, which may cause fatigue
- At the site...warm up alone and don't listen to other players
- Play to your own standards - don't try to guess how the committee would like something performed
- Take some risks - communicate musically
- Maintain a positive appearance even if you do not play well
- Take written notes about the audition experience for future use
It is important to keep in mind the members of the auditioning committee want you to do your best and succeed!!!
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