Audition Requirements 2024-25
Students audition for Wind Ensemble once
every year: either in the Fall or in the Spring (for those
who didn't play in the Fall). You may do an in-person
audition or make an audition video.
In-person audition: I've set aside the first rehearsal time of the semester for in-person auditions. Please e-mail me to schedule during that time or earlier that day if preferable.
Video audition: You'll find a Placement Audition assignment in BrightSpace (under the Table of Contents) - you should be able to attach the video and submit there. Please save the video in either .mov (Apple) or .mp4 (Windows and Android) format to make it easier for me to view. Please read the detailed instructions found here. If you have trouble with BrightSpace you can use the UVM File Transfer Service to send me the file. You can submit the video anytime, but definitely by Monday, Sept 2 (Labor Day) at midnight.
You should play 3 major scales, a minor scale, a chromatic scale, and an etude or a section of a solo or concerto:
1. The following scales in at least 2 octaves
whenever possible (the more octaves you do, the better your
score will be); scales should be fairly fast, but there are
no specific rhythm requirements; these are NOT
concert scales (i.e., start on your C, A-flat, E,
etc.):
C Major
A-flat Major
E Major
The minor scale or
your choice (please do all three forms if possible)
Chromatic scale of
your choice (full octaves only)
NOTE:
Please tell me which scale you're playing before you play it
and don't forget to introduce yourself at the beginning of
the video!
2. Etude or excerpt from a solo/solos
This should be 5-10
minutes that demonstrates your technical ability as well as
your musicality (feel free to jump around in a piece or play
a section of one piece and a different section of another -
whatever best demonstrations your technical and musical
abilities). Typically, these are solos that are used
for District, Area-All State, All-State, and other music
festivals.
Contact Prof.
Toner if you have specific repertoire questions.