Fall 2023 Jazz Studies Ensemble Audition Information

GENERAL INFORMATION

Auditions will be held for all students who wish to perform in a jazz ensemble during the fall semester. Below is information regarding audition times and audition material. If you have questions please email Dr. Hausback.

It's going to be a really fun year for the jazz studies groups, including the possibility of a major upcoming trip!

SCHEDULE AN AUDITION

All students must sign up for an audition time during the assigned instrumental block. Online sign-up is available from August 1-13. Beginning August 14, you will need to stop by the Band Office in Wehr Band Hall to sign up. 

Marching Band members should avoid scheduling an audition at the same time as Full Band Rehearsals. Choosing an audition time during the Sectional Block is allowed, if necessary. 

Please don't wait until the last minute to sign up.  There are also Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony auditions during these times, so plan accordingly.

We look forward to hearing your audition.

AUDITION TIMES

All auditions will be held in Wehr #124.
Instrument Audition Date & Time Select Audition Appointment
Trumpets / Trombones Wednesday, 8/16 12:00-3:30pm Sign up at the Band Office in Wehr
Saxophones / Rhythm Thursday, 8/17 2:30-5:00pm Sign up at the Band Office in Wehr
Make-up (if needed & with approval) Saturday, 8/19 12:15-1:45pm

Sign up at the Band Office in Wehr

AUDITION EXCERPTS

In addition to the following excerpts, there will also be a little bit of sightreading, and for those that would like to, some improvisation.

SAXOPHONE

Alto Saxophone

Tenor Saxophone

Baritone Saxophone

TRUMPET

Trumpet

TROMBONE

All Trombones

Lead Trombone Only

Bass Trombone Only

RHYTHM

Piano

Bass

Drums

Guitar

Vibes