Band Ensemble Auditions and Repertoire
Auditions for 2023 will be held on the following dates and locations:
Thursday, August 17 - Graham Hall (RSL)
Friday, August 18 - Graham Hall (RSL)
Saturday, August 19 - Davis Hall (PAC)
Click here for the fall 2023 Audition Schedule (Updated 8/15/2023).
Students who need to audition but do not see their name on the schedule should contact Dr. Rohde at Erik.Rohde@uni.edu and request to be added to the schedule. Auditions will last six minutes. Students must perform the excerpts below, and will also be asked to sightread.
Audition Materials: click the links below to view the materials for fall 2023 auditions for each instrument.
Flute
Oboe
Bassoon
Clarinet
Saxophone
Trumpet
Horn
Trombone
Bass Trombone
Euphonium
Tuba
Percussion
Tips for a successful audition:
- Arrive extra early and be warmed-up
- Dress in professional attire
- Have your instrument ready and make sure it is working properly
- Bring your own copies of the required audition music
- Speak clearly and professionally
- Be able to correctly pronounce composers and compositions
- Perform expressively – do not be satisfied with correct notes and rhythms
- Stay focused and calm. If you make mistakes, stay positive and avoid frustration
- Do not make excuses
- After the audition, reflect on the experience and discuss your performance with your studio teacher in order to improve next time