Band Ensemble Auditions and Repertoire

Auditions for 2024 will be held on the following dates and locations:

Thursday, August 22 - Graham Hall (RSL)
Friday, August 23 - Graham Hall (RSL)
Saturday, August 24 - Davis Hall (PAC)

Click here to view the fall 2024 Audition Schedule!

Please note: this schedule is subject to change. Please check here again on August 19 for updated/finalized times. 

Students who need to audition but do not see their name on the schedule should contact Dr. Galyen at Danny.Galyen@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 sight-read.

Audition Materials: click the links below to view the materials for fall 2024 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