Band Ensemble Auditions and Repertoire

Auditions for 2026 will be held on the following dates and locations:

Thursday, August 20 - Graham Hall (RSL)
Friday, August 21 - Graham Hall (RSL)
Saturday, August 22 - Davis Hall (PAC)

Click here to view the fall 2026 audition schedule!

Please note: this schedule is subject to change. Please check here again on August 17 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.

Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and Orchestra Wind and Percussion players will audition for placement each semester. Auditions for fall semester are in August, and auditions for Spring semester are in December.

Audition Materials: click the links below to view the materials for fall 2026 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