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Summer Music ClinicAuditionsBand and OrchestraAll students will audition for band or orchestra regardless of instrument. Students should prepare the following materials for their audition: 1. A short (2-4 minute) excerpt of a solo or etude that highlights the student's technical playing 2. A short (2-4 minute) excerpt of a solo or etude that highlights the student's lyrical playing 3. Major scales In addition, students may be asked to sight-read. Jazz EnsembleAlong with band and orchestra, the Summer Music Clinic features two Jazz Ensembles. Auditions for the Jazz Ensembles will consist of the following material: 1. Sight-reading that will be selected from the music to be performed by the Clinic ensembles. Although it is completely optional, students may also choose to demonstrate their improvisational skills during the audition. Students choosing to improvise are asked to feature their ability in one of the following ways: 1. Improvise a solo over an accompaniment provided by compact disc. Please note that students choosing this option must provide their own compact disc (a compact disc player will be provided) 2. Improvise an unaccompanied solo over a 12 bar blues in F (concert). Honors RecitalThe annual Honors Recital features solo performances by the Summer Music Clinic's most outstanding string, woodwind, brass, percussion, and piano students. Those interested in auditioning for the Honors Recital should prepare the following material: 1. A memorized prepared solo taken from the classical or standard repertoire that lasts no longer than seven minutes. Longer pieces with cuts will be accepted as long as the total performance time does not exceed seven minutes. Students are urged to consult teachers and coaches for advice and help. |
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