Music – Band Audition Information

  1. Applicant will perform a prepared solo chosen from standard music literature. The solo repertoire should showcase the student’s technical ability, at the highest level, with which the applicant is comfortable. Evaluation will be based on:

    • pitch accuracy (discrimination and partials)
    • rhythmic accuracy (timing, tempos, actual written rhythm)
    • tone quality (characteristic for instrument)
    • technique (breath control, fluency, fingering, entrances, releases, tempos, articulation)
    • expressiveness (dynamics, phrasing, tempo, shaping)
    • musical effect (artistry, stage presence, appearance, emotion)

  2. Applicant will sight-read several measures after 30 seconds of visual study. Evaluation will be based on:

    • accurate performance of each measure

  3. Applicant will sing a familiar song (e.g. “Happy Birthday”). Evaluation will be based on:

    • accuracy (pitch, rhythm, timing)

  4. Applicant will sing a series of notes as played on the piano in real time.

    Evaluation will be based on:

    • aural memory and intonation

  5. Applicant will participate in an interview.

    Evaluation will be based on:

    • demonstrated motivation through description of practice habits, festival participation, lessons, awards, eagerness to learn and try new concepts.

Dreyfoos does not offer a guitar program nor do we offer a drum set program. However, students who play legitimate percussion are encouraged to apply.

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