Jazz Auditions
All students interested in joining a jazz ensemble or combo must audition. If you audition, you will be considered for Jazz Ensemble I, Jazz Ensemble II, Jazz Combo I, Jazz Combo II, and/or Jazz Combo III. Please contact us by email at this address with any questions or concerns.
Fall 2024 Audition Information
Jazz auditions will take place the first week of classes, September 3-6. See below for details.
| Instrument | Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saxophone | Tuesday, September 3 | 2-4pm, 5-7pm | Ferguson Hall room 3 |
| Trumpet and Trombone | Wednesday, September 4 | 2-4pm, 5-7pm | Ferguson Hall room 3 |
| Rhythm Section | Thursday, September 5 | 2-4pm, 5-8pm | Ferguson Hall room 3 |
To register for an audition, fill out the Ensemble Audition Registration Form. Course registration will occur upon completion of a successful audition. Auditioned ensembles begin fall rehearsals the week of September 9, 2024.
Fall 2024 Jazz Audition Materials
To audition for a jazz ensemble or combo, select your instrument below and prepare all materials:
Demo Recordings and Backing Tracks:
- Art of the Matter​ (demo)
- Blue Bossa (demo)
- Ladybird (demo)
- Concert B-flat Blues (improvisation backing track)