Percussion Auditions
All percussionists who would like to participate in University Wind Ensemble (UWE), University Symphony Orchestra (USO), University Philharmonic Orchestra, University Band, or Symphonic Band need to audition. For Campus Bands and Campus Orchestras, simply register and attend the first class meeting to take the class. Please contact us by email at this address with any questions or concerns.
Fall 2024 Audition Information - Percussion
Fall 2024 percussion auditions will take place in-person during the first week of class, September 3-6. See below for details:
| Instrument | Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| USO / UWE / Symphonic Band | Friday, September 6 | 8:30am-1:00pm | 95 |
| University Band | Thursday, September 5 | 7:00-10:30pm | 95 |
| University Philharmonic Orchestra | Thursday, September 5 | 5:30-10:00pm | 85 |
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.
Students auditioning for percussion should prepare one or more of the following audition packets - click on ensemble names below to access packets. Consult with your applied studio teacher or current ensemble director to determine the appropriate materials to prepare.
University Wind Ensemble / University Symphony Orchestra (available in July)
- All percussionists interested in University Wind Ensemble (UWE) or University Symphony Orchestra (USO) are required to prepare the full USO/UWE audition packet. Students auditioning for UWE/USO will also be eligible for placement in Symphonic Band and University Band and do not need to schedule a separate SB/UB audition.
- All percussionists placed in the UWE/USO "pool" will participate in University Wind Ensemble; select musicians will also be assigned parts in University Symphony Orchestra.
Symphonic Band / University Band
- Percussionists interested in Symphonic Band (SB) or University Band (UB) should prepare the SB/UB excerpts only. Students preparing these materials are not eligible for placement in UWE or USO.
University Philharmonic Orchestra
- All percussionists interested in University Philharmonic Orchestra (UPO) should prepare the UPO packet. Students preparing these materials will not be eligible for placement in USO or any concert bands.