RnB Band

Feature Recording:

"Treasure" by Bruno Mars

Performed by the Class of 2022

The Sentinel RnB Band is a unique group where the students take the lead in the learning of repertoire. This auditioned group is recommended for students in Grades 11 and 12 who show an interest in playing by ear, and show commitment and independence in their learning.

The genres played by the Sentinel RnB Band include funk, soul, and even rock tunes from the last 5 decades and beyond.

Auditions each May are for the following:

vocals
electric guitar
piano/keyboards
saxophone/trumpet/trombone
bass guitar
drums and percussion

Students are accepted to the RnB Band based on:

Readiness to contribute to the ensemble
Senior students get priority

Audition Requirements for 2025-26:

1) Record a video of yourself performing two contrasting songs (one ballad, one uptempo) from List to the Right -->

* Arrange for your own backing track, and record yourself performing along with the accompaniment . Lip syncing is not permitted.

* Tip: choose songs that best showcase your skills and are suitable for your range.

2) Write a brief paragraph about what you do/bring to the RnB Band next year. Include if you are an alto, soprano, tenor, or bass.

3) Complete steps 1 and 2 and upload the two recordings and brief paragraph to Google Drive and share the link via email to zvirag@wvschools.ca by May 30th using the subject: "RnB Audition - [your name]". You may also

*Please note: we are looking for potential, not perfection. However, there are limited spots available in each section (see breakdown in column on the right), so submit as clear a recording as you can, limiting background noise. In a quiet space, even older smartphones can capture high-quality audio!

Direct any questions to zvirag@wvschools.ca.

Suggested Audition Set-List:

A Change is Gonna Come - by Sam Cooke (ballad)

A Natural Woman - by Aretha Franklin (ballad)

Blame It On the Boogie - by The Jacksons (uptempo)

Brandy - by Looking Glass (ballad)

Chain of Fools - by Aretha Franklin (uptempo)

Come Back Baby - by Aretha Franklin (uptempo)

I Wish - by Stevie Wonder (uptempo)

I Want You Back - by Jackson 5 (uptempo)

If I Ain't Got You - by Alicia Keys (ballad)

It's Your Thing - by the Isley Brothers (uptempo)

It's Alright - by J. J. Jackson (uptempo)

Respect - by Aretha Franklin (uptempo)

Smooth - by Carlos Santana, feat. Rob Thomas (uptempo)

Superstition - by Stevie Wonder (uptempo)

Think - by Aretha Franklin (uptempo)

Treasure - by Bruno Mars (uptempo)

Valerie - by Amy Winehouse (uptempo)

What's Going On - by Marvin Gaye (ballad)

You Are the Best Thing - by Ray Lamontagne (ballad)

Do you have a request that is not on this list? You may email Mr. Virag at zvirag@wvschools for consideration/approval.

Final Concert 202-21

Through our short, 10-week quarter the talented group of young musicians hosted multiple virtual concerts found on Mr. Virag's YouTube page. Thank you for all your dedication and musicianship, and we wish you all the best in your future musical endeavours!

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