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Step 1
Step 1
Read the Elementary Honor Orchestra Welcome Letter.
Check the dates:
Are you able to attend the rehearsals and performance if you make it into the orchestra?
If yes, continue to the next steps.
If not, you can learn the music for fun, but should not audition.
Step 2:
Step 2:
Look at the music
Is this something that you can confidently play by the audition dates?
If yes, make a plan, start practicing, and play for Mrs. Findlay during her office hours!
Step 3: Attend Office Hours
Step 3: Attend Office Hours
Students should attend 1-2 meeting times to receive first-hand knowledge of how the music should be played, including proper fingerings, articulations, dynamics, and tempos. Attending office hours is optional; however, it is beneficial to attend to receive consistent feedback on progress.
Students should attend 1-2 meeting times to receive first-hand knowledge of how the music should be played, including proper fingerings, articulations, dynamics, and tempos. Attending office hours is optional; however, it is beneficial to attend to receive consistent feedback on progress.
Westpark:
Tuesdays and Thursdays: Lunch
Woodbury:
Tuesdays and Thursdays: Before school (7:35-8:00)
Step 4: Submit Pre-Audition
Step 4: Submit Pre-Audition
- Each student must pass a pre-audition to receive a district audition time slot. Students will need to demonstrate a high level of performance and readiness. The pre-audition should demonstrate mastery of the scale and excerpts. Follow the recording directions carefully.
Pre-audition recordings are due by Monday, January 12th @ 5:00 pm. Use the Google Form link on Canvas to submit your pre-audition. https://tinyurl.com/IUSDeho
More dates and details can be found on the “Audition Requirements” handout.
Step 5: If you pass the pre-audition...
Step 5: If you pass the pre-audition...
Sign-Up for the District Auditions
*Deadline to sign up for a district audition is Friday, January 23rd @ 5:00 pm. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS!!!
. Student’s assigned audition date and time are usually emailed to student/families within 2-5 business days.
Practice "live audition" music. This is different from the pre-audition music.
At least one of your practice sessions should be in your audition clothes so you can be sure that your outfit allows you to play your best.
Step 6: Day of the District Audition
Step 6: Day of the District Audition
Attend school as usual.
If you have time to go home, rest, relax, and have a snack.
Arrive 30 minutes prior to your audition.
Play through the music a few times and then rest in the 15 minutes prior to your audition. Refrain from over practicing in the audition warm-up room. Trust that you know the music!
Refrain from comparing yourself to others in the warm up room. Focus on YOURSELF only!
When asked to enter the room, follow the teacher and say hello to the teachers seated at the table.
Refrain from asking questions about when your results will arrive. (It usually takes 3 days to a week to receive your results.)
Wait to be told when to play. You will be asked to play the scale first, memorized.
Refrain from looking at the auditioner during your performance. Focus on the music!
When you are finished with the last piece, the auditioner will probably say something to you, and you are welcome to respond and then thank them. Keep in mind, the auditioner is an IUSD music teacher, just like Mrs. Findlay, and they are very kind!
What to Wear to the District Audition
Dress classy! This is a performance as much as it is an audition. Practice playing the audition in your outfit to ensure you can play comfortably.
Top: Blouse or collared shirt. Tie is optional, but definitely appropriate
Bottoms: Skirt, dress, or dress pants with dress shoes
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