Wind Ensemble Auditions Material

Scales

Major & Harmonic Minor Scales:

The major and harmonic minor scales should be done in the following pattern. Articulated ascending, slurred descending. These scales need not be memorized, and arpeggios are not required.

Chromatic Scale:

The chromatic scale should be played full range (best low note to best high note – percussion should play 2 octaves starting on C). It should be played in eighth notes, ascending and descending. Articulated up and down. Tempo of quarter note = 104. Memorization is not required

Excerpts

For the excerpts, metronome markings are recommended TARGETS for students, not REQUIREMENTS. Performing at a slower tempo with greater accuracy and expression may result in a higher score.