Students in grades 7 and 8 are eligible to audition for the North Jersey Junior Region Band. Acceptance in this prestigious ensemble is based on an audition including the playing of scales, a solo piece, and sight-reading. It is strongly recommended that in addition to working with Mr. Michalowski and Mr. Halpern, all students who audition study with a private instructor. Please contact us for teacher recommendations.

1. Please go to http://www.njsma.com/audition/auditionbandstud.html. Read all forms and information carefully and completely!!!

2. You must own a copy of the solo for your instrument. They are available online at www.musicarts.com; www.jwpepper.com, or www.sheetmusicplus.com. The list can be found here: http://www.njsma.com/audition/jhsbandsolo.pdf

3. Submit completed forms to Mr. Halpern or Mr. Michalowski by the deadline. You must include the completed forms (typed), and a check for $15.00 made out to "HBW Music Parents." (They will then submit one check for everyone)

4. Students will have the opportunity to participate in Mock Auditions at school during their lunch periods to prepare for the real audition.