Audition Information

Admission and placement in the Cal Poly Pomona University band program is determined through a relaxed audition process administered at the beginning of fall semester. The purpose of an audition is to get to know you and your musical ability to ensure you register for the appropriate band. For instance, the Wind Ensemble is our top performing band representing the best musicians on campus and an audition ensures all students admitted are musically prepared to succeed. The Symphonic Winds is open to all musical abilities and the audition is only to ensure we seat and assign parts appropriately to your level .

It is common for new students to be nervous about their first audition. However, Cal Poly Pomona has a long tradition of serving performers from all musical backgrounds. Please do not let the audition process deter your participation. The directors strive to accommodate all students and will work hard to make sure that you feel comfortable and relaxed during your audition. 

Audition Instructions:

1. Fill out the online AUDITION PERSONNEL FORM to ensure we gather your background and contact information:   CLICK HERE

2. AUDITION DATES/LOCATION:

*The audition results may require you to drop/add a band depending on your placement; keep your course schedule available Monday/Wednesday from 1 - 2:50pm (MU 3530L Wind Ensemble) & 4 - 5:15pm (MU 3520L Symphonic Winds). Final audition results will be posted and emailed out by Monday, September 4th. Add/drop period ends on Sep. 7th.

3. Fall 2024 Audition Time Slot Sign Up:   CLICK HERE 

*If you are unable to make the listed audition time slots, please email Dr. Badua to schedule an individual appointment:  rhbadua@cpp.edu

3. Instrument/Locker Rentals: If you need to rent an instrument and/or locker for the audition, please contact Logan Haynes (music technician), lthaynes@cpp.edu 

Instrumental Rental Information: https://www.cpp.edu/class/music/policies-documents/instrument-rental-policy.shtml 

Locker Rental Information: https://www.cpp.edu/class/music/policies-documents/locker-rental-policy.shtml 

*Instrument rental/Locker rentals are $15 per semester

AUDITION PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENT: 

*Percussionists, please scroll further down for your excerpt packet

1) Chromatic Scale (full range of your instrument, 8th notes, slurred, bpm = 120)

2) A 2-Octave Major Scale (please choose one that demonstrates your range)

3) Audition Excerpt:  perform TWO contrasting sections of music at your level of ability (no more than 1-2 mins of music), one fast section to demonstrate technical ability AND one slow section to demonstrate lyricism/legato style. If you do not have any audition materials, below are two excerpt options if you do not have any repertoire to perform (please choose one option), if you are a music major you must perform the more difficult Option 2 "2E Audition Solo" instead of the Holst. If you are interested in auditioning for the Wind Ensemble, it is strongly recommended you prepare the Option 2 "2E Audition Solo."

Option 1. Holst "First Suite in E-flat" excerpts (in red brackets):

Option 2.  2E Audition Solo Excerpts, *required for all Music Majors* (scroll down to find your instrument):

12 Major Scales Sheet (for your reference to practice):

PERCUSSION AUDITION EXCERPTS:

*Click on the upper right icon to download the packet. If you find these excerpts too difficult or need assistance please contact Professor Bill Schlitt, wpschlitt@cpp.edu

CPP Audition Packet 2024-2025.pdf

HAVE ANY QUESTIONS? Click here: Frequently Asked Questions or contact Dr. Badua rhbadua@cpp.edu