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All major scales should be played in the rhythm as indicated below in as many octaves as possible. Students should be prepared to play either tongued or slurred. Tempo suggestion: choose a tempo that best demonstrates even and accurate playing, no slower than quarter note = 90 beats per minute.
Wind Symphony: up to 4 sharps and 4 flats.
Symphonic Orchestra: all 12 major scales. (high school students are eligible to audition.) -
All chromatic scales should be played slurred as indicated below, in as many octaves as possible. Tempo suggestion: choose a tempo that best demonstrates even and accurate playing, no slower than quarter note = 70 beats per minute.
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Solo demonstrating best ability. For example, current Region and/or All State solos or an equivalent solo are acceptable. For students participating in the Symphonic Orchestra Promotion Auditions: special Symphonic excerpts are given out upon request.
- Sight reading; including knowledge of note names, sharps and flats
Questions on any specific woodwind & brass requirements should be directed to Scott Collins at scollins.music@gmail.com
