Spring 2021 Ensemble Auditions
UNC Ensembles are open to students of all majors. Click on the links below to find more information about the audition requirements and to schedule an audition for the Spring 2021 semester.
Auditioned Ensembles
- Jazz Combos
- Lab Bands I, II, III, IV & V
- Vocal Jazz Ensembles
- Percussion Ensemble
- Chamber Choir & Concert Choir
- Opera
Non-Auditioned Ensembles
- Alternative Styles
- Chamber Music (based on area)
- Contemporary Music Ensemble
- Marching Band
- World Music Ensemble
- Early Music Ensemble (Email Dr. Fulks for Instructor Approval)
- Campus String Orchestra
UNC Bands -Woodwinds
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Audition Date
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
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Audition Location
Campus Commons Performance Hall or Virtual
Audition Requirements
- The audition time slots are for 10 minutes each, and the repertoire will be a combination of material determined by both the applied teachers and the Director of Bands. Be sure to check with your studio teacher regarding the audition material.
- If you are wanting to be considered for Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, or Symphony Orchestra, you MUST play the required audition material below. If only for Concert Band, your own material will suffice.
- Contact Wesley.Broadnax@unco.edu for questions.
UNC Bands - Brass
Audition Requirements
- The audition time slots are for 10 minutes each, and the repertoire will be a combination of material determined by both the applied teachers and the Director of Bands. Be sure to check with your studio teacher regarding the audition material.
- If you are wanting to be considered for Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, or Symphony Orchestra, you MUST play the required audition material below. If only for Concert Band, your own material will suffice.
- Contact Wesley.Broadnax@unco.edu for questions.
Percussion
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Audition Date
January 12-14, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Audition Location
Campus Commons Rehearsal Hall
- Perform a solo, etude or orchestral excerpt on snare drum, mallets, and timpani
- Instruments will be provided
- Please be early to your scheduled audition and mainting social distancing at all times
- All students will need to audition for Bands & UNC Symphony Orchestra
- Only students not enrolled in the percussion studio will need to audition for Percussion Ensemble
Piano
Piano ensemble auditions are not required for Spring 2021
Please contact Professor Edward Rothmel for additional information
UNC Symphony Orchestra Strings
Audition Dates
- Double Basses and Violins: January 11, 2021, 2:40 PM - 4:30 PM
- Violas, Violins, Cellos: January 13, 2021, 2:40 PM - 4:30 PM
Audition Location
Campus Commons Performance Hall
Chamber Choir & Concert Choir
Audition Dates
January 11-14, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Audition Location
Virtual via Zoom
Audition Requirements
- My Country 'Tis of Thee or Amazing Grace
- Aural Skills
- Interval Identification
- Sight Reading
Opera
Audition Dates
Baritones and Mezzo-Sopranos Only
Monday, January 11, 3:35-5:30 PM
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Audition Location
Virtual Via Zoom
Audition Requirements
Two arias or songs, preferably one in Italian.
Instrumental Jazz
For Spring 2021, auditions are not required for returning members. New members should contact Erik.Applegate@unco.edu to setup an audition.
Vocal Jazz
For Spring 2021, auditions are not required for returning members. New members should contact Erik.Applegate@unco.edu to setup an audition.
