Join Purdue Bands & Orchestras
Audition
For concert bands, orchestras, and jazz bands.
Current Students
Audition information for for current and returning Purdue Bands & Orchestras Students.
New Students
Audition information for incoming freshmen, transfer students, and students not currently enrolled in an ensemble.
“All-American” Marching Band
All students interested in auditioning for the Purdue “All-American” Marching Band must participate in Band Camp.
Auxiliaries
Our auxiliary units are a part of the Purdue “All-American” Marching Band, but are selected in advance of Band Camp. These auditions are held in the Spring. Those selected for membership will then register for Band Camp.
Applied Music Studies
The Applied Music Studies program offers students lessons in chamber music. Instructors are professional musicians from the region. Lessons are scheduled on a semester basis. Various lesson packages are offered on a non-credit basis with a special lab fee based on the number of lessons scheduled.
We are currently not offering our guitar or piano lessons.
Students who play at an advanced level and are interested in receiving 1 hour of academic credit may audition and then register for BAND 12000. Students receiving credit must complete a jury/recital at the end of this semester.
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