{"id":15890,"date":"2024-02-27T18:22:30","date_gmt":"2024-02-27T23:22:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bands\/?page_id=15890"},"modified":"2026-06-26T13:22:23","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T17:22:23","slug":"new-students","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bands\/audition\/new-students\/","title":{"rendered":"New Student Auditions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div  class=\"purdue-home-cta-banner purdue-home-teritary-hero \">\n        <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-large has-padding-bottom-large \">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <h1 class=\"second-level-page-heading purdue-home-teritary-hero__header\">NEW STUDENT INDOOR AUDITIONS<\/h1>\n            <div class=\"purdue-home-teritary-hero__content\">\n                \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For incoming freshmen, transfer students, and students not currently enrolled in an ensemble planning to audition for a concert band, jazz band, or orchestra. Information coming soon.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--large\">\n    <div class=\"section has-gray-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion\">\n                <h2 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title \" id=\"title-c567e743-90e4-4067-a665-9119288fe031\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-c567e743-90e4-4067-a665-9119288fe031\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Concert Band\/Orchestra Winds &amp; Percussion<\/button>\n                <\/h2>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-c567e743-90e4-4067-a665-9119288fe031\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Openings in all Wind Bands for Piccolo, Flute, all Clarinets, all Double Reeds, all Saxophones, Trumpet, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, and Percussion.&nbsp;<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Occasional opportunities for&nbsp;Harp and&nbsp;Piano.&nbsp;<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Audition Instructions&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students will prep their virtual audition and&nbsp;submit&nbsp;the audition form by July 1 for priority ensemble consideration.\u202fWe will hold ongoing auditions throughout July \u2013&nbsp;end&nbsp;of the first week of classes for any student who wishes to&nbsp;participate&nbsp;after the priority deadline.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After&nbsp;submitting&nbsp;your audition form, there will be three opportunities to attend a Virtual Info Meeting (attendance optional) to meet the directors and learn more. If you have questions in the meantime, please contact\u202f<a href=\"mailto:caitlin@purdue.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caitlin<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-buttons \">\n    <ul class=\"purdue-home-button-list\">\n                    <li class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button \" href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bands\/audition\/materials\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Audition Materials (Opens in a new tab)\">Audition Materials<\/a><\/li>\n                    <li class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button \" href=\"https:\/\/purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_bpvDJp6GZ5m1Xmu\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Submit an Audition (Opens in a new tab)\">Submit an Audition<\/a><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Info Meeting Dates\u202f(attendance optional)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sunday,&nbsp;June 28<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;or Wednesday, July 22<sup>nd<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/ap\/t-59584e83\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fmeet%2F23063125452141%3Fp%3DT1epBwPYmgEH5VuN4o&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccaitlin%40purdue.edu%7Ccf90162791db4c6e831408dec70c488e%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C1%7C0%7C639167052730372832%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=nt28Sq5N02AZV0oN2kVgCtz6ooTBC76FqAD%2BnyQ3mw4%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Join the Info Meeting on Microsoft Teams &#8211; June 28th at 6 PM Here! <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talking points include: schedules, first week of classes, lockers, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/ap\/t-59584e83\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fmeet%2F23063125452141%3Fp%3DT1epBwPYmgEH5VuN4o&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccaitlin%40purdue.edu%7Cc11487427a8e4bae0a3608dec70c669a%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C1%7C0%7C639167053232722275%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=9c5%2B3ZT0fjsqg3HeMr42mXID4NNE9FmL7SmPEMKP4K8%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Join the Info Meeting on Microsoft Teams &#8211; July 22nd at 6 PM Here!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talking points include: schedules, first week of classes, lockers, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Audition Requirements<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><strong>ALL STUDENTS<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Students will play alone, without accompaniment.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<br><strong>WOODWIND\/BRASS<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Students&nbsp;are required to&nbsp;play two&nbsp;etudes&nbsp;of their choice.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Students interested in Wind Ensemble or Philharmonic Orchestra Winds must play Etudes 2 and 3.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Please prepare the two scales specified on your audition sheet.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<br><strong>PERCUSSION<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Please prepare the snare and mallet requirements and etudes specified on the audition sheet.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Students interested in Wind Ensemble or Philharmonic Orchestra should play the timpani audition, in addition to snare and mallet.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Percussionists should prepare the two scales specified on your audition sheet and two rudiments, if applicable.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>HARP AND PIANO<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Please prepare a short selection of no more than 3 minutes which&nbsp;showcases&nbsp;your technical ability, as well as your musicianship<strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Harp and piano players may not be assigned to a specific ensemble but<\/strong>&nbsp;will be given performance opportunities based on departmental need and when schedules allow.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upon placement, these students will be asked to enroll in BAND 120 for 1-credit through our Applied Music Studies.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Recording Process<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You will not need anything more advanced than a video-enabled phone to record this audition.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>At the beginning of your video,&nbsp;state&nbsp;your first and last name and the instrument and part you are playing.\u202fExample: \u201cHi, I\u2019m Matt Conaway, and I\u2019m auditioning on Trombone.\u201d&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make sure your face and hands are visible as much as possible throughout your audition. If we&nbsp;can\u2019t&nbsp;verify what the keys are doing, we may ask you to resubmit the video.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You MAY record etudes and scales separately and splice together, but each song should itself be done in a single take. Do not add any special audio effects or on-screen text. Keep it as simple as possible. No autotune, no AI!&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We recommend you upload the audition as an UNLISTED (not private) YouTube file. NOTE: if you make it \u201cpublic\u201d that means you are sharing your audition with anyone and everyone. Alternatively, you may choose to upload to a file storage service like Google Drive or Dropbox that allows you to share a viewable link.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you are auditioning for more than one ensemble, such as jazz band and concert band, or another combination, please&nbsp;submit&nbsp;2 separate audition forms.&nbsp;<br>There will be no sight-reading&nbsp;component.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you do not have access to&nbsp;an appropriate audition&nbsp;instrument or access to any device capable of recording video, please contact\u202f<a href=\"mailto:caitlin@purdue.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caitlin<\/a>\u202ffor alternative audition instructions.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>After Your Recording is Complete<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Navigate to the following link to&nbsp;submit your audition video:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-buttons \">\n    <div class=\"purdue-home-button-list\">\n                    <div class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button \" href=\"https:\/\/purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_bpvDJp6GZ5m1Xmu\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Submit an Audition (Opens in a new tab)\">Submit an Audition<\/a><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Questions? Email\u202four Manager of Recruitment &amp; Student Success,\u202fCaitlin (caitlin@purdue.edu).\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How do I enroll in a concert band or orchestra?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enroll with your academic advisor during your advising appointment. Upon placement into your official ensemble near the end of July, you may be asked to adjust your schedule.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Academic Advisors<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Please reference&nbsp;our instructional guide in the Advisor Depot.<br><\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--large\">\n    <div class=\"section has-gray-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion\">\n                <h2 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title \" id=\"title-ed3d5a7e-82a9-44d6-8bae-96fa507133c4\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-ed3d5a7e-82a9-44d6-8bae-96fa507133c4\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Orchestra Strings<\/button>\n                <\/h2>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-ed3d5a7e-82a9-44d6-8bae-96fa507133c4\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Openings in all Orchestras for Violin, Viola, Cello, and Bass.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Audition Instructions&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students will prep their virtual audition and&nbsp;submit&nbsp;the audition form by July 1 for priority ensemble consideration. We will hold ongoing auditions throughout July \u2013&nbsp;end&nbsp;of the first week of classes for any student who wishes to&nbsp;participate&nbsp;after the priority deadline.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After&nbsp;submitting&nbsp;your audition form, there will be three opportunities to attend a Virtual Info Meeting (attendance optional) to meet the directors and learn more. If you have questions in the meantime, please contact\u202f<a href=\"mailto:caitlin@purdue.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Caitlin<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Info Meeting Dates<\/strong>\u202f<strong>(attendance optional)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sunday, June 28<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;or Wednesday, July 22<sup>nd<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/ap\/t-59584e83\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fmeet%2F23063125452141%3Fp%3DT1epBwPYmgEH5VuN4o&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccaitlin%40purdue.edu%7Ccf90162791db4c6e831408dec70c488e%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C1%7C0%7C639167052730372832%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=nt28Sq5N02AZV0oN2kVgCtz6ooTBC76FqAD%2BnyQ3mw4%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Join the Info Meeting on Microsoft Teams &#8211; June 28th at 6 PM Here! <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-transparent-color\">Talking points include: schedules, first week of classes, lockers, and more!<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/ap\/t-59584e83\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fmeet%2F23063125452141%3Fp%3DT1epBwPYmgEH5VuN4o&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccaitlin%40purdue.edu%7Cc11487427a8e4bae0a3608dec70c669a%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C1%7C0%7C639167053232722275%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=9c5%2B3ZT0fjsqg3HeMr42mXID4NNE9FmL7SmPEMKP4K8%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Join the Info Meeting on Microsoft Teams &#8211; July 22nd at 6 PM Here!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talking points include: schedules, first week of classes, lockers, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SUBMIT YOUR AUDITION:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-buttons \">\n    <div class=\"purdue-home-button-list\">\n                    <div class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button \" href=\"https:\/\/purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_bpvDJp6GZ5m1Xmu\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Submit an Audition (Opens in a new tab)\">Submit an Audition<\/a><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Audition Requirements<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One prepared solo or etude (2-3 minutes in length.)&nbsp;<br>Students will play alone, without accompaniment.&nbsp;<br>Please prepare two scales of your choosing (ascending and descending in three octaves.)&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For Philharmonic consideration choose two from the following:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Violin \u2013 A, C, E-flat major&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Viola\/Cello \u2013 D, F, A major&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bass \u2013 E, F, G major&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Recording Process<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You will not need anything more advanced than a video-enabled phone to record this audition.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>At the beginning of your video,&nbsp;state&nbsp;your first and last name and the instrument you are playing.<\/strong>\u202fExample: \u201cHi, I\u2019m Adam Bodony, and I\u2019m auditioning on Violin.\u201d&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make sure your face and hands are visible as much as possible throughout your audition. If we&nbsp;can\u2019t&nbsp;verify what you are doing, we may ask you to resubmit the video.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You MAY record solo\/etudes and scales separately and splice together, but each piece should itself be done in a single take.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do not add any special audio effects or on-screen text. Keep it as simple as possible. No autotune, no AI!&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We recommend you upload the audition as an UNLISTED (not private) YouTube file. NOTE: if you make it \u201cpublic\u201d that means you are sharing your audition with anyone and everyone. Alternatively, you may choose to upload to a file storage service like Google Drive or Dropbox that allows you to share a viewable link.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you are auditioning for more than one ensemble, such as jazz band and orchestra, or another combination, please&nbsp;submit&nbsp;2 separate audition forms.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There will be no sight-reading&nbsp;component.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you do not have access to&nbsp;an appropriate audition&nbsp;instrument or access to any device capable of recording video, please contact\u202f<a href=\"mailto:caitlin@purdue.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Caitlin<\/strong><\/a>\u202ffor alternative audition instructions.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>After Your Recording is Complete<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Navigate to the following link to&nbsp;submit&nbsp;your audition video: <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-buttons \">\n    <div class=\"purdue-home-button-list\">\n                    <div class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button \" href=\"https:\/\/purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_bpvDJp6GZ5m1Xmu\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Submit an Audition (Opens in a new tab)\">Submit an Audition<\/a><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Questions? Email\u202four Manager of Recruitment &amp; Student Success,\u202fCaitlin (caitlin@purdue.edu).\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How do I enroll in an orchestra?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enroll with your academic advisor during your advising appointment. Upon placement into your official ensemble near the end of July, you may be asked to adjust your schedule.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Academic Advisors<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Please reference our instructional guide in the Advisor Depot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--large\">\n    <div class=\"section has-gray-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion\">\n                <h2 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title \" id=\"title-a2872409-fee7-4020-ad02-619f3e20ae5c\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-a2872409-fee7-4020-ad02-619f3e20ae5c\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Jazz Bands<\/button>\n                <\/h2>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-a2872409-fee7-4020-ad02-619f3e20ae5c\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Openings in all Jazz Bands for Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet, Tenor Trombone, Bass Trombone, Piano, Guitar, Vibraphone, Bass, Drum Set, and Vocals.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Audition Instructions&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students will prep their virtual audition and&nbsp;submit&nbsp;the audition form by July 1 for priority ensemble consideration. We will hold ongoing auditions throughout July \u2013&nbsp;end&nbsp;of the first week of classes for any student who wishes to&nbsp;participate&nbsp;after the priority deadline.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After&nbsp;submitting&nbsp;your audition form, there will be three opportunities to attend a Virtual Info Meeting (attendance optional) to meet the directors and learn more. If you have questions in the meantime, please contact\u202f<a href=\"mailto:caitlin@purdue.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Caitlin<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-buttons \">\n    <ul class=\"purdue-home-button-list\">\n                    <li class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button \" href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bands\/audition\/materials\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Audition Materials (Opens in a new tab)\">Audition Materials<\/a><\/li>\n                    <li class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button \" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/1rIAqf5gfJQmh_UWEdq7eyx6HNZ8lrKI5oahg6iJpFBw\/edit?ts=69acce46\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Submit an Audition (Opens in a new tab)\">Submit an Audition<\/a><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virtual Info Meeting Dates<\/strong>\u202f<strong>(attendance optional)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sunday, June 28<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;or Wednesday, July 22<sup>nd<\/sup>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/ap\/t-59584e83\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fmeet%2F23063125452141%3Fp%3DT1epBwPYmgEH5VuN4o&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccaitlin%40purdue.edu%7Ccf90162791db4c6e831408dec70c488e%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C1%7C0%7C639167052730372832%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=nt28Sq5N02AZV0oN2kVgCtz6ooTBC76FqAD%2BnyQ3mw4%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Join the Info Meeting on Microsoft Teams &#8211; June 28th at 6 PM Here! <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-transparent-color\">Talking points include: schedules, first week of classes, lockers, and more!<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/ap\/t-59584e83\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fmeet%2F23063125452141%3Fp%3DT1epBwPYmgEH5VuN4o&amp;data=05%7C02%7Ccaitlin%40purdue.edu%7Cc11487427a8e4bae0a3608dec70c669a%7C4130bd397c53419cb1e58758d6d63f21%7C1%7C0%7C639167053232722275%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=9c5%2B3ZT0fjsqg3HeMr42mXID4NNE9FmL7SmPEMKP4K8%3D&amp;reserved=0\">Join the Info Meeting on Microsoft Teams &#8211; July 22nd at 6 PM Here!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talking points include: schedules, first week of classes, lockers, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Saxes, Trumpets, and Trombones:<\/strong>\u202fPlay the etude from start&nbsp;until&nbsp;mm36 with #1 Rhythm Section Play Along Track.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Horns interested in Purdue Jazz Band&nbsp;(PJB)&nbsp;or American Music Repertory Ensemble (AMRE) consideration, improvise over chord changes from mm36 to the end and should not play written parts, except for the last 4 measures as written. No improvisation is required for anyone else.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>To be considered for a Lead Trumpet role:<\/strong>\u202fComplete the above AND take mm31-34 up an octave.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Guitars, Vibes and Piano:<\/strong>\u202fPlay the entire from start&nbsp;until&nbsp;mm36 with&nbsp;appropriate Play&nbsp;Along Track.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Guitar, Vibes, and Piano interested in Purdue Jazz Band&nbsp;(PJB)&nbsp;or American Music Repertory Ensemble (AMRE) consideration should play from start through mm36 or letter E and improvise from letter E to the end, where no rhythmic notation is written.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pianists should solo with&nbsp;the&nbsp;right hand and comp with the left.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bass:<\/strong>\u202fPlay the etude from start&nbsp;until&nbsp;mm36 or&nbsp;letter E&nbsp;as written&nbsp;with&nbsp;appropriate Play&nbsp;Along Track.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bass interested in Purdue Jazz Band&nbsp;(PJB)&nbsp;or American Music Repertory Ensemble (AMRE) consideration, create a \u201cwalking bass line\u201d from E-F, play written lines, and improvise the 12 bars starting at letter G, and play the last 4 bars as written.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Drums:<\/strong>\u202fPlay 8 bars of the following:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Medium Swing at mm120&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bossa Nova at mm120&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Funk or Hip Hop at mm90&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Up-Tempo Swing at mm240&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Vocalists:<\/strong>\u202fPrepare two jazz pieces of contrasting style and tempo with a karaoke-style big band accompaniment (YouTube is preferred). If auditioning for Purdue Tower of Power Band&nbsp;(ToP)&nbsp;consideration, pop songs are acceptable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>All Musicians:<\/strong>&nbsp;While improv is not&nbsp;required, anyone interested in showing their skills can improvise from mm37, letter E, to the end.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Recording Process<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You will not need anything more advanced than a video-enabled phone to record this audition.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>At the beginning of your video,&nbsp;state&nbsp;your first and last name and the instrument you are playing.\u202f<\/strong><em>Example: \u201cHi, I\u2019m Bethany Robinson, and I\u2019m auditioning on bass.\u201d<\/em>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make sure your face and hands are visible as much as possible throughout your audition. If we&nbsp;can\u2019t&nbsp;verify what the keys are doing, we may ask you to resubmit the video.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do not add any special audio effects or on-screen text. Keep it as simple as possible. No autotune, no AI!&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We recommend you upload the audition as an UNLISTED (not private) YouTube file. NOTE: if you make it \u201cpublic\u201d that means you are sharing your audition with anyone and everyone. Alternatively, you may choose to upload to a file storage service like Google Drive or Dropbox that allows you to share a viewable link.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you are auditioning for more than one ensemble, such as jazz band and concert band, or another combination, please&nbsp;submit&nbsp;2 separate audition forms.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There will be no sight-reading&nbsp;component.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you do not have access to&nbsp;an appropriate audition&nbsp;instrument or access to any device capable of recording video, please contact\u202f<a href=\"mailto:caitlin@purdue.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Caitlin<\/strong><\/a>\u202ffor alternative audition instructions.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>After Your Recording is Complete<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Navigate to the following link to&nbsp;submit&nbsp;your audition video:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-buttons \">\n    <div class=\"purdue-home-button-list\">\n                    <div class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button \" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/1rIAqf5gfJQmh_UWEdq7eyx6HNZ8lrKI5oahg6iJpFBw\/edit?ts=69acce46\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Submit an Audition (Opens in a new tab)\">Submit an Audition<\/a><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Questions? Email\u202four Manager of Recruitment &amp; Student Success,\u202fCaitlin (caitlin@purdue.edu).\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How do I enroll in a jazz band?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enroll with your academic advisor during your advising appointment. Upon placement into your official ensemble near the end of July, you may be asked to adjust your schedule.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Academic Advisors<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Please reference our instructional guide in the Advisor Depot.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bands\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PBO-Audition-Recording-Guide-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"791\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bands\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PBO-Audition-Recording-Guide-791x1024.jpg\" alt=\"7 Steps to Recording a Successful Audition Video\" class=\"wp-image-47347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bands\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PBO-Audition-Recording-Guide-791x1024.jpg 791w, https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bands\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PBO-Audition-Recording-Guide-232x300.jpg 232w, https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bands\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PBO-Audition-Recording-Guide-768x994.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bands\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PBO-Audition-Recording-Guide-1187x1536.jpg 1187w, https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bands\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PBO-Audition-Recording-Guide-1583x2048.jpg 1583w, https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/bands\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/PBO-Audition-Recording-Guide-scaled.jpg 1978w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 791px) 100vw, 791px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-cta-strap \">\n    <div class=\"section has-gray-background\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <p class=\"purdue-home-cta-strap__content\">Have lots of questions? 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