When: Freshman should audition while they are on campus for their New Student Conference. Freshmen who are not prepared to audition during their conference may still do so at a later time but they must leave the ensemble times open when registering for classes during the conference. The ensemble may be added to the students schedule after auditions are concluded and final placement is determined. 

Where: E.V. Adams Band Building

What to play: Wind players, piano and guitar auditions should prepare to demonstrate scale proficiency and two contrasting standard jazz melody or solo pieces that best demonstrate their performance and improvisational abilities. Play along material is recommended for lead player auditions.

• Bass Players should prepare to demonstrate scale proficiency, play a melody and walk a bass line to a medium or up-tempo jazz standard. The jazz ensembles utilize both electric and up-right bass.

• Percussionist should be prepared to demonstrate specific drumming abilities for playing time and improvising in various styles of jazz music including swing, latin and funk genres

To schedule an audition: Contact Chris Hollar at 979-845-3529 (mornings only) or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it