Classical Trombone

Undergraduate Audition Requirements

Scales
Perform all major scales in two octaves (within the normal range of the instrument)

Repertoire
Prepare two contrasting solos or solo movements, to demonstrate:

  • Technical facility: a technical movement or piece to demonstrate an advanced command of technical skills such as range, slide technique, rapid articulation, and flexibility.
  • Lyricism: a contrasting lyrical movement or piece to demonstrate an advanced command of musicality, expressiveness, and legato.

Suggested audition pieces include (but not limited to):

  • Guilmant, Morceau Symphonique
  • Barat, Andante et Allegro
  • Rimsky-Korsakov, Concerto
  • Saint-Saens, Cavatine
  • Galliard, Sonata No. 1
  • Marcello, Sonata in A Minor
  • David, Concerto
  • Serocki, Sonatina

For more information contact Adam Hanna.