Youth Honors Wind Ensemble
Proficiency Requirements
Scales: Students must be able to play up to 2 sharps and 2 flats in as many octaves as possible. We strongly encourage students not to be nervous. We are listening for potential not counting mistakes!
Audition Materials*
*Students may play the piece listed below or play a piece of their choosing that best represents their ability at this time.
Flute
beginning to measure 53
Oboe
beginning to measure 41
Clarinet
beginning to measure 53
Bass Clarinet
Students are to play a piece of their choosing that best represents their ability at this time.
Bassoon
beginning to measure 29
Alto Sax
beginning to measure 53
Tenor Sax
beginning to measure 53
Baritone Sax
Students are to play a piece of their choosing that best represents their ability at this time.
French Horn
beginning to measure 37
Trumpet
beginning to measure 53
Trombone
beginning to measure 29
Euphonium and Baritone
beginning to measure 29
Tuba
beginning to measure 21
Mallets and/or Snare
Mallets: beginning to measure 21
Snare: Students are to play a piece of their choosing that best represents their ability at this time.
If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact the Conservatory Outreach Office at 440/826-2365 or conreach@bw.edu. We look forward to meeting you and hearing your audition!