Roosevelt Jazz Auditions  rev. 10/12/11

Audition Results 2011-12:
Instrumental and Vocal Jazz Audition Results:  Word (doc) or Adobe Reader (PDF)

Auditions for Jazz Bands I, II & III and Vocal Jazz Rhythm Sections for the 2011-2012 school year were held in June 2011.

Information re: instrumental audition process and expectations below. Everyone will re-audition for placement in 2012-13 ensembles.

Vocal Jazz Auditions:
The Vocal Jazz program stresses teamwork, dedication and harmony. Sightreading and prior vocal performance experience is preferred but not required.

Prospective Parents and Guardians - wondering what to expect for a typical Vocal Jazz student and family? Read the Overview Information sheet:
Vocal Jazz Overview / Expectations:  view  or download:      Word         PDF

Requirements:
1. Match pitch with full, mature tone
2. Sing patterns
3. Learn basic blues tune
4. Improvise over the blues

Audition slots will be approximately 7 minutes. It is NOT required to come with a prepared piece of music, but if a student comes with a prepared piece of standard jazz repertoire, they will be allowed to sing it.

Instrumental Auditions:

The following information may prove helpful for those wanting to know more about the process and expectations for instrumental auditions.

Please fill out and send this form with students to auditions - thank you!
      view   or  download

Instrumental audition schedule:
Saxophones.............Usually Monday - date TBA
Brass........................Usually Tuesday - date TBA
Rhythm Section.......Usually Wednesday - date TBA

Prospective Parents and Guardians - wondering what to expect
for a typical Jazz Band student and family? Read the Overview Information sheet:
       view      or      download Word   or      download PDF

Instrumental students should be prepared to demonstrate technique, style, sightreading and improvisation. It is not necessary to bring in a prepared piece, but if the student has something prepared which demonstrates his/her abilities, Mr. Brown will listen to a short portion of the piece. Emphasis will be on reading ability, understanding of jazz style and vocabulary and maturity of sound and swing.

Participation in summer jazz camps in addition to private lessons is highly recommended.

Summer Jazz Workshops:   view  or  download

Scott Brown
Director, Jazz Programs
Roosevelt High School