Bay Port Jazz Auditions
Below contains information regarding Jazz Band auditions for the 2023/2024 school year. The philosophy of the Bay Port Jazz Program is that there is a place for students of all skill levels within our organization. Auditions are required for placement into a Bay Port Jazz Ensemble. The number of jazz ensembles will be determined by instrumentation and the number of students auditioning.
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AUDITION DATES
All Winds - Monday, November 6th All Rhythm Section - Tuesday, November 7th Results will be posted by Tuesday, November 7th. First Bay Port Jazz Orchestra Rehearsal will be Wednesday, November 8th. |
Wind Section Auditions - Saxes, Trumpets, & Trombones
1. Chart Excerpts - Perform both excerpts. Reference recordings are provided for practice only. Students will perform without accompaniment in the audition.
Practice Reference Recordings
2. Improv [optional] - play 2 choruses of improvised F Blues over the recorded track. Be Brave!
Rhythm Section Auditions - Piano, Guitar, Bass, & Drums
1. Chart Excerpts - Perform both excerpts, demonstrating appropriate style and comping techniques. Reference recordings are provided for practice only. Students will perform without accompaniment in the audition.
Practice Reference Recordings
2. Improv (optional) - play 2 choruses of improvised F Blues over the recorded track.