2011 Quest Audition Packet
Please prepare the following exercises for the instruments that you intend to
audition for. There will some additional material given out at the audition to
evaluate your sight reading ability.
Additional requirements
Those auditioning for Snare or Tenors should have a one minute solo prepared.
Feel free to use something from a past show, cadence, or something original to
demonstrate your ability and skills.
Those auditioning for Marimba should prepare a solo that demonstrates their
ability and skills. Please feel free to use a section of a show that you have
recently performed if you feel it accurately represents your skill set.
Those auditioning for Cymbals will be given audition material at the audition.
Please be prepared to demonstrate style and positions that you are currently
familiar with.
Those auditioning for drum set or guitar should have a solo prepared to
demonstrate their ability.
Dates and equipment
Audition dates for the 2011 season will be Oct. 24th and Nov. 7th from 9:00am to
7:00pm. Location and directions will be posted on the website soon
There will be a one time audition fee of $25.00 dollars due at the start of the day.
Those auditioning for Snare or Tenors should bring their own instrument if at all
possible.
Those auditioning for the Front Ensemble should bring their own mallets if
possible.
Please check the website in the coming weeks for more details on what you
should prepare.
Thanks and see you soon.
Thank you for your interest in the 2011 Atlanta Quest Front Ensemble. All prospective
members, including veterans, will audition for spots in the group during the course of
our audition dates. ALL spots are open, and instrumentation will be determined during
and after auditions.
The audition process will include a brief individual audition, but is primarily based on
your performance throughout the day and progress between camps.
During your audition, you will be evaluated on the fundamentals of:
1. timing
2. rhythmic accuracy
3. pitch accuracy
4. quality of sound
5. technique
6. strength/ chops
7. sight- reading
In addition, we are looking for great attitudes and your ability to adapt to the ensemble.
Conicts with camp dates, dedication and commitment to the organization are also of
extreme importance.
Those auditioning on a keyboard instrument should prepare the provided exercises.
The two mallet exercises will be played in all 12 major keys AND with the inside two
mallets. For your individual audition, a four mallet solo is preferable, but a segment of a
drum corps/ WGI/ marching show is acceptable.
It is recommended that you are familiar with the piston stroke concept from the
Stevens Method of Movement book.
It is helpful, though not necessary, to be familiar with both the Burton grip and Stevens
technique.
Those auditioning for auxiliary percussion spots should prepare a few basic batterie
exercises such as 16th note timing, triplet timing, and an accents exercise. Anything
used by your school percussion program should be ne. Also, please prepare at least a
few of the keyboard exercises that are provided. It would also be benecial to be
familiar with the Quest batterie exercises.
Best of luck!
Brandon Dodge
[email protected]
Front Ensemble
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