2021/2022 JAZZ BAND AUDITIONS
All:
If you have questions or concerns about the Jazz auditions or to receive materials by email, please contact Mr. Bradshaw at jabradshaw@wsd.net
Blues Scales (.pdf)
All
Excerpt Music (.pdf)
All
Excerpt Audio (.mp3)
celestial_swingin_blues__1_.mp3
*Parts are included in the link. Scroll down and find the part you need and print the appropriate page(s) from the file. Pick any of the parts for your instrument. If you want to be considered for lead, you must audition on the 1st part.
All:
- Blues scales (Pick 2), play full range of instrument.
- Jazz excerpt Celestial Swinging Blues, Measures 1-4 and C to D.
- Drums:
- Applicant must demonstrate rhythmic and “groove” competency in the following musical styles: Moderate Swing, “Double Time” Swing, Funk/Rock, and Samba "slow". Lessons on the styles are available at the following link.
- for your audition, play without the recording. It is for reference only.
If you have questions or concerns about the Jazz auditions or to receive materials by email, please contact Mr. Bradshaw at jabradshaw@wsd.net
Blues Scales (.pdf)
All
Excerpt Music (.pdf)
All
Excerpt Audio (.mp3)
celestial_swingin_blues__1_.mp3
*Parts are included in the link. Scroll down and find the part you need and print the appropriate page(s) from the file. Pick any of the parts for your instrument. If you want to be considered for lead, you must audition on the 1st part.