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Dates
Saturday, December 3, 2011
9am-4pm
Saturday, February 4, 2012
9am-4pm
Sunday, February 5, 2012
9am-4pm
Saturday, March 10, 2012
9am-4pm
If you are interested in pursuing music as a major at WVU, please contact Dr. Ibrahim (michael.ibrahim@mail.wvu.edu) as early as possible to best prepare for your audition. The Audition Process at WVU is a competitive one, and it is strongly encouraged that applicants have a history of consistent private instruction. Such studies should focus specifically on establishing fundamentals through solo alto saxophone literature.
Audition Requirements
Acceptance to West Virginia University as a Music Major is a two step process. First, the applicant must be accepted by the University, and then by the Division of Music. Information on admission to the University can be found at www.arc.wvu.edu/admissions/urequire_main.html.
Once admitted into the University, all prospective students must audition for the music program. Auditions are held in Morgantown throughout the school year. A recording and other supporting material may be submitted when circumstances prevent a visit to Morgantown for this purpose. The audition is a preliminary assessment of your potential for success in the program. If you are admitted, your standing is confirmed or revised after the first semester of study.
The Audition Process
The WVU audition requirements for woodwinds are:
- All major scales over the full range of the instrument
- Chromatic scale slurred over the full range of the instrument
- Two contrasting works from the standard solo repertoire. These can include entire pieces or individual movements from significant concerti or sonatas. One work may be a concert etude composed for the instrument. Piano accompaniment is not necessary. It is encouraged for you to contact Dr. Ibrahim as you make your audition preparations.
Jazz
Applicants are required to sight-read both musical notation and chord changes. Applicants should be prepared to play common jazz scale forms and improvise in a number of jazz and contemporary styles. In addition, applicants may choose additional music that best reflects their technical ability, overall musicianship, and musical interests. Applicants should demonstrate their versatility and creativity.
