Auditions for Music Department Ensembles

We will begin taking requests for auditions for the 2007-08 year on Monday, August 20.

In order to sign up for a time, please email Michael Ketner, Director of Performance at mketner@sas.upenn.edu with the following information:

• Your name
• Your instrument/voice part
• The ensemble(s) you wish to join
• A preferred date and a range of times that you would be available (see schedule below)
• Contact information (phone number, email)

Please fill out and bring the Audition Form with you to your audition.

You will receive a confirmation of your date and time, along with further instructions (location, requirements, etc.) as soon as possible. Below is the audition schedule...

Click on the name of the ensemble to view the results of this year's auditions:

Penn Symphony Orchestra
Penn Wind Ensemble
Penn Sinfonia

Thank you to all who participated.

University Choral Society
University Choir
Ancient Voices

Other times by appointment

Note: Returning members of these ensembles do not need to audition this year.

Penn Baroque and Recorder Ensembles

Penn Chamber

*This time is reserved for students who are interested in auditioning for the Orchestra and/or Wind Ensemble AND either the Baroque/Recorder Ensembles or Penn Chamber. This will enable you to audition for any of these groups in one session.

Jazz Combos
By appointment. Contact Dan Paul to set up an audition.

Music 10
Tuesday, Sept. 18 . Contact Margie Smith at mmsmith@sas.upenn.edu for more information.

Requirements for Auditions

Choral Ensembles: There is nothing to prepare for these auditions, and sightreading is not required. You will be asked to sing a series of vocal exercises at your audition.

Instrumental Ensembles: In general, you should prepare 3-5 minutes of music of your choosing. If possible, please prepare passages that demonstrate contrasting styles. There may be slight changes depending on the specific ensemble for which you are auditioning, and you will be notified of any changes when your audition is confirmed.

If you interested in auditioning for the Penn Symphony Orchestra, you will also be expected to prepare specific excerpts. Click on your instrument below to download and print this year's excerpts.

Jazz Combos: Be prepared to play one or two tunes in the appropriate style, and if possible, be ready to demonstrate improvisation skills.

Music 10: For information, click here.