Auditions

Dear 2022-2023 Incoming and Current SFHS Band Members,

Below is some very important information regarding auditions and clinics, please read them carefully.

  • Students wanting to be in Concert Band do not have to audition. Simply come to our ICEBREAKERS New Member Day on Saturday, May 7th, 2022 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at SFHS

  • Any student wanting to be a part of the SFHS Symphonic Band MUST audition with the SFHS Symphonic Band Audition etudes.

  • Any student wanting to be a part of the SFHS Jazz Band MUST audition with the Jazz Band Audition Excerpts.

  • All Incoming and current percussionists should review and work on the Marching Percussion Clinic Materials. The Marching Percussion Clinic will be held on May 2nd, 3rd, and 4th 2022 from 5:00 - 7:30 PM in the SFHS Band room.

  • ALL Percussionists wanting to audition for Symphonic Band: Please read the specific instructions on your audition music regarding how to perform your etude and rudiments. (3 parts... rhythmic etude, rudiments, and melodic etude)

  • ALL Incoming and current Color Guard members MUST attend the Color Guard Clinics on May 2nd, 3rd, and 4th 2022 from 5:00 - 7:30 PM in the SFHS Band room.

Music Auditions will take place in person with Mr. Bogdan in your middle school band room. A specific date and time will be given to you by your middle school band director.

In order to get started with the audition process please use this code: qxsid67 to join the Incoming SFHS Band Students Google Classroom where you can access these instructions and other audition materials and much much more. You can also use the google classroom to ask any questions that you might have regarding the audition process. You can also speak to your band director or reach out to me directly at bogdank@martinschools.org. I am excited to meet you all and hear your beautiful playing!


Audition Requirements for SFHS Jazz Band

The Jazz Band program at South Fork High School is growing at an incredible rate. For the past three years, the Jazz Band has received Straight Superior ratings at MPA and this year the Jazz Band attended to State Jazz MPA. We have also performed for multiple community events and the news is spreading! Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this incredibly fun and prestigious ensemble!

Audition requirements will be as follows:

Winds (Saxes, Trumpet, and Trombone):

● 7 Blues scales with arpeggios (as many octaves as possible)

● Jazz excerpt Groovin’ High Full excerpt - both endings.

Piano, Guitar, Bass:

● 7 Blues scales with arpeggios (as many octaves as possible)

● Jazz excerpt BlueNoteBlues 2*

Drums:

● Applicant must demonstrate rhythmic and “groove” competency in the following musical styles: Moderate Swing, “Double Time” Swing, Funk/Rock, and Bossa Nova. Lessons on the styles are available at the following link: http://vicfirth.com/tommy-igoe-groove-essentials/

● Jazz excerpt “Flatfoot Shuffle”

To get started with the audition process please use this code: qxsid67 to join the Incoming SFHS Band Students Google Classroom where you can access these instructions and all of the audition materials.

If you have questions or concerns about the Jazz auditions or to receive materials by email, please contact Mr. Bogdan at bogdank@martinschools.org or by phone at (772) 219-1840 x35227

*Jazz Band Audition Dates will be held the same day as your Symphonic Band Auditions at your School!* Specific audition dates will be given to you by your middle school band director.