College Auditions

Many Union Bands students participate in collegiate music ensembles after high school, regardless of college major.

Throughout senior year, stay up to speed with upcoming college audition dates for both the school of music (typically just for music majors) and marching band. Auditions are generally take place BEFORE you attend the college, happening in the early portion of the fall semester or early portion of the spring semester during the high school senior year.

Request an Audition

Many universities in Oklahoma and surrounding areas hold specific audition days for the school of music early second semester. You must request an audition online. 

Tips for Preparation

  • Many institutions require admission to the university prior to being scheduled for an audition in the school of music.

  • Be sure to check for priority scholarship deadlines for both the university (generally November / December) and school of music (generally January, February, March).

  • It's important to establish a connection with the director you will be auditioning for at your school of choice.

  • Check out this page for helpful contact information from nearby schools.

  • Check university websites or contact professors to find out if there are specific etudes or recommended pieces to play in your audition.

  • Don't wait until the last minute to practice, music programs can be highly competitive for both admission and scholarships.

  • Perform in front of peers, teachers, parents, or anyone who will listen leading up to your college audition.

  • Practice sight-reading.

PRACTICAL TIPS FOR AUDITIONS

Special guest Trevor Crawford shares helpful hints for auditioning for DCI drum corps and for college music programs, whether majoring in music or not.

College Contact Information

OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA

OKLAHOMA CITY UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA

NORTHEASTERN STATE UNIVERSITY

SOUTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY OF TULSA

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