Instrumental Ensemble Auditions

Instrumental Jazz Ensembles at Kent State

Jazz Orchestra
Jazz Workshop Ensembles
Jazz Combos

Audition Location

In-person location: E109 (Bobby's Office)

Audition Requirements

Please take the part that corresponds to what you want to play.

Audition Sign-ups

Auditions dates for 2026-2027 will be posted when they become available.

Questions or Need More Info?

Contact
Bobby Selvaggio
Director of Jazz Studies
rselvagg@kent.edu

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Violin
Viola
Cello
Bass

91��Ƶ students enrolled in any undergraduate or graduate program are eligible to join.

Music Majors are required to attend in-person auditions.
Non-Music Majors are encouraged to attend in-person auditions. An alternative audition for non-majors may be available upon request.

AUDITION SIGN-UP

VIOLINS:

Monday, August 24, 2026
Time: 1:10 – 2:50 pm
Location: Band Educational Facility
Address: 650 Loop Rd, Kent, OH 44242

VIOLAS, CELLOS, AND BASSES:

Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Time: 1:10 – 2:50 pm
Location: Band Educational Facility
Address: 650 Loop Rd, Kent, OH 44242

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

Please see the
The audition will determine your acceptance to the orchestra as well as seating—which may rotate throughout the year.

QUESTIONS OR NEED MORE INFORMATION?

For Orchestra
Contact Isaac Terceros
Email itercero@kent.edu

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One audition for placement in:

Symphony Band
Wind Ensemble
Symphony Orchestra

Audition Requirements

Audition Sign-up and Schedule

Auditions will take place on Sunday, August 23, through Wednesday, August 26, in the Center for the Performing Arts (CPA).

Sunday, August 23

Percussion 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. (Percussion Studio)
Oboe 2- 3 p.m. (CPA, Ludwig Recital Hall)
Horn 3 - 4:30 p.m. (CPA, Ludwig Recital Hall)
Overflow 4:30-5:30 p.m. (CPA, Ludwig Recital Hall)

Monday, August 24

Saxophone 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Saxophone Studio, CPA, D209)
Trumpet 1 - 2:30 p.m. (Trumpet Studio, CPA, E104)
Overflow 2:30- 3 p.m. (Dr. Lorenzo’s Office, CPA, E110)

Tuesday, August 25

Flute 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Flute Studio, CPA, E208)
Euph/Trombone 1 - 2:30 p.m. (Trombone/Euph Studio, CPA, E106)
Overflow 3- 4 p.m. (Dr. Lorenzo’s Office, CPA, E110)

Wednesday, August 26

Bassoon 12 - 1 p.m. (Dr. Lorenzo’s Office, CPA, E110)
Clarinet 11 a.m.- 12 p.m., 1-2 p.m. (Dr. Lorenzo’s Office, CPA, E110)
Tuba, 2-3 p.m., Tuba Studio (Dr. Lorenzo’s Office, CPA, E110)

Please register and sign up for a time here:

If the days or times listed for your instrument conflict, please sign up for an overflow slot (any of the designated overflow slots on the page) or contact Dr. Lorenzo (blorenz1@kent.edu) to find an alternate time.

Audition Advice

Practice well in advance and dress professionally.
Recording your audition materials is extremely helpful. The opportunity to objectively listen for rhythmic continuity, intonation, tempo choices, interpretation, and sound is extremely valuable in monitoring your progress.
Listen to recordings of the selected excerpts and etudes if possible.
The audition is meant to place you in the ensemble where you will have the best experience. It is not meant to be intimidating.

Questions or Need More Information?

For Symphony Band and Wind Ensemble
Contact Dr. Darin Olson and Dr. Benjamin Lorenzo
Email bands@kent.edu

For Orchestra
Contact Isaac Terceros
Email itercero@kent.edu

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