Strings Requirements, Grades 8-12

Each student may audition on the string instrument of their choice. 

Performance: 

• Each student should prepare two pieces of contrasting styles (fast/slow or from different time periods). 
• Students should choose music that reflects their interpretive and technical abilities.
• Suggested repertoire might include selections from Suzuki Book Vol. IV or higher or any other comparable level solo repertoire that is 1–3 grade levels above. 
• Students should ask their school orchestra director for help as needed.
• Note: Students must perform unaccompanied. 
• Memorization of the music is optional but highly encouraged and may improve overall audition score.

On-Demand Sight-Reading: (Released S-R Samples) Exercises will include the following criteria: 

• Keys include: D, G, C, F, or B-flat
• 1 or 2 accidentals
• 2/4 or 4/4 meter
• Rhythmic values will include: dotted half notes, dotted quarter notes, quarter notes, eighth notes, half notes, and whole notes and all equivalent rests.
• Various dynamic ranges and articulations
• Some shifting may be required for bassist and cellists.

Use the provided Music Submission Template - bit.ly/gtmusic-hs (HS) for your submissions.

 

For possible SCAPA placement: 

Because of available service options, students may only audition on one of the following instruments: Violin, Viola, Cello, or String Bass.