Prospective instrumental majors and minors are required to audition and earn acceptance into the Department of Music as a music major or minor. The audition process has two components: 1) the performance, and 2) the interview. Performance requirements are as follows:

1. Percussionists should perform a solo on snare drum, keyboard (marimba/xylophone), and timpani.

2. Applicants auditioning will be asked to perform 3-5 scales from memory for at least 2 octaves. (all scales will be major)

3. Students will be asked to perform the chromatic scale for three (3) octaves.

4. Students will be asked to sight read a short passage on snare drum, keyboard, and timpani. 

During the interview portion of the audition, the faculty will try to get to know you a little better and learn about your playing experience, goals, and about you, the individual. Please bring a résumé with you, as well as several copies of the music you're performing.