In this special Listener's Choice episode, Andrew & Lance talk about the ins and outs of auditioning for college as a brass player. This is the second time we've tried this format. Let us know what you think! In terms of structure, we decided to tackle the:
10 Top Brass College Audition Questions
Researching schools and teachers What repertoire to prepare? Should you take a lesson with the teacher? # of schools to apply to? Is it okay to send a tape or video? What should you wear/how should you act? How to overcome nerves/what to expect on the day of/in the room? How to follow up How to ask for more $ How to decide Special thanks to our great Patreon Patron, Russell Etters for suggesting the topic. If you have an idea for an upcoming Listener's Choice, let us know! LINKS: TBJ Brian Hecht episode TBJ Denis Askew episode Carnegie Mellon University School of Music Shenandoah ConservatoryWant to help the show? Take a minute to leave us a rating and a review on iTunes HERE!
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