Perform scales as sixteenth notes at a minimum tempo of quarter note = 50.
Perform arpeggios the same number of octaves as the corresponding scales, eighth note triplets at a minimum tempo of quarter note = 50.
Violin, Viola, Cello
C, G, D major 2 octaves
F major 1 octave
Any melodic minor of the student’s choice 1 octave
Slur scales 4 notes per bow and arpeggios 3 notes per bow
Bass
C, D, F major 1 octave
G major 2 octaves
Any melodic minor of the student’s choice 1 octave.
Slur scales 2 notes per bow and arpeggios separate bows
Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion
All Prelude Orchestra woodwinds, brass, and percussion scale requirements will be the same as the current Middle School (Grade 6-8) All-State Honors Band audition requirements. These requirements are posted at the NCMEA Band Section website at: http://www.ncbandmasters.org/honorsbandauditionrequirements.html
Solo requirements may be the same as those listed for the Honors Band or a piece that is of the same difficulty level.
ALL INSTRUMENTS
Sight reading
Play a solo of your choice showing your abilities and range. Please state your selection in the video. (ex. Suzuki Book II, III, or IV)