Jazz Band Auditions
Jazz Band Audition Material
Prerequisites
Jazz Band is an early morning course. Because we are looking to develop the skill of improvisation through this art form you are required to take Jazz band Concurrently with Symphonic Band, Concert Band (for winds) or Percussion 1/2, Orchestra for Rhythm Section Members to stay up on the fundamentals of playing. Any exceptions need to be approved by Mr. Ryszka.
All audition members will be slotted to the big band. Two Drummers, One Bass, one guitarist, and one pianist and/or vibes will be selected.
Wind's Auditions (Trumpet, Trombone, Sax's)
Below is all of the Audition Material for Jazz Band.
Everybody is to prepare "Mr. PC".
1.) Listen to the recording of John Coletrane.
2.) Prepare the melody on the provided sheet and also 1-2 solo choruses.
3.) Practice with the backing track provided below.
Rhythm Section
Everybody is to prepare "Mr. PC".
1.) Listen to the recording of John. Coltrane
2.) Piano, Vibes, Guitar prepare the melody on the provided sheet and also 1-2 solo choruses. Drum Set Prepare to play a swing beat to go with the melody and an improvised solo. Bass should play the written bass parts shown on the bottom line two choruses, then play the walking bass line on the second page, and then an improvised 12-24 bar solo.
3.) Practice the melody and solo improvising with the backing track provided below.
Mr. PC Original
mr._p.c_copy.mp3 | |
File Size: | 968 kb |
File Type: | mp3 |
MR. PC Song Backing Track
mr-pc-backing_copy.mp3 | |
File Size: | 7657 kb |
File Type: | mp3 |
Bb Parts
mr._p.c.__part_1_-_melody__bb.pdf | |
File Size: | 769 kb |
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Eb Parts
mr._p.c.__part_1_-_melody_eb.pdf | |
File Size: | 680 kb |
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Bass Cleff Parts
mr._p.c.__part_1_-_melody_bass_c.pdf | |
File Size: | 902 kb |
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C Parts
mr._p.c.__part_1_-_melody_c_inst.pdf | |
File Size: | 923 kb |
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Auditions are May 8th
Click the link below to sign up for your audition slot. Auditions will be held in the band room after school. Come early for your spot so you are not missed. If you are unable to audition that day please email. Mr. Ryszka at [email protected]. You can send your audition to Mr. Ryszka via this email. Please do so before may 8th. If you are a current Jazz band member auditioning we will do these in class so don't worry about filling out a slot on the link below.