Audition Information

6th Grade Music Requirements 

Beginning band students that are interested in auditioning for the GPFAA Band Strand do not necessarily need any band or instrument experience.  Students should be able to meet the schools’ enrollment requirements and be willing to be placed on an instrument that best suits their interests and abilities.  We will have instrument placement try-outs the first week of school where students will have the opportunity to try each available instrument in order to find the instrument to which they are most suited.  It is recommended but not necessary that students have a basic understanding of rhythm and note reading. 

Note: If a student has previous band experience, they should plan on auditioning on their instrument.

7th – 12th Grade Music Requirements

Students will need to demonstrate proficiency on their instrument at an appropriate level by performing the following:

• A prepared solo or etude of your choice
• Major Scales (Concert Bb, Eb, Ab, Db, G, C, F)
• Chromatic Scale (Full Range)
• Sight-Reading