Fall 2026 Ensemble Auditions
(For auditions for admission to degree programs in the Hayes School of Music, visit music.appstate.edu/apply-audition.)
Note: Band instrumentalists must complete this form as part of the audition process. The form can be completed in advance before the ensemble audition day.
Appalachian Symphony Orchestra Strings
ASO Violin Seating Auditions - Sunday, August 16, 2026, from 1:30 pm, Room 313, Broyhill Music Center. Sign up for your audition here. Download the audition excerpts here. Please contact Dr. Pedro Maia with questions.
ASO Viola Seating Auditions - Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 12:30 - 2:00 pm, Room 312, Broyhill Music Center. Sign up for your audition here. Download excerpts here. Prepare the five short excerpts. Please take note of the comments added to the music files, which provide extra information. Contact Dr. Eric Koontz with questions.
ASO Cello Seating Auditions - Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 2:00 - 3:30 pm, Room 314, Broyhill Music Center. Sign up for your audition here. Download Cello audition excerpts. Please contact Dr. Ellie McCormack with questions.
ASO Double Bass Seating Auditions - Saturday, August 15, 2026, 3:30 - 4:30 pm, Room 303, Broyhill Music Center. Sign up for your audition at Dr. Booker's office door (Room 303). Download Double Bass audition excerpts. Please contact Dr. Adam Booker with questions.
If a string player wishes to audition and does not know the specific string professor to contact, please contact Dr. Eric Koontz, Coordinator of the String Area.
Choral Ensembles Audition Information
Placement into University Singers, Treble Choir, Appalachian Chorale, or App State Voices requires a brief "Placement Sing." This is an opportunity to share your musical background and interests so we can determine the best ensemble fit for you at this point in your journey. First-year students who completed a vocal audition for the Hayes School of Music do not need to have a Placement Sing and should register for App State Voices (MUS 3535).
More information about all of our choral ensembles at Appalachian State can be found here.
Placement Sings will be offered from 3-5 PM on Monday 8/17, Tuesday 8/18, and Wednesday 8/19.
Please sign up for a time here and plan to report to Room 214 at your scheduled time. We recommend arriving a few minutes early, as sessions may run slightly ahead of schedule.
Placement Sings will include:
- Singing a short (2-3 minute), prepared song of your choice that showcases your voice.
- Sight reading.
- Vocalises, if needed.
A pianist will be available if your selection requires accompaniment—please bring a copy of your music. You are also welcome to sing unaccompanied. We encourage you to warm up before arriving.
Contact Dr. Shomper at shomperjm@appstate.edu with any questions!
Jazz Combo Audition
Sunday, August 17, 2026, 1:00 - 2:00pm, Room 303 (Dr. Adam Booker's office), Broyhill Music Center. This is a requirement for MUS 1107 sections 101 and 102. Course registration is required to participate in the ensemble.
Download the audition packet here. Please contact Dr. Adam Booker with questions.
Jazz Ensemble
Saturday, August 15, 2026, 9:00am - 4:30pm; Monday, August 17, 7:00pm.
Please see the specific audition date and time in the Jazz Ensemble Audition Packet. The sign-up sheet will be at Professor Wright's Office door, Room 418, Broyhill Music Center. If you have questions, please contact Professor Todd Wright or call 828-262-4964.
Faculty Contacts
Please visit our Faculty/Staff page for a list of faculty contacts. If there are issues with download links, please contact music@appstate.edu