Large Instrumental Concert Ensembles Auditions
Welcome! Auditions for large instrumental concert ensembles at the Bailey School of Music are open to all KSU students, regardless of major. Some ensembles require auditions, including the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Wind Symphony.
Please note, that students enrolled in applied lessons are required to audition and participate in a large instrumental ensemble.
Use the buttons below to access audition materials, registration forms, and sign-up links for your ensemble type.
Fall 2025 Audition Dates
In-person Auditions:
- Tuesday–Thursday, August 12–14, 2025
- Location: Bailey School of Music
Video Auditions:
- If you cannot attend in person, you may request approval to submit a video audition. Video submissions are due by August 12 and must be approved in advance by your applied teacher, area coordinator, or ensemble director.
Bands Auditions (Wind Ensemble & Wind Symphony)
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Step 1: Access Audition Materials
Instruments:
- Flute
- Clarinet
- Oboe
- Bassoon
- Saxophone
- Trumpet
- Horn
- Trombone (Tenor & Bass)
- Euphonium
- Tuba
- Percussion
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Step 2: Complete the Audition Registration Form
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Step 3: Sign Up for an Audition Time
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Questions about Bands?
Director of Bands: David Kehler – dkehler1@kennesaw.edu
Orchestras Auditions (Symphony Orchestra)
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Step 1: Access Audition Materials
Instruments:
- Violin
- Viola
- Cello
- Double Bass
- Harp
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Step 2: Complete the Audition Registration Form
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Step 3: Sign Up for an Audition Time
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Questions about Orchestras?
Director of Orchestral Studies: Nathaniel Parker – nparke22@kennesaw.edu
Applied Area Contacts
For questions about audition materials, contact your applied instructor or area coordinator:
- Brass: Stephen Wadsack – swadsack@kennesaw.edu
- Percussion: John Lawless – jlawless@kennesaw.edu
- Strings: Helen Kim – hkim14@kennesaw.edu
- Woodwinds: John Warren – jwarre35@kennesaw.edu