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Audition Requirements

Auditions for Medisky Oboe Studio don't need to be perfect, but should demonstrate the student's knowledge of oboe fingerings, ability to play scales, and ability to read music and rhythms. This will be a teaching audition, and students will receive instruction in all areas as they play through the requirements.
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NOTE: for beginners and 1st year players who aren't sure if they want to audition for me yet, check out the Student Teacher Program and work with one of my advanced high school students!
First Year Players
For students already playing in band class:

​1. Scales (download)
  • F major, 1 octave
              <<OR>>
  • B♭ Major, 1 octave
  • Please play both if you are able!

2. Short solo pieces
Play at least two selections from your school band book to demonstrate your:
  • knowledge of oboe fingerings
  • understanding of basic rhythm
  • ability to read accidentals
  • ability to follow articulation

3. Sight-reading
This will be provided at the audition.

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⭐️ If this seems like too much right now, check out the Student Teacher Program and work with one of my advanced highs school students!
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Middle School & High School students

1. Scales
Middle school students (download)
  • 2 octaves: C Major
  • 1 octave: B♭ Major & G Major
  • 1-octave chromatic scale

High school students (download)
  • 2 octaves: C Major & B♭ Major
  • 1 octave: E♭ Major, F Major, & G Major
  • 2-octave chromatic scale

2. Short solo piece
Play a solo piece (Class A, B or C), or play selections from school band music or method book to demonstrate:
  • consistent tone
  • rhythmic proficiency
  • articulation
  • dynamics

3. Sight-reading
This will be provided at the audition.
Following a successful audition, there will be a one-month (4 lesson) trial period to ensure that both the student and teacher work well together. All studio members are expected to:
  • practice outside of lessons and band class
  • be engaged during the lesson
  • demonstrate commitment to practicing lesson assignments

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  • Calendar
  • Oboe Studio
    • About
    • New Students >
      • Studio Membership
      • Audition Requirements
      • Lesson Policies
      • Student Teacher Program >
        • About STP
        • New student form
        • Teacher Bios
        • Student Teacher Login
    • Student Opportunities >
      • Dates & Deadlines, 2021-2022
      • Summer Camps 2022
      • Student & Community Ensembles
    • Reeds and Supplies
    • Studio login >
      • WYSO 2022 Auditions
      • Summer 2022 lessons
      • Oboes, Reeds & Accessories >
        • Oboe Repair & Maintenance
        • Oboe Supplies
        • Purchasing an Oboe
      • Practice Strategies >
        • Breathing
        • Pulse & Rhythm
        • Intonation
        • Finger Fixes
        • Peak Performance
        • Note-taking
        • Self-Evaluation Strategies
      • Self Evaluation Course >
        • Stage 1: Language
        • Stage 2: Practice Ritual
        • Stage 3: Elements of Music
        • Stage 4: Musical Details
        • Stage 5: Performability
      • 2021-2022 Lesson Policies
  • Alexander Technique
  • Media
  • Contact