Auditions - FSU College of Music - Florida State University

Jazz Studies Audition Information

NOTE: Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Acoustic Bass, Piano and Drum Set only.

Live auditions are strongly encouraged. For situations in which distance makes a live audition impossible, applicants may submit a recorded audition (fifteen minute maximum with content clearly marked). Lists of pertinent experiences may also be included. Applied music placement will be determined by a live audition when the student arrives on campus.

Applicants should be prepared to perform three examples of jazz performance in contrasting styles (ballad, swing, contemporary jazz) that will best demonstrate musicianship and proficiency in Jazz improvisation. A drum set will be provided for drummers, but you should bring your own sticks/brushes. Double Bassists should plan to use their own amplifier or make arrangements in advance with the jazz faculty to use FSU equipment.

NOTE: Those applicants auditioning on-campus should plan to bring at least three copies of their audition music.

Sample Audition Literature

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​Updated on 08/31/2018​