Bob Cole Conservatory of Music

Guitar (Jazz) Audition Information

Guitar and Piano: Prepare two medium-tempo or up-tempo jazz standards/etudes in contrasting styles. Be prepared to perform the melody of the tune, perform a chord melody (guitar only), “comp” the chord changes, and improvise on the chord changes accompanied by live musicians or accompaniment tracks provided by you. A sound system with a CD player and connecting cords for laptop computers, iPods, iPhones and similar devices is provided. As part of the audition process, you will sightread a jazz etude or excerpt to evaluate rhythmic and note accuracy in a consistent time feel. Guitarists will be asked to play the written melody line; Pianists will be asked to play the written melody while comping the chord changes in the left hand. A guitar amp is provided, but candidates are welcome to bring their own. Patch cords are not provided. B