The All State Audition Process
Read and understand the audition
Study with a private instructor that has a history of students getting accepted into All State. Ask a director for recommendations.
Practice the 12 major scales every time you practice. Memorize them.
Select a solo by March of the audition year. Work with your lesson teacher to select the strongest minute of music.
Practice a new etude each week from your instrument’s audition book. See page 4 in the link above for your instrument’s audition book.
In July of the audition year, the audition etudes will be posted. Once they are posted, practice them every day.
Mandatory: attend the weekly mock auditions from the August 26 through October 21.
Clear your schedule on Saturday October 26. Know what clothes you’re going to wear; dress professionally.
Secure transportation to Indianola High School.
Play your best. Be open to the outcome.
If selected, clear your schedule for November 21, 22, and 23.
Practice your music.
All State Results 2023
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