AUDITION INFORMATION

GENERAL INFO:

The UTSA concert bands are OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS, regardless of their major. All music majors must audition each semester; some bands require an audition for enrollment. Both the UTSA Wind Ensemble and the UTSA Symphonic Band are two ensembles that require students to audition. These ensembles are comprised of both music and non-music majors. Auditions take place at the start of each fall and spring semester. Band placements are determined by the audition results, in addition to/following consultation with studio teachers and ensemble directors. Non-music majors CAN audition for these bands!

The UTSA University Band is open to non-music majors without an audition. The ensemble is comprised of both music majors and non-majors. The UTSA University Band performs a standard three concert schedule each semester here at UTSA and offers students an enjoyable and educational musical outlet. All ensembles serve as hourly credits and serve towards the students cumulative GPA. 

Wind/percussion players who are interested in ORCHESTRA notate this on their audition form. The audition is the same for all ensembles. Orchestra participation is highly selective and is determined by audition results, in addition to/following consultation with studio teachers and ensemble directors. Personnel needs fluctuate depending on repertoire requirements.

MUSIC MAJORS: All music majors (including freshmen) must complete a large ensemble audition each semester.

NON-MUSIC MAJORS: University Band (MUS 3831/3832/3833, section 006) is available for registration without an audition.

Audition Info and Signups, spring 2025

Check back in late December/early January for audition excerpts and sign-up links!

Flute

Oboe

Bassoon

Clarinet/Bass Clarinet

Saxophone

Horn

Trumpet

Trombone/Bass Trombone

Euphonium

Tuba

Percussion

For questions regarding UTSA Large Ensemble Auditions, please see our FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.