Video Audition Info
While all applicants must eventually audition in person, videos are accepted. Here's what you need to know:
- Register. You'll need to be in the system before you submit your video. Register here if you haven't already.
- Review the audition materials. Download the audition info packet for your section.
- Record and upload your video to YouTube. Be sure the video is not listed as "private".
- Email a link to your video. Write "GE 2019 Video Audition - Your Name" in the subject and include a link to your video in the body of the email. Send the email to [email protected]
Percussion
Note: All video auditions should be using a metronome, and marking time (for battery members). On the equipment of choice is preferred but a loud enough drum pad is fine if applicable.
Snare/Tenor:
Eights @ 140bpm
Eights #2 @ 140bpm
Paradiddle Builder @ 170bpm
Backbeat @ 160bpm
*OPTIONAL* - Solo/Musical Excerpt of your choice. Show case your talent.
Bass Drum:
BASSic Exercises Sheet. @ 150bpm
Cymbals:
No video auditions will be accepted for the cymbal section at this moment. MUST AUDITION IN PERSON. Email [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns.
Front Ensemble:
Send an email to [email protected] with the subject “GE Front Ensemble - Your Name” with your name, previous experience and instrument in which you plan to audition. You’ll receive a response with instructions for submitting a video audition for the instrument you’ve requested.
DISCLAIMER: SOME INSTRUMENTS MAY NOT HAVE A VIDEO AUDITION OPTION AND WILLL REQUIRE AN AUDITION IN PERSON.
Snare/Tenor:
Eights @ 140bpm
Eights #2 @ 140bpm
Paradiddle Builder @ 170bpm
Backbeat @ 160bpm
*OPTIONAL* - Solo/Musical Excerpt of your choice. Show case your talent.
Bass Drum:
BASSic Exercises Sheet. @ 150bpm
Cymbals:
No video auditions will be accepted for the cymbal section at this moment. MUST AUDITION IN PERSON. Email [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns.
Front Ensemble:
Send an email to [email protected] with the subject “GE Front Ensemble - Your Name” with your name, previous experience and instrument in which you plan to audition. You’ll receive a response with instructions for submitting a video audition for the instrument you’ve requested.
DISCLAIMER: SOME INSTRUMENTS MAY NOT HAVE A VIDEO AUDITION OPTION AND WILLL REQUIRE AN AUDITION IN PERSON.
Brass
Note: Concert Tubas/ Euphoniums may be used for etudes. Box drill must be performed with a marching instrument.
1. Etude #1 (Kopprasch) Play at a tempo that best demonstrates your technical skills.
2. Etude #2 (Lyrical - varies by instrument)
3. Box drill while playing 2 note lip slur. (An example of this will be posted on our facebook interest group before camp)
Forward 8
Right 8 (forward slide)
Back 8
Left 8 (back slide)
Forward 8
Left 8 (forward slide)
Back 8
Right 8 (Back slide)
Halt
1. Etude #1 (Kopprasch) Play at a tempo that best demonstrates your technical skills.
2. Etude #2 (Lyrical - varies by instrument)
3. Box drill while playing 2 note lip slur. (An example of this will be posted on our facebook interest group before camp)
Forward 8
Right 8 (forward slide)
Back 8
Left 8 (back slide)
Forward 8
Left 8 (forward slide)
Back 8
Right 8 (Back slide)
Halt
Guard
Note: Make sure the camera angle allows the viewer to see the performer’s entire body, including your feet.
What to include in your video audition:
1. Individual must submit a video of themselves doing 3 basic across the floor exercises. (example- jazz run, sashay, or leaps of some kind)
2. Individual must submit a video of themselves tossing 5 singles, 5 45 tosses, and 5 doubles, all on flag.
3. Any individual wanting to spin a rifle and/or Sabre must submit a video of themselves tossing a double, triple, and quad.
4. Individual must submit a video of them performing a short flag routine from a previous show or that he/she has written. This needs to be at least 64 counts.
In your email, please include your name and a short bio of your prior guard experience. Please allow 7-14 days for the completion of the evaluation. We will strive to complete the evaluation sooner.
Email [email protected] if you have any questions.
What to include in your video audition:
1. Individual must submit a video of themselves doing 3 basic across the floor exercises. (example- jazz run, sashay, or leaps of some kind)
2. Individual must submit a video of themselves tossing 5 singles, 5 45 tosses, and 5 doubles, all on flag.
3. Any individual wanting to spin a rifle and/or Sabre must submit a video of themselves tossing a double, triple, and quad.
4. Individual must submit a video of them performing a short flag routine from a previous show or that he/she has written. This needs to be at least 64 counts.
In your email, please include your name and a short bio of your prior guard experience. Please allow 7-14 days for the completion of the evaluation. We will strive to complete the evaluation sooner.
Email [email protected] if you have any questions.
