Becoming a Music Major

In order to become a flute major at Mesa State College, you will need to pass a performance audition, a music theory placement exam, and a piano proficiency assessment.

To schedule an audition, contact one of the following:

        Kristi Ballif, flute instructor

        Dr. Adam Ballif, Head of Woodwinds

      

Please prepare the following:

•All Major Scales

•Chromatic Scale, full range

•Solo, preferably with accompaniment

Ensemble Auditions

Auditions for ensembles at Mesa State College are held at the beginning of each school year.  Audition materials will be available by May prior to each school year.  

To receive a copy of the audition materials, contact Kristi Ballif.

Tips for a Successful Audition

•Be prepared. Practice your music until you feel comfortable playing it. Perform your audition materials for friends and family members prior to your audition.

•Know your scales.   Practice them with a metronome and show us your best tone when performing them.   Scales reveal your good or bad practice habits.

•Keep a professional attitude.   Dress appropriately (no jeans), and be courteous to others.  Be on time to a scheduled audition.

•Nerves are a natural part of performing.  We are all musicians and understand that sometimes nerves can affect a performance.  If you do mess up, however, do not make a big deal of it.  Continue playing as though you did not mess up.