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Originally Posted by BAM Anyone want to explain to me the logic behind asking Schmuyle, Xmas oratorio, and the high c lick in the end of Bartok concerto in the same round of a 2ND TRUMPET audition? Just curious if anybody else thinks this is a bit extreme. I guess I could justify it in a principal audition, although two picc. excerpts in the same round seems odd as it is used rather seldomly in orchestra.
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Here comes a history lesson-
In the not to distant past auditions were unheard of,and the players in the orchestra had no input in personnel matters.
In other words the conductor ran the show. Players were hired, unheard by the baton-wielders, sometimes this produced a disaster!
With the union and players getting stronger auditions were starting to be held for positions in the orchestras.
In the name of fairness, auditions were held behind screens.
For the first time women and minority players were given a fair shot, or so they said.
The process is still young and imperfect.
One of my teachers was considered one of the best second trumpet player ever............ he refused to play 1st trumpet. He would not be able to get out of the preliminary rounds.
Orchestras are learning how to hold auditions and what to ask.....I hope.
Wilmer