SOMD Transfer Auditions and Jazz Theory Advisory Exams
1:00 p.m.Sep
22
1:00–3:30 p.m.
Jazz transfer placement auditions and a theory advisory exam may be needed for incoming jazz studies majors with previous college-level jazz experience.
Visit the UO Jazz Website for more information.
Please reach out to Paul Krueger at info@uoregon.College if you have any questions.
SOMD Jazz Ensemble Auditions - Piano
3:00 p.m.Sep
23
3:00–5:30 p.m.
UO jazz ensembles (Big Bands, Combos, Latin Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Guitar Ensemble) are open to all University of Oregon students (including part-time and Continuing Education students) by audition, regardless of major.
Auditions for the UO jazz ensembles are held during Week of Welcome each fall. A single audition is used to place students in Big Bands, Combos, Latin, and Guitar ensembles. Students auditioning for these ensembles in the Fall term need not re-audition in winter or spring terms.
Each audition will last roughly 5-15 minutes. Please visit the jazz website to sign up for your audition time and download audition materials (available July 1st).
Professor Paul Krueger, Director of Jazz Studies, is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Jazz Ensemble Auditions - Merker/Sandine Scholarship Combo
6:30 p.m.Sep
23
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Thanks to the generosity of Herb Merker and Ken Sandine, the members of two UO small groups will be awarded a scholarship. Scholarship recipients are chosen annually in a separate audition prior to the start of Fall term each school year. These groups are open to students of any major. Auditions are held in a group format and judged by a faculty panel. These ensembles, which include JazzArts Oregon, will represent the UO's Jazz Studies Program in concerts throughout the region.
Since this is a group audition, students are expected to attend the entire audition time. Please visit the jazz website to sign up for your audition and see this year's required repertoire list (available July 1st).
Professor Paul Krueger, Director of Jazz Studies, is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Undergraduate Orientation
9:00 a.m.All new undergraduate Music majors are required to attend the orientation, led by Music Undergraduate Advisor, Beverly Taflinger.
Sep
24
9:00–10:00 a.m.
All new undergraduate Music majors are required to attend the orientation, led by Music Undergraduate Advisor, Beverly Taflinger.
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Saxophone
9:30 a.m.Sep
24
9:30–10:50 a.m.
Auditions for the 2026-27 academic year are open to students from all majors. Personnel for the various orchestras, bands, and wind ensembles will be formed from these auditions. Participation in the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Symphonic Band requires in-person auditions. Participation in Campus Band and Campus Orchestra does not require an audition.
Please visit the ensemble website for audition information, including excerpts (available August 1st) and sign-ups.
Dr. Dennis Llinas is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Jazz Ensemble Auditions - Trumpet
9:30 a.m.Sep
24
9:30–11:00 a.m.
UO jazz ensembles (Big Bands, Combos, Latin Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Guitar Ensemble) are open to all University of Oregon students (including part-time and Continuing Education students) by audition, regardless of major.
Auditions for the UO jazz ensembles are held during Week of Welcome each fall. A single audition is used to place students in Big Bands, Combos, Latin, and Guitar ensembles. Students auditioning for these ensembles in the Fall term need not re-audition in winter or spring terms.
Each audition will last roughly 5-15 minutes. Please visit the jazz website to sign up for your audition time and download audition materials (available July 1st).
Professor Paul Krueger, Director of Jazz Studies, is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Undergraduate Placement Exam: Keyboard Skills
10:00 a.m.Sep
24
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
REQUIRED FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS; optional for freshmen wishing to test out of Keyboard Skills sequence courses.
For students who are taking all three placement exams (including Theory and Aural Skills) and who need a Keyboard Skills appointment outside of Thursday/Friday 10a-2p, please email Dr. S.
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Select Choirs
10:30 a.m.Sep
24
10:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Auditions in the Fall of 2026 for Chamber Choir, University Singers, and Repertiore Singers will take place over three days during the Week of Welcome (9.24, 9.25, and 9.27), and during the first three days of fall term. All UO students, no matter their major, are welcome in any of our choirs. We have choirs appropriate for all experience levels, from people who have sung in a choir for many years, to people who would like to join a choir for the first time.
Interested students need only sign up for one time slot.
If you are interested in auditioning for choir but are unable to sign up for a Week of Welcome audition, please come to the first day of whichever choir(s) you are interested in joining and we will arrange an audition at that time. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Paul at info@uoregon.College.
Please note that Chamber Choir (M/W 2:00 PM-2:50 PM & T/TH 12:00 PM-1:20 PM) and University Singers (MWF 11:00 AM-11:50 AM) audition in the Fall only, and require a one-year commitment. (University Singers will audition new members mid-year if openings are avaialble. Please contact Dr. Melissa Brunkan at info@uoregon.College for any inquiries.
Repertoire Singers (T/TH 3:00 PM-3:50 PM) will accept new members each term. If you miss Fall auditions for Repertoire Singers and would like to join in Winter or Spring terms, please contact Dr. Sharon J. Paul at info@uoregon.College to arrange a brief audition.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Please have one song prepared – it can be an art song, aria, folk song, or musical theater piece. A pianist will be provided for you. You will also be asked to perform brief exercises that assess your range, aural skills, and music literacy level.
FIRST DAY OF EACH CHOIR
Chamber Choir: Monday, September 28: 2:00 PM-2:50 PM, Frohnmayer Music Building Room 163 Repertoire Singers: Tuesday, September 29: 3:00 PM-3:50 PM, Frohnmayer Music Building Room 163 University Singers: Monday, September 28: 11:00 AM-11:50 AM, Frohnmayer Music Building Room 163
QUESTIONS
Dr. Sharon J. Paul at info@uoregon.College for questions about Chamber Choir or Repertoire Singers Dr. Melissa Brunkan at info@uoregon.College for questions about University Singers If you have general questions about the choirs, please feel free to contact either of us!
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Horn
11:00 a.m.Sep
24
11:00 a.m.–12:10 p.m.
Auditions for the 2026-27 academic year are open to students from all majors. Personnel for the various orchestras, bands, and wind ensembles will be formed from these auditions. Participation in the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Symphonic Band requires in-person auditions. Participation in Campus Band and Campus Orchestra does not require an audition.
Please visit the ensemble website for audition information, including excerpts (available August 1st) and sign-ups.
Dr. Dennis Llinas is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Meeting for Undergraduate Jazz Majors
11:30 a.m.All new undergraduate Jazz Studies majors are required to attend this meeting, led by Director of Jazz Studies, Paul Krueger
Sep
24
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
All new undergraduate Jazz Studies majors are required to attend this meeting, led by Director of Jazz Studies, Paul Krueger
SOMD Studio Placement Auditions - Piano
noonSep
24
noon
For details about what to prepare, or general questions, please contact Dr. Alexandre Dossin.
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Trumpet
1:00 p.m.Sep
24
1:00–2:30 p.m.
Auditions for the 2026-27 academic year are open to students from all majors. Personnel for the various orchestras, bands, and wind ensembles will be formed from these auditions. Participation in the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Symphonic Band requires in-person auditions. Participation in Campus Band and Campus Orchestra does not require an audition.
Please visit the ensemble website for audition information, including excerpts (available August 1st) and sign-ups.
Dr. Dennis Llinas is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Jazz Ensemble Auditions - Trombone
1:00 p.m.Sep
24
1:00–2:00 p.m.
UO jazz ensembles (Big Bands, Combos, Latin Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Guitar Ensemble) are open to all University of Oregon students (including part-time and Continuing Education students) by audition, regardless of major.
Auditions for the UO jazz ensembles are held during Week of Welcome each fall. A single audition is used to place students in Big Bands, Combos, Latin, and Guitar ensembles. Students auditioning for these ensembles in the fall term need not re-audition in winter or spring terms.
Each audition will last roughly 5-15 minutes. Please visit the jazz website to sign up for your audition time and download audition materials (available July 1st).
Professor Paul Krueger, Director of Jazz Studies, is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Meeting for Undergraduate Students in Music Education
2:00 p.m.Sep
24
2:00–3:00 p.m.
All new and returning undergraduate Music Education majors are required to attend the meeting.
Get to know your cohort, meet Music Education faculty, and learn about NAfME (National Association for Music Education) from current members.
SOMD Jazz Ensemble Auditions - Saxophone
2:30 p.m.Sep
24
2:30–5:00 p.m.
UO jazz ensembles (Big Bands, Combos, Latin Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Guitar Ensemble) are open to all University of Oregon students (including part-time and Continuing Education students) by audition, regardless of major.
Auditions for the UO jazz ensembles are held during Week of Welcome each fall. A single audition is used to place students in Big Bands, Combos, Latin, and Guitar ensembles. Students auditioning for these ensembles in the Fall term need not re-audition in winter or spring terms.
Each audition will last roughly 5-15 minutes. Please visit the jazz website to sign up for your audition time and download audition materials (available July 1st).
Professor Paul Krueger, Director of Jazz Studies, is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Trombone
2:40 p.m.Sep
24
2:40–3:55 p.m.
Auditions for the 2026-27 academic year are open to students from all majors. Personnel for the various orchestras, bands, and wind ensembles will be formed from these auditions. Participation in the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Symphonic Band requires in-person auditions. Participation in Campus Band and Campus Orchestra does not require an audition.
Please visit the ensemble website for audition information, including excerpts (available August 1st) and sign-ups.
Dr. Dennis Llinas is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - UO Opera
4:00 p.m.Sep
24
4:00–7:00 p.m.
The University Opera Ensemble is open to all members of the university community by audition only. All SOMD music majors must have their studio teacher's permission to participate.
AUDITION DETAILS
- Auditions for the February 2027 opera, Idomeneo by Mozart, will take place Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 4:00-7:00 p.m.
- We will also be performing an extensive Opera Scenes Program in May 2027.
- SIGN UP FOR AN AUDITION HERE
WHAT TO PREPARE
- Please email Dr. Karen Esquivel or Dr. Gustavo Castro for the music if you want to audition for a specific role.
- If you are interested only in the chorus, you can bring in a Mozart aria.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This is a full-year course.
- Bring a one-page resumé and headshot, if you have one, to your audition.
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Tuba and Euphonium
4:05 p.m.Sep
24
4:05–5:20 p.m.
Auditions for the 2026-27 academic year are open to students from all majors. Personnel for the various orchestras, bands, and wind ensembles will be formed from these auditions. Participation in the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Symphonic Band requires in-person auditions. Participation in Campus Band and Campus Orchestra does not require an audition.
Please visit the ensemble website for audition information, including excerpts (available August 1st) and sign-ups.
Dr. Dennis Llinas is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Flute
6:00 p.m.Sep
24
6:00–7:30 p.m.
Auditions for the 2026-27 academic year are open to students from all majors. Personnel for the various orchestras, bands, and wind ensembles will be formed from these auditions. Participation in the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Symphonic Band requires in-person auditions. Participation in Campus Band and Campus Orchestra does not require an audition.
Please visit the ensemble website for audition information, including excerpts (available August 1st) and sign-ups.
Dr. Dennis Llinas is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Jazz Ensemble Auditions - Drums
6:00 p.m.Sep
24
6:00–9:00 p.m.
UO jazz ensembles (Big Bands, Combos, Latin Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Guitar Ensemble) are open to all University of Oregon students (including part-time and Continuing Education students) by audition, regardless of major.
Auditions for the UO jazz ensembles are held during Week of Welcome each fall. A single audition is used to place students in Big Bands, Combos, Latin, and Guitar ensembles. Students auditioning for these ensembles in the fall term need not re-audition in winter or spring terms.
Each audition will last roughly 5-15 minutes. Please visit the jazz website to sign up for your audition time and download audition materials (available July 1st).
Professor Paul Krueger, Director of Jazz Studies, is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Pop Ensemble: Rock & Funk
7:00 p.m.Sep
24
7:00–9:00 p.m.
Vocalists and instrumentalists of all sorts are encouraged to audition, especially drums, electric bass, electric guitar, keyboards, and horns.
Students should prepare these two songs, to be played in a rotating group setting:
Bring your instruments; we will provide amplifiers and a PA.
Please indicate your interest by signing up on the Audition Signup for MUS 374 Funk and Rock Ensemble (fall 2026) Google form
Please arrive promptly at 7 PM and plan to stay until nine. We can’t wait to meet you!
For questions, please email Sean Peterson at info@uoregon.College
SOMD Ensemble Auditions and Studio Placement Auditions - Percussion
8:30 a.m.Sep
25
8:30–10:00 a.m.
Studio placement auditions are required for all new and returning students who will register for MUP Percussion lessons during the 2026-27 academic year. Studio placement auditions for percussion will coincide with ensemble auditions for that instrument.
Auditions for the 2026-27 academic year are open to students from all majors. Personnel for the various orchestras, bands, and wind ensembles will be formed from these auditions. Participation in the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Symphonic Band requires in-person auditions. Participation in Campus Band and Campus Orchestra does not require an audition.
Please visit the ensemble website for audition information, including excerpts (available August 1st) and sign-ups.
Dr. Dennis Llinas is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Jazz Ensemble Auditions - Bass
9:00 a.m.Sep
25
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
UO jazz ensembles (Big Bands, Combos, Latin Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Guitar Ensemble) are open to all University of Oregon students (including part-time and Continuing Education students) by audition, regardless of major.
Auditions for the UO jazz ensembles are held during Week of Welcome each fall. A single audition is used to place students in Big Bands, Combos, Latin, and Guitar ensembles. Students auditioning for these ensembles in the fall term need not re-audition in winter or spring terms.
Each audition will last roughly 5-15 minutes. Please visit the jazz website to sign up for your audition time and download audition materials (available July 1st).
Professor Paul Krueger, Director of Jazz Studies, is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Undergraduate Orientation: Dance
9:30 a.m.Sep
25
9:30–10:00 a.m.
All new undergraduate Dance majors (BA, BS, BFA) are required to attend this orientation. Dance minors are welcome but not required to attend.
Register to Attend: Dance Orientation, Dance Placement & BFA Auditions here
SOMD Auditions: Dance Placements and Auditions
10:00 a.m.Sep
25
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Register to Attend: Dance Orientation, Dance Placement & BFA Auditions here
All incoming Dance majors and minors are required to attend this Placement Class.
When registering for technique classes prior to the placement class, all Dance majors should register for level I. If that placement changes, you will be notified after placement class.
Dance minors and other non-dance majors may only register for the following classes prior to placement.
DANC 150 Contemp Foundations
DANC 152 Ballet Foundations
DANC 175 Hip Hop I
DANC 185 African I
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Select Choirs
10:00 a.m.Sep
25
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Auditions in the Fall of 2026 for Chamber Choir, University Singers, and Repertiore Singers will take place over three days during the Week of Welcome (9.24, 9.25, and 9.27), and during the first three days of fall term. All UO students, no matter their major, are welcome in any of our choirs. We have choirs appropriate for all experience levels, from people who have sung in a choir for many years, to people who would like to join a choir for the first time.
Interested students need only sign up for one time slot.
If you are interested in auditioning for choir but are unable to sign up for a Week of Welcome audition, please come to the first day of whichever choir(s) you are interested in joining and we will arrange an audition at that time. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Paul at info@uoregon.College.
Please note that Chamber Choir (M/W 2:00 PM-2:50 PM & T/TH 12:00 PM-1:20 PM) and University Singers (MWF 11:00 AM-11:50 AM) audition in the Fall only, and require a one-year commitment. (University Singers will audition new members mid-year if openings are avaialble. Please contact Dr. Melissa Brunkan at info@uoregon.College for any inquiries.
Repertoire Singers (T/TH 3:00 PM-3:50 PM) will accept new members each term. If you miss Fall auditions for Repertoire Singers and would like to join in Winter or Spring terms, please contact Dr. Sharon J. Paul at info@uoregon.College to arrange a brief audition.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Please have one song prepared – it can be an art song, aria, folk song, or musical theater piece. A pianist will be provided for you. You will also be asked to perform brief exercises that assess your range, aural skills, and music literacy level.
FIRST DAY OF EACH CHOIR
Chamber Choir: Monday, September 28: 2:00 PM-2:50 PM, Frohnmayer Music Building Room 163 Repertoire Singers: Tuesday, September 29: 3:00 PM-3:50 PM, Frohnmayer Music Building Room 163 University Singers: Monday, September 28: 11:00 AM-11:50 AM, Frohnmayer Music Building Room 163
QUESTIONS
Dr. Sharon J. Paul at info@uoregon.College for questions about Chamber Choir or Repertoire Singers Dr. Melissa Brunkan at info@uoregon.College for questions about University Singers If you have general questions about the choirs, please feel free to contact either of us!
SOMD Undergraduate Exam: Music Theory
10:00 a.m.Sep
25
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
REQUIRED FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS; Optional for freshmen wishing to test out of Music Theory sequence courses.
SOMD Undergraduate Placement Exam: Keyboard Skills
10:00 a.m.Sep
25
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
REQUIRED FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS; optional for freshmen wishing to test out of Keyboard Skills sequence courses.
For students who are taking all three placement exams (including Theory and Aural Skills) and who need a Keyboard Skills appointment outside of Thursday/Friday 10a-2p, please email Dr. S.
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Clarinet
10:10 a.m.Sep
25
10:10–11:40 a.m.
Auditions for the 2026-27 academic year are open to students from all majors. Personnel for the various orchestras, bands, and wind ensembles will be formed from these auditions. Participation in the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Symphonic Band requires in-person auditions. Participation in Campus Band and Campus Orchestra does not require an audition.
Please visit the ensemble website for audition information, including excerpts (available August 1st) and sign-ups.
Dr. Dennis Llinas is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Bassoon
11:50 a.m.Sep
25
11:50 a.m.–12:50 p.m.
Auditions for the 2026-27 academic year are open to students from all majors. Personnel for the various orchestras, bands, and wind ensembles will be formed from these auditions. Participation in the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Symphonic Band requires in-person auditions. Participation in Campus Band and Campus Orchestra does not require an audition.
Please visit the ensemble website for audition information, including excerpts (available August 1st) and sign-ups.
Dr. Dennis Llinas is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Undergraduate Exam: Aural Skills Dictation
noonSep
25
noon
REQUIRED FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS; Optional for freshmen wishing to test out of Aural Skills sequence courses.
To be paired with the Aural Skills sight singing exam.
SOMD Auditions: BFA in Dance
12:30 p.m.Sep
25
12:30–2:00 p.m.
Register to Attend: Dance Orientation, Dance Placement & BFA Auditions here
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) candidates will participate in the morning placement class, present a 3-5 minute solo, and have a brief interview with the dance faculty.
Guidelines for solo
Perform a 3-5 minute solo from any idiom or style that you feel presents you in your very best light. The movement may be choreographed (by you or another) or improvised. A separate studio will be available to prepare for solo performances. We will provide aux cable and adapters to play your music from your phone or other device during the audition.
Be prepared to change easily between:
- soft slippers or thin cotton socks for ballet (no point shoes);
- bare feet for contemporary and African;
- and clean sneakers for hip hop.
Please be prepared to answer the following questions in the interview with faculty:
- What would you like to tell us about your movement background?
- Why are you interested in earning a BFA in Dance at the University of Oregon?
- How do you see yourself working and collaborating with the community in our dance program as well as the greater community at the University of Oregon?
SOMD Jazz Ensemble Auditions - Guitar
12:30 p.m.Sep
25
12:30–4:00 p.m.
UO jazz ensembles (Big Bands, Combos, Latin Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Guitar Ensemble) are open to all University of Oregon students (including part-time and Continuing Education students) by audition, regardless of major.
Auditions for the UO jazz ensembles are held during Week of Welcome each fall. A single audition is used to place students in Big Bands, Combos, Latin, and Guitar ensembles. Students auditioning for these ensembles in the fall term need not re-audition in winter or spring terms.
Each audition will last roughly 5-15 minutes. Please visit the jazz website to sign up for your audition time and download audition materials (available July 1st).
Professor Paul Krueger, Director of Jazz Studies, is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Studio Placement Auditions - Voice
1:00 p.m.Sep
25
1:00–4:30 p.m.
Auditions required for BMME Choral, BM Voice, BA/BS Applied Study: Voice, MM Voice, MM Choral Conducting, DMA Voice and all voice scholarship recipients.
Instructions:
- Click the sign-up link above.
- On the page The Jury System, select Booking -> Book a Time (you must be logged in with your UO duck id to proceed).
- Fill out the form labeled Jury Booking for the voice studio placements on Friday September 25 in Beall Hall.
- Complete the process by clicking "Submit"
Please plan to present one (1) selection. It can be one of the pieces you sang for your SOMD audition, or something new. Here are some general guidelines:
UNDERGRADUATE: A classical piece in English, Italian, French, Spanish or German. GRADUATE: An art song (Lied, mélodie, etc.), or an aria from an opera or oratorio.
Memorization is required, except for selections from the oratorio repertoire. An accompanist will be provided.
SOMD Undergraduate Exam: Aural Skills Sight Singing
1:00 p.m.Sep
25
1:00–3:00 p.m.
REQUIRED FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS; Optional for freshmen wishing to test out of Aural Skills sequence courses.
To be paired with the written Aural Skills dictation exam. Students will sign up for an individual appointment during the time listed for the sight singing exam portion.
SOMD College Block Party & Welcome Back Celebration
2:00 p.m.Sep
25
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Come check out the UO School of Music & Dance as part of UO's College Block Party! Kick off the year with live performances, meet fellow students, and discover the many ways to get involved in music and dance at UO.
Whether you're new to campus or returning for another year, this is a great opportunity to connect with the SOMD community and learn about student organizations, ensembles, clubs, and involvement opportunities.
Bring a blanket, relax in the SOMD Outdoor Amphitheater, enjoy free snacks, and chat with representatives from music and dance student organizations about ways to get involved.
All students are welcome!
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Oboe
2:00 p.m.Sep
25
2:00–3:10 p.m.
Auditions for the 2026-27 academic year are open to students from all majors. Personnel for the various orchestras, bands, and wind ensembles will be formed from these auditions. Participation in the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Symphonic Band requires in-person auditions. Participation in Campus Band and Campus Orchestra does not require an audition.
Please visit the ensemble website for audition information, including excerpts (available August 1st) and sign-ups.
Dr. Dennis Llinas is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Cello and Classical Bass
noonSep
26
noon
Ensemble auditions for the 2026-27 academic year are open to students from all majors. Personnel for the various orchestras, bands, and wind ensembles will be formed from these auditions. Participation in the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Symphonic Band requires in-person auditions. Participation in Campus Band and Campus Orchestra does not require an audition.
Please visit the ensemble website for audition information, including excerpts (available August 1st) and sign-ups.
Dr. Jacobs is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Select Choirs
noonSep
27
noon
Auditions in the Fall of 2026 for Chamber Choir, University Singers, and Repertiore Singers will take place over three days during the Week of Welcome (9.24, 9.25, and 9.27), and during the first three days of fall term. All UO students, no matter their major, are welcome in any of our choirs. We have choirs appropriate for all experience levels, from people who have sung in a choir for many years, to people who would like to join a choir for the first time.
Interested students need only sign up for one time slot.
If you are interested in auditioning for choir but are unable to sign up for a Week of Welcome audition, please come to the first day of whichever choir(s) you are interested in joining and we will arrange an audition at that time. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Paul at info@uoregon.College.
Please note that Chamber Choir (M/W 2:00 PM-2:50 PM & T/TH 12:00 PM-1:20 PM) and University Singers (MWF 11:00 AM-11:50 AM) audition in the Fall only, and require a one-year commitment. (University Singers will audition new members mid-year if openings are avaialble. Please contact Dr. Melissa Brunkan at info@uoregon.College for any inquiries.
Repertoire Singers (T/TH 3:00 PM-3:50 PM) will accept new members each term. If you miss Fall auditions for Repertoire Singers and would like to join in Winter or Spring terms, please contact Dr. Sharon J. Paul at info@uoregon.College to arrange a brief audition.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Please have one song prepared – it can be an art song, aria, folk song, or musical theater piece. A pianist will be provided for you. You will also be asked to perform brief exercises that assess your range, aural skills, and music literacy level.
FIRST DAY OF EACH CHOIR
Chamber Choir: Monday, September 28: 2:00 PM-2:50 PM, Frohnmayer Music Building Room 163 Repertoire Singers: Tuesday, Septemner 29: 3:00 PM-3:50 PM, Frohnmayer Music Building Room 163 University Singers: Monday, September 28: 11:00 AM-11:50 AM, Frohnmayer Music Building Room 163
QUESTIONS
Dr. Sharon J. Paul at info@uoregon.College for questions about Chamber Choir or Repertoire Singers Dr. Melissa Brunkan at info@uoregon.College for questions about University Singers If you have general questions about the choirs, please feel free to contact either of us!
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Violin and Viola
1:00 p.m.Sep
27
1:00–5:00 p.m.
Ensemble auditions for the 2026-27 academic year are open to students from all majors. Personnel for the various orchestras, bands, and wind ensembles will be formed from these auditions. Participation in the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Symphonic Band requires in-person auditions. Participation in Campus Band and Campus Orchestra does not require an audition.
Please visit the ensemble website for audition information, including excerpts (available August 1st) and sign-ups.
Dr. Jacobs is your contact for questions, info@uoregon.College
SOMD Ensemble Auditions - Select Choirs
3:10 p.m.Sep
28
3:10–5:30 p.m.
Auditions in the Fall of 2026 for Chamber Choir, University Singers, and Repertiore Singers will take place over three days during the Week of Welcome (9.24, 9.25, and 9.27), and during the first three days of fall term. All UO students, no matter their major, are welcome in any of our choirs. We have choirs appropriate for all experience levels, from people who have sung in a choir for many years, to people who would like to join a choir for the first time.
Interested students need only sign up for one time slot.
If you are interested in auditioning for choir but are unable to sign up for a Week of Welcome audition, please come to the first day of whichever choir(s) you are interested in joining and we will arrange an audition at that time. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Paul at info@uoregon.College.
Please note that Chamber Choir (M/W 2:00 PM-2:50 PM and T/TH 12:00 PM-1:20 PM) and University Singers (MWF 11:00 AM-11:50 AM) audition in the fall only, and require a one-year commitment. (University Singers will audition new members mid-year if openings are avaialble. Please contact Dr. Melissa Brunkan at info@uoregon.College for any inquiries.
Repertoire Singers (T/TH 3:00 PM-3:50 PM) will accept new members each term. If you miss fall auditions for Repertoire Singers and would like to join in winter or spring terms, please contact Dr. Sharon J. Paul at info@uoregon.College to arrange a brief audition.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Please have one song prepared – it can be an art song, aria, folk song, or musical theater piece. A pianist will be provided for you. You will also be asked to perform brief exercises that assess your range, aural skills, and music literacy level.
FIRST DAY OF EACH CHOIR
Chamber Choir: Monday, September 28: 2:00 PM-2:50 PM, Frohnmayer Music Building Room 163 Repertoire Singers: Tuesday, Septemner 29: 3:00 PM-3:50 PM, Frohnmayer Music Building Room 163 University Singers: Monday, September 28: 11:00 AM-11:50 AM, Frohnmayer Music Building Room 163
QUESTIONS
Dr. Sharon J. Paul at info@uoregon.College for questions about Chamber Choir or Repertoire Singers Dr. Melissa Brunkan at info@uoregon.College for questions about University Singers If you have general questions about the choirs, please feel free to contact either of us!