Scales
Play concert B♭ major and concert E♭ major, both in one recording.
How Mr. Breen wants it played
Listen back first. You can record this as many times as you like — nothing goes to Mr. Breen until you press Send audition.
Capitol Hill Jazz Band
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Audition submission 2026–27
Record three short takes on your phone or iPad, one page each. Everything is due Sunday, October 4.
Take as many tries as you want. You'll be able to hear every take before you keep it, and nothing goes to Mr. Breen until you press Send audition on the last page.
- Sunday, October 4Recordings due
- Oct 7Roster decided, everyone hears back
- Oct 14First rehearsal, Wednesdays 4:00–5:15
Who is playing
Pick alto or tenor specifically — they play different etudes.
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Step 3 of 5
Etude
Play the etude written for your instrument. Your music is below, and the record buttons stay at the bottom of the screen while you read it.
How Mr. Breen wants it played
Choose your instrument on the first page and your music will show up right here.
Listen back first. You can record this as many times as you like — nothing goes to Mr. Breen until you press Send audition.
Step 4 of 5
Blues and improvisationOptional
Play along with a blues backing track and take a solo. Skipping this will not keep you out of the band, but Mr. Breen likes hearing it.
How Mr. Breen wants it played
Listen back first. You can record this as many times as you like — nothing goes to Mr. Breen until you press Send audition.
Step 5 of 5
Parent or guardian
Mr. Breen will email his decision here.