Instrumental Non-MGSA Students
Non-MGSA Wind and Brass Auditions
Fall 2026
Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (students audition as they arrive, no time sign up)
Location: Marryott Music Building, Rooms 115 and 118
Repertoire: Students will be asked to play two short, contrasting selections (approx. 5 minutes total) of their choosing (something technical and something lyrical) in a relaxed meeting format with one of our faculty members in the band department. It can be a solo, etude, excerpt, etc.
Students may direct all questions regarding non-major wind and brass auditions to Dr. Todd Nichols, Director of Bands – toddni@mgsa.rutgers.edu
Non-MGSA Percussion Auditions
Students will follow guidelines set by Area Head Joe Tompkins (percussion). Students should contact the Area Heads for specific information regarding auditions for these instruments.
Professor Joe Tompkins – jtompkins@mgsa.rutgers.edu
Non-MGSA String Auditions
Fall 2026
Auditions are required for all potential participants, including students who have performed with us in the past.
Modality: In person
Date: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Time: 7:30PM
Location: Rehearsal Hall 104 on Douglass Campus
Repertoire: Students can perform one or two solo works that demonstrate their technique, tone, and musicality. Approximately 5 minutes in length.
Result: Students who pass the audition will see their name in the rosters. Please register for the course.
First Rehearsal: Sinfonia rehearsals will begin on Wednesday, September 9.
Sinfonia Rehearsal Schedule: Wednesdays from 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM on Douglass Campus
Sinfonia Rehearsal Location: Nicholas Music Center Stage on Douglass Campus
Sinfonia Performances: 11/8/2026 5:00pm
We ask that Non-MGSA String Players fill this form out as well: