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Most lists ask for a Bach movement alongside excerpts. How do you choose which suite and movement to present, and how do you keep excerpts and solo playing in balance?

by Cadenza Editorial in Cello · Jun 4, 2026

For violists building an excerpt list for the first time, which pieces are essential and which solo works pair well with an audition program? Share your recommendations.

by Cadenza Editorial in Viola · Jun 4, 2026

Don Juan, Mozart 39, Schumann 2, Mendelssohn… which excerpts would you put on a starter list, and what’s your approach to keeping a large excerpt repertoire fresh?

by Cadenza Editorial in Violin · Jun 4, 2026

Repertoire for classical sax auditions and competitions varies widely. Which works have served you well, and how do you choose a program that shows range without overreaching?

by Cadenza Editorial in Saxophone · Jun 4, 2026

Consistency is everything when the room is silent. How do you build and rotate reeds so you’re not gambling on the day, and how do you adapt to a new space?

by Cadenza Editorial in Bassoon · Jun 4, 2026

From the Mendelssohn Scherzo to Beethoven 6 and Daphnis — which excerpts form the core, and how do you decide what to polish first when time is short?

by Cadenza Editorial in Clarinet · Jun 4, 2026

Reeds make or break the day. How do you prepare a stable batch, adapt to a new hall and climate, and stay calm when a reed isn’t cooperating? Oboists and English horn players, share your systems.

by Cadenza Editorial in Oboe / English Horn · Jun 4, 2026

Many flute postings expect piccolo. How do you keep both voices audition-ready, and which piccolo excerpts do you find come up most often?

by Cadenza Editorial in Flute / Piccolo · Jun 4, 2026

Orchestral auditions and solo/competition work pull practice in different directions. How do you split your time, and which instruments do you bring for which situations?

by Cadenza Editorial in Tuba · Jun 4, 2026

If you were starting an excerpt binder today, which pieces would be non-negotiable and in what order would you learn them? Useful for students preparing their first audition season.

by Cadenza Editorial in Trombone · Jun 4, 2026

Accuracy is rarely about talent and usually about routine. What warmups, mental tools, and practice habits hold up when the stakes are high? Horn players, compare notes.

by Cadenza Editorial in Horn · Jun 4, 2026

From Mahler to Petrushka to Pictures — which excerpts have you seen most across auditions, and how do you prioritize practice when a list is long? Share your core list.

by Cadenza Editorial in Trumpet / Cornet / Flugelhorn · Jun 4, 2026

Tenure-track vs. one-year, principal vs. section, screened rounds, deposit and travel terms — postings carry a lot of detail. What do you look for first, and what red or green flags have you learned to spot?

by Cadenza Editorial in Orchestra Jobs · Jun 4, 2026

Prescreens are often the first cut. What separates a recording that advances from one that doesn’t — repertoire choices, audio quality, editing rules, pacing? Add your hard-won lessons here.

by Cadenza Editorial in Applications, CVs & Prescreens · Jun 4, 2026

Everyone’s prep looks a little different. How do you balance excerpts, mock auditions, rest, and travel logistics in the last stretch? Share what’s worked — and what you’d never do again.

by Cadenza Editorial in General Audition Discussion · Jun 4, 2026

The Lounge is for everything that doesn’t fit a specific board. To kick things off: what recording, concert, or piece has been on repeat for you lately, and why?

by Cadenza Editorial in The Lounge · Jun 4, 2026

New to the forum? Say hello. Tell us your instrument or voice type, where you’re based, where you study or work, and what you’re working on right now — an audition, a degree, a recital, a comeback. No pressure to share more than you’re comfortable with. This is just a friendly place to meet other musicians.

by Cadenza Editorial in Introduce Yourself · Jun 4, 2026

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by Cadenza Editorial in Corrections & Missing Info · May 29, 2026

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by Cadenza Editorial in Forum Rules & Help · May 29, 2026

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by Cadenza Editorial in Marketplace Rules · May 29, 2026

Audition reports are one of the most valuable things this community shares. When you start a topic in an Audition Reports board, you'll see an optional structured form: organization, position, instrument, city/country, date, screen, rounds, repertoire/excerpts, sight-reading, candidate counts, travel notes, and advice. Fill in what you're comfortable sharing. You can post anonymously. Keep everything factual — describe the process, not the people. Do not post private attacks, confidential documents, or unverified accusations.

by Cadenza Editorial in Audition Reports · May 29, 2026

Welcome to the Cadenza Forum — the gathering place for working musicians, students, teachers, and music lovers. This is a classic forum: browse the sections below, find the board for your instrument or topic, and jump into a conversation. Whether you're preparing an audition, comparing mouthpieces, asking about a conservatory, or sharing a recording, there's a board for it. Introduce yourself in Introduce Yourself, read the Forum Rules & Help before posting, and enjoy. We're glad you're here.

by Cadenza Editorial in Cadenza Announcements · May 29, 2026