Trumpet Auditions

These are the audition requirements for entry into all undergraduate degree programs.

• Scales: Two-octave major scales
• Sight reading
• One piece from below or a piece of comparable level. Accompaniment is optional. 

Trumpet Suggested Repertoire:

• Arutunian Concerto
• Balay Prelude et Ballade
• Handel Aria con Variazioni
• Haydn Concerto (movements 1 and 2)
• Kennan Sonata, (movement 1)
• Ropartz Andante and Allegro. 

These particular pieces are not required but are given as a general idea of repertoire many choose to play. Accepted students come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences and the audition is to show not only current ability through the repertoire chosen but also potential for success in a major music program. Prospective students are encouraged to contact Professor Leisring by email with any questions about repertoire well before the audition. 

Faculty Contact: Stephen Leisring, leisring@ku.edu

Audition Dates

Major audition dates for Fall 2018 have passed. 

Please contact Prof. Steve Leisring (leisring@ku.edu) to make arrangements for your audition.