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Applied Performance - Instrumental

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Transfer In Friendly

Program Recognition

Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Training

Performance-focused degree emphasizing technique, repertoire, pedagogy, and applied performance on your primary instrument

Private instruction every semester through the senior year, building to a senior recital

Mix of private lessons, large and small ensembles, solo performances, and academic music coursework

Performance & Productions

Over 20 ensembles including Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Jazz, Mariachi, Marching Band, and various string and chamber ensembles

Every large-ensemble member (Ram Band, Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble) receives a participation award regardless of major

Professional Development

90%+ immediate job placement rate for music graduates over the last decade

Graduates pursue careers as performing musicians, ensemble directors, and college faculty, with a strong pathway to graduate study in performance

School Info

Snapshot

3.70

Avg GPA (W)

83%

Admit Rate

school-wide

44%

Grad Rate

5.6K

Enrollment

$50K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$9,664

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$22,504

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$28,680

Before aid

Average Net Price

$15,091

After aid

Costs Of Attendance · angelo.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 25, 7:08 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Training

Performance-focused degree emphasizing technique, repertoire, pedagogy, and applied performance on your primary instrument

Private instruction every semester through the senior year, building to a senior recital

Mix of private lessons, large and small ensembles, solo performances, and academic music coursework

Performance & Productions

Over 20 ensembles including Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Jazz, Mariachi, Marching Band, and various string and chamber ensembles

Every large-ensemble member (Ram Band, Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble) receives a participation award regardless of major

Professional Development

90%+ immediate job placement rate for music graduates over the last decade

Graduates pursue careers as performing musicians, ensemble directors, and college faculty, with a strong pathway to graduate study in performance

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Training

Performance-focused degree emphasizing technique, repertoire, pedagogy, and applied performance on your primary instrument

Private instruction every semester through the senior year, building to a senior recital

Mix of private lessons, large and small ensembles, solo performances, and academic music coursework

Performance & Productions

Over 20 ensembles including Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Jazz, Mariachi, Marching Band, and various string and chamber ensembles

Every large-ensemble member (Ram Band, Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble) receives a participation award regardless of major

Professional Development

90%+ immediate job placement rate for music graduates over the last decade

Graduates pursue careers as performing musicians, ensemble directors, and college faculty, with a strong pathway to graduate study in performance

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

ApplyTexas Common App

Fee

$50

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Deadline

General Scholarship PriorityJan 15, 2027

Distinguished Scholarship PriorityApr 1, 2027

Regular DecisionRolling

First Time Students · angelo.edu

Audition Requirements

Repertoire List

Audition pieces are drawn from the current Texas UIL Prescribed Music List (PML); non-PML works may be approved by the audition chair in advance

Piano repertoire: one memorized composition from the PML, any grade

Strings repertoire (violin, viola, cello, double bass): two contrasting PML compositions, one from grade one and one from grade two or higher

Woodwind repertoire: two grade one PML compositions in contrasting styles, or one grade one multi-movement work

Brass repertoire: two grade one PML compositions in contrasting styles, or one grade one multi-movement work

Percussion repertoire: one snare drum, one timpani, and one keyboard composition from grade one, plus drum set demonstrating basic rock, Latin, and swing feels

Scales & Technique

Piano: white-key major scales, hands together, one octave, eighth-notes at quarter = 90

Strings: a two- or three-octave scale of your choice with its major/minor arpeggios

Woodwinds and brass: major and minor scales plus the chromatic scale

Percussion: major scales on keyboard, two octaves, eighth-notes at quarter = 104

Sight-read after scales; percussionists sight-read on snare drum, keyboard, and timpani

Accompaniment

A staff accompanist is available at no charge, or you may bring your own; you only need to provide a copy of your music if you need the school accompanist

23961 Asu Music Audition Requirementspdf · angelo.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply through Common App or ApplyTexas for university admission

Audition and acceptance into the music program are required in addition to university admission

Transfer students complete regular university admission plus the music audition, and take music theory and aural skills placement exams (transcripts required before full acceptance and placement)

Admission Pathway

125 credit hours, more intensive than the BA Music at 120 hours

Incoming students with substantial piano background may test out of part of the class piano sequence via the Piano Placement Exam

Admitted students take a music theory diagnostic at the audition for course placement only, not admission

Contact

Department of Visual and Performing Arts: 325-942-2085

Email: vpa@angelo.edu

Applied faculty by area — Flute: Dr. Constance Kelley; Clarinet/Saxophone: Dr. Timothy Bonenfant; Trumpet/Horn: Dr. John Irish; Trombone/Euphonium/Tuba: Dr. JD Handshoe; Percussion: Dr. Trent Shuey; Strings: Dr. Fagner Rocha; Piano: Dr. Steven Keniston

Transfer Pathway

Transfer applicants audition under the same process as first-year applicants, then complete music theory and aural-skills placement exams; prior coursework transcripts determine full acceptance and placement in this Instrumental curriculum.

Future Students · angelo.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

Complete the Prospective Student Form online to request an audition date

Contact the applied professor for your instrument with questions

Arrive 15-30 minutes early; practice rooms are available for warm-up

The audition takes approximately one hour

Audition Expectations

Perform your prepared repertoire, scales, and sight-reading

Take the Music Theory diagnostic exam

Meet with current students and faculty

Optional guided tour of facilities

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

Performing Arts Scholarships for music majors, renewable up to four years

Priority deadline: March 1 (applications after may be considered if funds available)

Ensemble participation awards for Concert Chorale, Ram Band, Symphony Orchestra, and Wind Ensemble members regardless of major

Dedicated Piano and Jazz Band scholarships available

FAME (Friends of Art and Music Education) scholarships available

Incoming freshmen and transfer scholarship applications due June 1

School Info

Snapshot

3.70

Avg GPA (W)

83%

Admit Rate

school-wide

44%

Grad Rate

5.6K

Enrollment

$50K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$9,664

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$22,504

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$28,680

Before aid

Average Net Price

$15,091

After aid

Costs Of Attendance · angelo.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Training

Performance-focused degree emphasizing technique, repertoire, pedagogy, and applied performance on your primary instrument

Private instruction every semester through the senior year, building to a senior recital

Mix of private lessons, large and small ensembles, solo performances, and academic music coursework

Performance & Productions

Over 20 ensembles including Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Jazz, Mariachi, Marching Band, and various string and chamber ensembles

Every large-ensemble member (Ram Band, Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble) receives a participation award regardless of major

Professional Development

90%+ immediate job placement rate for music graduates over the last decade

Graduates pursue careers as performing musicians, ensemble directors, and college faculty, with a strong pathway to graduate study in performance

Updated Aug 25, 7:08 PM