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Angelo State University

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlyEC-12Teacher Cert

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With Cert - Instrumental/Piano

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlyEC-12Teacher Cert

Program Recognition

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

Training

Prepares instrumentalists and pianists for All-Level (PK-12) Texas music teacher certification

Combines applied instrumental study, conducting, music education methods, and supervised teaching

Large-ensemble experience including Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Marching Band

Professional Development

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

Graduates pursue careers as public-school band, orchestra, and general music directors across Texas

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.70

Admit rate

83%

school-wide

Grad rate

44%

Enrollment

5.6K

Earnings

$50K

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 5d ago

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

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

Training

Prepares instrumentalists and pianists for All-Level (PK-12) Texas music teacher certification

Combines applied instrumental study, conducting, music education methods, and supervised teaching

Large-ensemble experience including Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Marching Band

Professional Development

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

Graduates pursue careers as public-school band, orchestra, and general music directors across Texas

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

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

Training

Prepares instrumentalists and pianists for All-Level (PK-12) Texas music teacher certification

Combines applied instrumental study, conducting, music education methods, and supervised teaching

Large-ensemble experience including Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Marching Band

Professional Development

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

Graduates pursue careers as public-school band, orchestra, and general music directors across Texas

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: two memorized contrasting PML compositions, one from any grade and one from grade two or higher

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

Woodwind repertoire: two contrasting PML compositions, one from any grade and one from grade two or higher, or one solo grade two or higher and one contrasting All-Region etude

Brass repertoire: two contrasting PML compositions, one from any grade and one from grade two or higher, or one solo grade two or higher and one contrasting All-Region etude

Percussion repertoire: one snare drum, one timpani, and one keyboard composition from grade two or higher; drum set is strongly encouraged

Scales & Technique

Piano: white-key major and minor scales, hands together, two octaves, eighth-notes at quarter = 108

Strings: a two- or three-octave scale of your choice; double bass may use a one- or two-octave scale

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

Percussion: major scales on keyboard, two octaves, eighth-notes at quarter = 90

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

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)

Teacher Certification Pathway

125 credit hours; prepares students for All-Level (PK-12) Texas music teacher certification

Students must be admitted to the Teacher Education Program before enrolling in senior-level education courses

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

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/Piano 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

Avg GPA (W)

3.70

Admit rate

83%

school-wide

Grad rate

44%

Enrollment

5.6K

Earnings

$50K

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

Prepares instrumentalists and pianists for All-Level (PK-12) Texas music teacher certification

Combines applied instrumental study, conducting, music education methods, and supervised teaching

Large-ensemble experience including Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Marching Band

Professional Development

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

Graduates pursue careers as public-school band, orchestra, and general music directors across Texas

Updated 5d ago