ALBERTA BAND ASSOCIATION
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Audition Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

4Q.  What ages are accepted into the Alberta Jazz Ensemble?
A.  The AJE is open to high school aged (grades 9-12) musicians.

Q.  How many years of experience on an instrument is required?
A.  Students with at least three years of experience on their instrument as well as experience in jazz band may audition.

Q.  How much does it cost to participate?
A.  The registration fee is $275 and includes rehearsals, music, a t-shirt, and one meal.

Q.  Where is the Alberta Jazz Ensemble held?
A.  The 2024 residency will be held October 3-5 at MacEwan University in Edmonton, AB

Q.  Are students accepted by recommendation or audition?
A.  Teachers may recommend their students audition for the ensemble. Ultimate selection will be based on auditions.

Q.  Where can I find the audition requirements?
A.  Right here! See below.
Download the Audition Requirements

Q.  Can students apply themselves to audition?
A.  Yes!!  Students do not need to be recommended by their teacher for the AJE and can audition on their own.

Q.  What are the deadlines?
A.   The deadline to submit audition materials is May 17, 2024. Auditions open April 15th

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15907 100A Ave NW
Edmonton, AB T5P 0L7

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Phone: (780) 800-0482
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Festival Coordinator, Joyce Howdle 
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Operations Manager, Kimberley Denis
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Description of the Organization
    • Purpose, Priorities and Principles
    • Get Involved
    • Contact
  • Membership
    • Member Types
    • Applications and Renewals
  • Resources
    • Advocacy Tools
    • Provincial Syllabus
    • Lending Library
    • Teaching Resources
    • Run For Music
  • Programs
    • ABA Awards
    • Provincial Honour Bands >
      • Alberta Wind Symphony >
        • Nomination Process
        • Selection Procedures
        • Recommended Timeline
        • Frequently Asked Questions
        • Guest Conductor
        • Past Repertoire
      • Alberta Jazz Ensemble >
        • Audition Process
        • Guest Director
        • Frequently Asked Questions
      • Junior Honour Bands >
        • Nomination Process
        • Selection Procedures
        • Timeline
        • Guest Conductors
        • Frequently Asked Questions
        • Accommodations
    • Festival of Bands >
      • Provincial Syllabus
      • Repertoire Lists
      • Registration & Fees
      • Festival Regulations and Operations
      • Schedule
      • Adjudicators
      • Festival Awards
      • Preparing for a Festival
  • Alberta Band Summit
    • Registration
    • Sessions
    • Hotel
  • Connections
    • Affiliates
    • Job Board
    • Mike Achtymichuk Scholarship
    • Professional Development
    • Supporters