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 The Audition
Author: itsnotmeitsthereed 
Date:   2012-11-03 06:54

http://www.bostonmagazine.com/articles/2012/06/boston-symphony-orchestra-audition/

I read this amazing article and had to share it here. (I'm not sure if it's been posted already, but I couldn't find it easily with a search.)

"Mike Tetreault has spent an entire year preparing obsessively for this moment. He's put in 20-hour workdays, practiced endlessly, and shut down his personal  life. Now the percussionist has 10 minutes to impress a Boston Symphony Orchestra selection committee. A single mistake and it's over.  A flawless performance and he could join one of the world's most renowned orchestras."

Not about a clarinetist, and a bit long (6 pages), but still a fantastic read for anybody who has played classical instruments.

I know there are some very strong players here.

Anybody with experiences similar to this? What might a clarinet audition process/repertoire look like at this level?

Also, what are your takes on what happened to Mike's friend? That was one of the most fascinating aspects of the story. Would they really not give feedback to someone in that situation?

Looking forward to the discussion.

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 Re: The Audition
Author: Tobin 
Date:   2012-11-03 12:19

Hi Itsnotme,

There has been a thread on this already, but more discussion is always welcome.
http://test.woodwind.org/clarinet/BBoard/read.html?f=1&i=373881&t=373881

Did you read the comments to that article? Many wonderful thoughts from other professionals, including Greg Smith (CSO).

James

Gnothi Seauton

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