Mini Music Clinics

A one-day experience

 Students in grades 9–12 are invited to join us on the UW–Madison campus for a challenging, fast-paced day of musical growth and connection. Designed to supplement students’ school, community or individual music experience, Mini Music Clinics serve to enhance music education through large and small group instruction from UW–Madison faculty and graduate students. High schoolers will build connections with the UW–Madison campus and their fellow musicians and perform in a final concert at the end of the day.

Auditions

Band and Orchestra Clinic only
Students will audition to be part of the clinic as part of registration. The audition process will mirror that of the student experience at UW-Madison (prepared solo-see below). Please submit a separate entry for each instrument. Students participating in both sessions may substitute one recording if it is on the same instrument.

Students are asked to submit an audio and/or video recording of a solo or etude that demonstrates musicianship and technical facility through contrasting tempos and styles (no more than two minutes; no accompanist necessary; all genres and styles welcome). Percussionists should prepare one solo/etude of their choosing which can include mallet instruments (vibes, xylophone, or marimba); timpani; and/or snare drum.

Submission ideas:

• Make a new recording of yourself
• Use a video of a recent performance or project

Students will be asked to submit video/audio recordings by uploading their materials into a provided link. Auditions will be due by:
Band – October 27, 2023
Orchestra – January 15, 2024

Early submissions are strongly encouraged! If you are not able to submit a video/audio audition for any access reason, the program will create a system that works for you.

The goal of the audition is to provide the experience of the audition as a precollege program and give feedback. Written feedback will be provided at the program. Music teacher/instructor recommendations are not required.

Teacher Retreat (Band Clinic Only)

All educators (pre-service, current, retired) are invited to spend the day on campus with or without your students for a rejuvinating retreat!

• Work with UW Band Directors in a collaborative conducting and new music reading session
• Observe the Badger Band Clinic and their guest conductor
• Connect socially and professionally
• Attend the concert
• Enjoy classes taught by other Mead Witter School of Music Faculty that directly relate to your teaching and needs!