PIANO VACANCY
The United States Naval Academy Band is seeking a versatile pianist to perform in commercial, jazz,
and classical styles. Auditions will be held on Monday, July 18, 2016.
The audition committee reserves the right to dismiss any candidate not meeting the highest
professional standards. To be considered for an audition, applicants will submit a one-page resume
by July 1, 2016 to MU1 Emily Madsen at madsen@usna.edu. Additional materials are not necessary
and will not be viewed. All travel arrangements and expenses are the responsibility of the
candidate. Active duty musicians from all branches of the U.S. military must also send a letter of
endorsement from their Commanding Officer granting them permission to audition for the Naval
Academy Band.
In order to accept a position with the Naval Academy Band, the audition winner must also qualify
for enlistment in the United States Navy and successfully complete Recruit Training. A minimum of
a four-year enlistment is required. The Navy has strict height and weight requirements.
For more information, please contact
MU1 Emily Madsen at madsen@usna.edu, or visit us on the Web at
https://usna.edu/USNABand
PIANO AUDITION REQUIREMENTS – JULY 18, 2016
SUBMIT RESUME BY JULY 1, 2016
PREPARED MATERIAL:
1. Classical solo/etude of Candidate’s choice.
2. Emily: Mandel and Mercer
3. Litha: Chick Corea
4. Just Friends: Be able to play in all keys.
5. Con Alma: arr. Mossman - Read part, 54 to end
6. Sailor’s Song: Edvard Greig
7. Medley of conservative solo piano dinner music: Include the following two selections and others of your
choice:
Nancy with the Laughing Face: Jimmy Van Heusen
Norwegian Wood: Lennon and McCartney
8. Sweet Home Alabama: Lynyrd Skynyrd, play exactly as recorded.
9. Ballad: Candidate’s choice. Please provide lead sheets.
10. Chromazone - Mike Stern, play the melody with sax until letter E, then continue as a rhythm section
player
11. Optional: Original arrangement to be played with jazz combo. Please provide in advance.
SIGHT READING