FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

​​Where can I get more information about Southern Utah University?
​Visit Southern Utah University

How do I get a music scholarship?
​  All future students audition for music scholarships during the Music Entrance and Scholarship Auditions in February and    

​  March.

Do I have to audition in order to become a music major?
   Yes, please contact Dr. Lynn Vartan to schedule an audition. ​
​

What is required to audition for Percussion?
    It is desirable for applicants to play a solo piece in the following categories:

​​

         Mallets: The selection should be chosen for musical content and technical difficulty (two-and-four-mallet work

         is ​desirable). Scales, arpeggios, and sight-reading may be required.​

​​

        Snare Drum: The selection should clearly demonstrate your level of technical ability. Rudiments, including an   ​

        orchestra roll, at all dynamic levels may be required.​

​​

        Timpani: The selection should utilize two or more drums. Rolls with different dynamic levels on different drums ​

        should be demonstrated. Intonation and sight-reading abilities may be tested.​

​

        Drum set and/or ethnic percussion is not required but may be included at the applicant's discretion.

​

When are the Auditions for Percussion?
​        February 23, 2013

        March 2, 2013
        or by appointment

If I can't audition in person can I submit an audition CD or DVD?
  Yes, you may submit an audition CD or DVD for your entrance/scholarship audition. Send the CD/DVD to:

​​

    Dr. Lynn Vartan
    SUU Department of Music
    351 West University Blvd.
    Cedar City, UT 84720
​

Can I take private percussion lessons if I am not a music major?
  Yes, private instruction is available to students on a space available basis; preference is given to those students     

  participating in large ensembles.​