Student Audition Quick Checklist
A clear, step-by-step checklist to help students prepare for auditions with confidence for audition day readiness. Download PDF version of...
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For more than 25 years, Dr. John Seybert has dedicated his career to helping students grow as musicians and as people. As a former university professor, director of bands, adjudicator, clinician, and curriculum specialist, he brings a uniquely balanced approach to teaching, blending strong fundamentals with encouragement, curiosity, and real-world preparation. His students know him as someone who listens, supports, challenges, and believes deeply in their potential.
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Former Student
Dr. Seybert pushed us to arrive prepared, committed, and ready to give our best. That expectation helped me realize I was capable of more than I thought, a lesson I now pass on to my own students.
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The Musician’s Audition Preparation Guide
A practical, step-by-step guide to help student musicians prepare confidently and perform at their best during auditions. Download PDF version...
Supporting Your Child’s Audition Success: A Parent Companion Guide
A practical, supportive guide to help parents confidently navigate audition prep before, during, and after performance day. Download PDF version...
A Clear Starting Point for Every Student Musician
Whether you are a parent supporting your child’s first audition, a new student learning to prepare with confidence, or an experienced musician refining your approach, this checklist offers a clear, practical framework for success.
Designed for wind players at every level, this resource outlines what matters most before an audition—while emphasizing that no two students prepare the same way. Each checklist is meant to be adapted to the individual musician’s instrument, experience, and goals.
This is not a one-size-fits-all formula. It is a thoughtful starting point—best used alongside personalized instruction and guidance.
Liam M.
Former Student