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There are TWO ways to audition for QYWE 

Video Audition


To submit a video audition, 
please choose one of the following two options:

1) Upload your video to a Google drive that you create and send an invitation link in an email to qywe.info@gmail.com.

OR

2) Create a YouTube channel that is unpublished and send an invitation link in an email to qywe.info@gmail.com.

A video audition can be submitted at any time.


Live Audition

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​Live auditions are now being scheduled by appointment 
at Lower Canada College.

Please contact us at qywe.info@gmail.com 
to set up an audition time.  

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Audition Requirements


  • Two (2) contrasting pieces/excerpts, one that demonstrates technical capabilities and another tone and lyricism. Please be sure to bring one extra copy for the adjudicators!
  • Sight-reading to be completed at the audition
  • Percussionists: Three (3) contrasting excerpts/pieces, one on snare drum, another on a keyboard instrument (xylophone or marimba) and the third on timpani.​

Audition FAQs

On Audition Day

  • Your audition time and confirmation of location will be communicated via email.
  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled audition. A warm-up room will be provided for you.
  • Auditions will be no longer than 5 minutes - adjudicators may not hear everything.
  • Be careful to observe the metronome markings, dynamics and style indications where indicated.
  •  Bring an extra copy of your excerpts for the adjudicators.
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • QBA Mandate
    • Executive Council
    • Corporate Sponsors
    • QBA Awards
    • Corporate Members
    • Community Bands
    • Affiliates
  • Become a Member
  • Events
    • Meet & Greet
    • Annual Conference
    • Honour Band
    • National Youth Band
    • McGill Mentoring Sessions
  • QYWE
  • Contact Us
  • Resources
    • Professional Improvement Committee (PIC)