Bassoon Studio

Studio motto:
Musician,
Bassoonist,
Ambassador

Information for Prospective Students

Year before entering college:

Notify Dr. Maxwell of your interest in music major, minor or other.
Come on campus for a tour and free lesson with Dr. Maxwell.
Read about the Department of Music online at www.k-state.edu/music
Apply to Kansas State University on line at www.k-state.edu
Come to KSU bassoon events such as Double Reed Day, Recitals, and more! Contact Dr. Maxwell for a recent calendar of events and see Department of Music, Events
Plan to audition for scholarship (live audition) in January (Concert Band Clinic), and on Music Award Days - February 13, or March 6, 2010. See Department of Music, Scholarships for recent dates or contact Dr. Maxwell.
Get excited! This will be the beginning of great things to come!

Prepare your music in advance, something that includes both slow and fast passages.
Prepare to play a major scale and do some sight-reading.
Contact the Department of Music, Scholarships and get a time for an audition. Typically they are on special days, but also can be arranged, if needed.

Day of Audition:

Plan to arrive early, find out from Dr. Maxwell where to park and warmup.
Dress for success! (look and sound good)
Bring your GPA, ACT score, and enthusiasm. Scholarships are based on your grades, test scores, playing ability, and attitude.