Behind the Screen

A Winner's Guide to Preparing Your Next Audition

Ralph Skiano, Greg Skiano, Megan Krone

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Ralph Skiano
22 January 2021

Musical scores, lyrics & libretti; Wind instruments

An inside look at the process that helped Detroit Symphony Principal Clarinetist, Ralph Skiano, achieve success in his own auditions. In this flexible guide, Skiano shows you step-by-step how you can effectively organize your materials and time in order to maximize your potential at your next audition. Learn how to plan your travel to win, how to divide an audition list to practice effectively, what to do in the hotel, how to manage time in the warmup room, how to get feedback, and how to process feedback in the most helpful way. In addition, you'll find plenty of helpful practice suggestions to address fundamental issues like technique, musical expression, and intonation. While there may not be a magical formula for audition preparation that will work for everyone, this book will give you ideas to help you approach your preparation with structure and creativity. A must-have resource for any aspiring orchestral musician!

By: Ralph Skiano
Cover design or artwork by: Greg Skiano
Edited by: Megan Krone
Imprint: Ralph Skiano
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 189mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 227g
ISBN: 9781735285726
ISBN 10: 1735285722
Pages: 88
Publication Date: 22 January 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Ralph Skiano currently serves as Principal Clarinetist of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra after serving in the same position in the Cincinnati Symphony, the Richmond Symphony, and the Des Moines Metro Opera. He has also appeared as guest Principal Clarinetist of the Seattle Symphony and the Cleveland Orchestra. Mr. Skiano has served on the faculty of the Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, and at the Schools of Music at James Madison University and the College of William and Mary. His students currently have positions in several professional military bands and orchestras in this country.