High School Workshops
CHOIRS - High School District Choir Audition Workshop
These free workshops are designed to prepare students technically and mentally for choir district auditions. Students will receive valuable feedback, tips, and ideas from FHSU vocal faculty. Discover new ways to prepare so you can audition with confidence!
Fall 2023 Workshop: Wednesday, October 11 from 10 a.m. -1:30 p.m. Register online or call (785) 628-4533.
Schedule:
9:30 a.m. - arrive at FHSU
10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - workshop
12:30 p.m. - lunch provided
1:00 p.m. - brief performance by the Fort Hays Singers
1:30 p.m. - departure
BANDS - High School District Band Audition Workshops
Work one-on-one with FHSU woodwind, brass, and percussion faculty to prepare your audition for district band. Get feedback, audition tips, and musical coaching to be at your best!
To set up a time, contact:
Clarinet or Saxophone: Kristin Pisano, (785) 628-4249
Flute: Hilary Shepard, (785) 628-5363
Horn: Renetta Dawson, (785) 628-5360
Low Brass (baritone/euphonium, trombone, tuba): Peter Lillpopp, (785) 628-5353
Percussion: Ryan Pearson, (785) 628-5328
Trumpet: Brad Dawson, (785) 628-4486
Regional/State Solo and Small Ensembles Workshops
We offer two workshops for students preparing performances for Kansas Solo and Small Ensembles Festival. Work one on one with FHSU faculty as you prepare for your performance. You'll get tips on managing performance anxiety, improving technique, and musical presentation. Sign up early - spaces are limited!
High School/Community College Theatre Portfolio Preparation Workshop
This free workshop is designed to prepare students for theatrical design and tech interviews and critiques. Students will receive valuable feedback, tips, and ideas from FHSU design and production faculty. You'll discover new ways of prepare for interviews so you can present your portfolio with confidence.
The next workshop will be offered Fall 2023.