2024 INFINITY & INFINITY 2 FRONT

INFORMATION PACKET
Thank you for your interest in auditioning for the 2024 INFINITY front ensembles aka the INFINIFRONT!
For those intending to audition for our 2 world class ensembles, INFINITY and INFINITY 2, this
informational packet outlines the contents you are expected to prepare for the upcoming auditions as well
as how individuals will be evaluated. For those who are signing up for the clinic or are intending to
audition for our open class front ensemble, INFINITY 3, you will find your prepared content in the “2024
INFINITY 3 Front & CLINIC Information Packet”.

Table of Contents
● Audition Materials
● Resource Materials
● Audition Process
● FAQs

Audition Materials
The Audition Materials for INFINITY and INFINITY 2’s front ensembles will be found in the “Audition
Warmups” and “Prepared Pieces” folders. All Audition Materials begin with a page of important
information to read before preparing the materials.

Audition Warmups
● Starlight
● Spatial Awareness
● M&M

Prepared Pieces
● Show Excerpt
● Audition Etude

Resource Materials
Infinifront Technique Packet
The Infinifront Technique Packet is a great resource to help understand the technical approach we use
with the mallet players at INFINITY Percussion. It is expected that you read and refer to this packet
throughout your audition preparation.

Skill Builders
These skill builders are some of many fundamental exercises/warmups that we use to isolate basic skills
needed to perform in the INFINIFRONT. Everyone, regardless of what ensemble you sign up for, should
be able to play and reference these skill builders.
*Note: These skill builders are made to isolate mallet skill sets. The rhythm section members should
follow the phrasing to support the written mallet parts. An example of how the phrasing works is written
out in Timmy Timer.*
● FMH
● LATS
● LIRO
● Timmy Timer

AUDITION PROCESS
The day begins with all 3 ensembles meeting with the staff to talk through the day. Those who are
auditioning for INFINITY/INFINITY 2 will audition together outside in the courtyard. Those who initially
chose to sign up for the INFINITY 3 clinic/audition will move to another location on campus to start their
process.
● For the first block, those who are auditioning for our world class front ensembles will be
assessed through the “Audition Warmups” in a group setting. Your preparation and execution of
this portion of the audition will determine if you will continue to audition for INFINITY/INFINITY 2,
or be asked to audition for INFINITY 3 in the second block. Those who are asked to audition for
INFINITY 3 will be assessed using the skill builders.
● For the second block, those who are asked to continue to audition for our world class
ensembles will be assessed through the “Prepared pieces” in a group setting. Those who are
participating in the INFINITY 3 clinic/audition will continue to work through the skill builders.
*NOTE: all information from here on out only apply to those who chose to audition for our world class
ensembles INFINITY and INFINITY 2. All information for the INFINITY 3 auditions as well as our clinic
can be found in the “2024 INFINITY 3 Front & CLINIC Information Packet”*

We will also be assessing select rhythm section members through individual auditions. This will be an
opportunity for you to show off your individual abilities, talents as well as answer some interview
questions from the staff in a 5-10 minute individual audition.
*NOTE: mallet players will not be asked to prepare any materials outside of this packet, nor will they be
asked to play in an individual audition.*
● Drum set players will be asked to demonstrate different styles of grooves.
● Bass guitar and guitar players should prepare an individual piece of their choice as well as be
prepared to demonstrate different styles of grooves.
● Synth players should prepare an individual piece of their choice as well as be assessed on
knowledge/experience with Mainstage.
●
FAQs
What is expected from ALL prepared music?
1. You prepared what was on the page CORRECTLY. Notes, rhythms and dynamics
2. You demonstrate fundamental musician skills.
● Play to the source of time. Practice with a metronome.
● Play the dynamics that balance with the rest of the ensemble.
● Play with a consistent articulation and tone in the correct zones of the instrument(s).
● Be able to communicate with other musicians while playing.

What is expected beyond the music?

 1. Use your resources
● Listen and then follow instructions
● Be aware of what is being asked of you in the moment.
2. Be a team player
● Assist with logistics when you see an opportunity.
● Share the rehearsal space with everyone. This is not a solo competition.
3. Character
● You are always showing us what you are capable of. Your ability to handle adversity,
respect others and the time we have together will be reflected through your character.

Do I need to bring any Equipment?

● Bass guitar and Electric guitar players should bring your own amps, instruments and pedals to
the auditions as we will NOT provide them.
● Drum Set players will have a Tama drum set provided (snare, 2 toms, floor toms, kick, ride,
crash, hi-hat, splash, china, zil-bell). If you would like to bring your own sticks, a double bass
pedal, drum set throne or any accessories instruments of your own feel free to do so.
● Timpani players will have a 4 drum Bergerault set for auditions (32”, 29”, 26”, 23”). We will have
timpani mallets and a timpani throne available for you to use. If you would prefer to use your own
equipment feel free to do so.
● Mallet, Synth, and Rack players will have all equipment provided.

More questions?
If you have any questions regarding the packet materials or the audition process for INFINITY/INFINITY 2
you can reach out to either:
● Mitchell Beckman - INFINITY/INFINITY 2 front ensemble arranger/caption head
mitchell.beckman@infinitypercussion.org
● Matt Albano - INFINITY front ensemble co-arranger/coordinator
matt.albano@infinitypercussion.org
● Tara McGurk - INFINITY 2 front ensemble coordinator
mcgurktara@gmail.com