Ensembles at USD
The USD Music Department encourages all students to make music part of their lives at USD and offers a diverse range of performance ensemble experiences.
Ensembles, Choirs and Choral Scholars







Though in existence in various forms and times throughout the university’s history, 2015 marks the first-ever formalized band program for USD. With support across campus from Athletics, the Provost’s Office and the College of Arts and Sciences, a new full-time faculty member and commitment to resources is paving the way like never before for an exciting new addition to the Music Department, and campus community!

How to Audition
Music Majors: An audition is not required to become a music major, but is required to qualify for some scholarships and to select the performance emphasis within the music major with emphasis (this is normally done at the end of the first year of study). Incoming students interested in applying for the Music Endowment Scholarship or other scholarships must complete the audition requirement by early spring of each year. Please contact Jeff Malecki, DMA, at (619) 260-2828 or via email at jmalecki@sandiego.edu for an appointment for an on-campus audition.
Music Minors: An audition is not required to become a music minor.
Ensembles: Except for the Concert Choir and the Gamelan Ensemble, an audition is required for all music ensembles. Students interested in joining the Concert Choir or Gamelan Ensemble may enroll without an audition.
Choral Scholars: Students interested in auditioning for the Choral Scholars may contact Emilie Amrein, DMA, at amrein@sandiego.edu. For more information, please visit Choral Scholars.
Chamber Music Ensembles: Students interested in joining Chamber Music Ensembles must audition every semester. To sign up, please contact Angela Yeung, PhD, for an appointment. You may audition anytime during the summer until the first day of class in the fall.
Jazz Ensemble: Students interested in joining the Jazz Ensemble may contact Justin Grinnel, director of the USD Jazz Ensemble, via email at justingrinnell@sandiego.edu. For more information, please visit Jazz Ensemble.
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