TPSMEA All Orchestra Audition Excerpts 2025-2026
Violin Selection 1
Book: Twenty-Four Studies for the Violin, Op. 37
Editor: Jacques Dont/Galamian
Publisher: IMC
Edition: Int 2378
Etude: 19 – Andante, No. 19, page(s) 30
Tempo: Quarter Note = 50–60
TPSMEA Cut: Released on August 15th, 2025
Violin Selection 2
Book: Rode 24 Caprices for the Violin
Editor: Rode/Galamian
Publisher: International Music Company
Edition: 2066
Etude: No. 6 – Adagio/Moderato, No. 6, page(s) 12-13
Tempo: Adagio: Quarter Note = 46–56/Moderato: Quarter Note = 100-110
TPSMEA Cut: Released on August 15th, 2025
Viola Selection 1
Book: Etudes Speciales, Op. 36, Bk. 1, Vol. 1885
Editor: Mazas (Mogill Edition)
Publisher: Schirmer
Edition: 5026 2570
Etude: Andante, No. 27, page(s) 40-41
Tempo: Quarter Note = 66–76 *Start at Ms. 36 – Dolce/key change
TPSMEA Cut: Released on August 15th, 2025
Viola Selection 2
Book: 16 Fantasy Etudes for Viola
Editor: Fuchs
Publisher: International Music Company
Edition: 2786
Etude: Preludio (Moderato),No. 1 page(s) 2-3
Tempo: Quarter Note = 90-100
TPSMEA Cut: Released on August 15th, 2025
Cello Selection 1
Book: 40 Studies High School of Cello Playing, Op. 73
Editor: Popper (Stutch)
Publisher: International Music Company
Edition: No. 811
Etude: Allegro Scherzando, No. 15, page(s) 32-33
Tempo: Dotted Quarter Note = 92–100
TPSMEA Cut: Released on August 15th, 2025
Cello Selection 2
Book: 170 Foundation Studies for Violoncello, Vol. 3
Editor: Alwin Schroeder
Publisher: Carl Fischer
Edition: CF.O2471
Etude: Andante religioso, No. 166, page(s) 90-92
Tempo: Quarter Note = 60–70
TPSMEA Cut: Released on August 15th, 2025
String Bass Selection 1
Book: 57 Studies, Vol II
Editor: Storch-Hrabe (Zimmermann)
Publisher: International Music Company
Edition: No. 1035
Etude: 3 – Lento & Allegro, No. 3, page(s) 5-6
Tempo: Lento: Quarter Note = 50–56; Allegro: 70-80
TPSMEA Cut: Released on August 15th, 2025
String Bass Selection 2
Book: 57 Studies, Vol I
Editor: Storch-Hrabe (Zimmermann)
Publisher: International Music Company
Edition: No. 1034
Etude: Adagio, No. 29, page(s) 30
Tempo: Quarter note = 60–70
TPSMEA Cut: Released on August 15th, 2025
Announcing 2026 & 2027 TPSMEA All-State Orchestra Clinicians
Dear TPSMEA Orchestra Directors,
We are thrilled to announce the clinicians for the upcoming TPSMEA All-State Orchestra events for 2026 and 2027. Each of these esteemed conductors brings a wealth of experience, artistry, and educational excellence to our organization, and we are confident they will provide meaningful musical experience to our students.
2026 TPSMEA All-State Orchestra Clinician: Michael Isadore
Michael Isadore is an American Prize-winning conductor and clarinetist in Houston, Texas. He serves as Philharmonia Conductor for the Houston Youth Symphony, Associate Conductor of the Houston Civic Symphony, and Director of Orchestras at Dulles High School.
Under his direction, the Dulles orchestras have achieved national recognition, including several National Winner titles in the Mark of Excellence competition and consistent finalist placements in the TMEA Honor Orchestra process.
Mr. Isadore holds advanced conducting and clarinet performance degrees from the University of Missouri–Kansas City and a bachelor’s in music education from Baylor University. He is a sought-after clinician and adjudicator known for his dynamic rehearsal technique and deep musical insight.
2027 TPSMEA All-State Orchestra Clinician: Jennifer Drake
Jennifer Drake is a conductor, violist, teacher, and camp director based in Boise, Idaho. She serves as the Music Director for the Serenata Orchestra and the Boise Philharmonic Youth Orchestras.
In addition to conducting work, Ms. Drake is a music education and outreach champion. She founded Idaho Viola Camp and is co-artistic director of the Idaho Orchestra Institute, combining high-level instruction with immersive outdoor experiences.
Ms. Drake is also the principal violist of the Boise Baroque Orchestra and plays with the Boise Philharmonic. Her international chamber music career includes appearances at the International Viola Congress in Iceland and the Bass Clarinet Convention in the Netherlands. Her energy and charisma make her an engaging and inspiring leader for young musicians.
We welcome Mr. Isadore and Ms. Drake to lead our All-State Orchestra students in the coming years. Thank you for your continued support of TPSMEA and for all you do to shape the future of music education in Texas.