Hawai'i Saxophone Foundation
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First Masterclass of 2023 with Jon Gordon
2023 Hawaii High School Saxophone Ensemble Auditions
The Hawaii Saxophone Foundation will be holding auditions for the 2023 season of the Hawaii High School Saxophone Ensemble. Members will have the opportunity to work with Hawaii's top saxophone educators and performers. Students will rehearse weekly in preparation for a joint concert with the University of Hawaii Saxophone Choir on April 2, 2023.
Audition Date: January 8, 2023 (Sunday)
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Moanalua Middle School Band Room (K2)
Tuition Fee: $75.00
All high school saxophonists with a minimum of 2 years experience are welcome to try out.
(Middle school saxophonists are eligible upon recommendation of their band director or private instructor).
Audition materials will consist of:
– Major scales up to 4 sharps and 4 flats
– Excerpts provided in the links below
– Prepared solos pieces (optional)
Students are required to attend weekly rehearsals in preparation for concert activities.
Attendance is mandatory. Absences will be excused for only illness or family emergency.
Two (2) or more missed rehearsals will be grounds for expulsion.
This is the only saxophone ensemble of its kind in the State of Hawaii. Come be a part of this incredible musical organization.
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2020 - 2021 HSF Scholarship Recipient
Congratulations to Kristen Takamiya as the recipient of the HSF Education Scholarship for the Academic year 2020-21. Kristen has shown great exuberance in her studies during this difficult pandemic year.
The HSF Board members are excited to see her musical progress and encourage Kristen to continue her excellent work.
The HSF Board members are excited to see her musical progress and encourage Kristen to continue her excellent work.
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Highlights from the
2018 Hawai'i High School Saxophone Ensemble
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Students from six high schools on Oahu committed to rehearsals on Sunday mornings with Director David Hirano. Mr. Hirano also taught numerous masterclasses covering reeds, embouchure, tongue position, air support, posture, and instrument carriage. They performed two pieces at the UH Saxophone Choir Concert on March 18, 2018 and performed the last piece together with the college and community members.
This newly created High School Saxophone Ensemble was developed and sponsored by the Hawai'i Saxophone Foundation. We are very grateful for the large participation and for a very successful ensemble. We hope to continue this program in the years to come! Congratulations to all these talented young saxophonists! |