There may be sight reading. The percussionist should be prepared to demonstrate ability on snare drum, timpani, or the mallet instruments. There should be two prepared pieces of different styles. For snare drum, a demonstration of basic rudiments is desirable. Any ability on the other instruments may be demonstrated by a prepared piece.
Some sight reading is required.
Knowledge of basic chords. Scales in the above keys. A minimum of two pieces are required. One piece must be performed from memory. Pieces must be from the classic repertoire.