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What to do to be a first chair?

I really want to be first chair in flute. I was told to participate and be a part of every band event. What other things can I do to be a first chair?

Answer:

You have no control over how well others play or how a band director chooses to seat people. You only have control over what you do. So the better question would be, How can I become a better player? The answer is take private lessons and [: practice :] (yes, those are repeat signs). Concert band chair placement is usually based exclusively on your audition performance, not on your leadership abilities. Prepare as well as you can and perform your audition to your highest level of ability. If someone beats you out, you have nothing to be ashamed of. However, if you don't try your hardest and still get first chair, then you should be ashamed of your own effort (or the lack thereof). Marching band section leaders are often upperclassmen that have demonstrated marching and playing ability. Work on those aspects as well as working well getting along well with other band members and you've done all you can.

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