All-State Instrumental Workshops

2026 UT Tyler All-State Workshop Series

Prepare for your All-State audition with the UT Tyler School of Performing Arts!

UT Tyler offers two FREE All-State Workshops for middle and high school musicians preparing for the TMEA and ATSSB All-State audition process. Students will work directly with UT Tyler faculty in instrument-specific sessions focused on the current audition music, performance techniques, musical interpretation, and effective practice strategies.

Upcoming Workshops

All-State Jazz Workshop
Saturday, August 29, 2026

Students preparing for the TMEA or ATSSB All-State Jazz Auditions will receive focused instruction on this year’s audition music from UT Tyler jazz faculty.

REGISTER FOR THE ALL-STATE JAZZ WORKSHOP

 

All-State Band Workshop
Saturday, September 12, 2026

Students preparing for the TMEA or ATSSB All-State Band Auditions will work with UT Tyler faculty on this year’s audition etudes and receive guidance on technique, tone, interpretation, and audition preparation.

REGISTER FOR THE ALL-STATE BAND WORKSHOP

 

Workshop Schedule
TMEA Students (students attending 5A and 6A high schools)
8:45 a.m. – Check-In
9:00 a.m. – Welcome and Meet the UT Tyler Director
9:15 a.m. – Students Report to Workshop Rooms
9:30–11:30 a.m. – Instrument-Specific Workshop Sessions
11:30 a.m. – Dismissal

Admissions Presentation and Campus Tour*
12:00 p.m. – UT Tyler Admissions Presentation and Campus Tour

*This bonus session is open to both TMEA and ATSSB students and their families.

ATSSB Students (students attending 1A-4A high schools)
12:45 p.m. – Check-In
1:00 p.m. – Welcome and Meet the UT Tyler Director
1:15 p.m. – Students Report to Workshop Rooms
1:30–3:30 p.m. – Instrument-Specific Workshop Sessions
3:30 p.m. – Dismissal

Workshop Highlights

• Free to all participants!
• Instruction from UT Tyler music faculty
• Separate sessions for TMEA and ATSSB students
• Instrument-specific coaching on the current audition music
• Audition preparation and practice strategies
• UT Tyler Admissions presentation and campus tour
• Opportunities to meet UT Tyler faculty and students

Whether you are preparing for your first All-State audition or working toward a place in an All-State ensemble, these workshops will provide valuable instruction and encouragement as you prepare.

Space may be limited. Register today to reserve your place!