Audition & Competition Prep in Denton, TX
If you’re getting ready for youth orchestra auditions, striving to get into All-State, or applying to college music programs, focused advice can make a major difference in your experience. When you prepare for auditions and competitions at Wang-Hiller Violin Studio, it’s not just about checking items off a list. It’s also about respecting your own pace, learning style, and long-term goals.
Every lesson is aimed at helping you get better at the most critical abilities, such as intonation, phrasing, clear rhythm, and stage presence, while also bringing forth your best attributes. We’ll help you pick the right songs and deal with your nerves on the day of the audition so you can trust the tools we give you when things go wrong. Mock auditions and targeted feedback give you space to grow, practice performing, and feel truly prepared.
With over 15 years of experience as a violin teacher and a PhD student, Amy Wang-Hiller will be your coach. You’ll get customized, high-level tutoring in a place that values your effort as much as your outcome. Amy will help you go forward with confidence, whether you’re trying to get a top seat, getting ready for a concerto round, or facing your first audition panel. She does this by giving you care, structure, and support.
We support students preparing for:
- Youth symphonies and regional ensembles
- All-Region and All-State orchestras
- College music program auditions
- Concerto and solo competitions
- Performance juries and masterclasses
Available in-studio in Denton, TX, or virtually via Zoom, each lesson is crafted to help you grow and perform at your best, on your own terms.
Personalized Coaching That Honors Your Path
It’s not enough to merely get the notes correct in an audition; you also need to feel ready in your body, mind, and emotions. Our method goes beyond only scales and extracts. We at Wang-Hiller Violin Studio take the time to learn about your past and your goals.
Amy gives you a complete view of what it takes to do well under pressure, from setting up practice schedules to helping you understand what the judges say. You’ll learn how to deal with anxiety, improve your tone and articulation, and come up with phrasing that connects with your audience.
Respect for your process, your physical comfort, and your changing musical identity is still the major focus of lessons. Amy helps students with chronic pain, neurodivergence, and injury recovery throughout high-stakes preparation. She has experience with adaptive teaching and knows what it’s like to live with a handicap.
Each lesson includes:
- Personalized feedback based on your repertoire
- Mock audition coaching and scoring breakdowns
- Strategies for overcoming performance anxiety
- Guidance on technique and expressive playing
- Rehearsal tools to build consistency and clarity
Why Choose Amy
Experienced Performer
Amy has been performing on stage and in the studio for more than 15 years. She combines conservatory-level knowledge with a grounded, student-centered teaching style.
Adaptive Techniques
Amy plans each lesson to accommodate both physical and mental demands, which is perfect for students who are dealing with pain, neurodivergence, or anxiety during auditions.
Thoughtful Mentorship
Instead of pushing for perfection, Amy helps people grow by giving them support, honest feedback, and practical, progress-focused advice.