While working through level four, the opportunity for many performance responsibilities should emerge: auditions for solo chair positions at school, solo and ensemble contests, scholarship auditions, talent shows, and solos in band and orchestra concerts. Summer enrichment programs, music festivals and regional band-orchestra chairs should be pursued.

Continuation of private study is important to effectively focus on detailed preparations for solo appearances, contests and auditions. If possible, a professional level instrument should be obtained to attain the best in sound, intonation and technique. An interest in mouthpieces, better reeds and the skill of adjusting reeds should continue to evolve.

More extensive listening habits should be developed. Following good music radio stations, learning the classical orchestral repertoire, learning about great composers, and identifying music periods and jazz styles will cultivate high performance standards and ambitions.