These two selections may be movements from larger works (e.g.

Also be prepared to perform all major scales and a chromatic scale, all at least 2 octaves. One of the selections must be Baroque or Classical (such as Bach or Mozart). Perform at least two contrasting selections - single-movement pieces or movements from sonatas or concertos representing different periods of music. Also be prepared to play all major scales and a chromatic scale (two octaves). Perform two contrasting selections-single-movement pieces or movements from sonatas or concertos showing technique, tone and musicianship. Trombone | Trumpet | Tuba | Violin | Viola | VoiceĬomposition | Music Therapy | Sound Recording Technology | BA Jazz Studies Brass (trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba) & Woodwind except flute (clarinet, saxophone, oboe, bassoon) Harp | Horn | Oboe | Piano | Percussion | Saxophone | String Bass Specific audition requirements by instrument/areaīassoon | Cello | Clarinet | Euphonium | Flute | Guitar (Classical) Students wishing to be considered for music scholarships must audition no later than February. Please contact us to discuss alternatives).Ĭandidates for the Bachelor of Music degree in Performance are expected to demonstrate a higher level of proficiency than applicants for other programs. Vocalists are required to audition with an accompanist (NOTE: if circumstances surrounding COVID preclude you from securing an accompanist for your audition, we understand. Instrumental auditions must be unaccompanied. Thus, we look for pitch accuracy, correct and steady rhythm, physical coordination, the ability to make expressive musical statements, and disciplined work habits. Bear in mind that the purpose of the audition is to gather evidence of both current ability and the potential to complete the preferred degree program. The school does not specify audition repertoire rather, we encourage you to consult with your teacher to choose good literature that you can perform well. Auditioning for the Fredonia School of Music However, if you would like to attempt to place into a higher level of theory and/or aural skills, see the instructions and deadlines here. Please note: There is no music-theory exam component to your audition. Although the audition season ends on March 27, we will accept late auditions (absolute deadline: August 1). We will consider you for a music scholarship if you choose one of the January or February dates.

March 27 (deadline for audition application and video is March 13).

February 20 (deadline for audition application and video is February 6).

February 13 (deadline for audition application and video is January 30).

January 30 (deadline for audition application and video is January 16).

*Note: if you are a current Fredonia student, you may audition either in person or via video.

You will also select a follow-up date when a member of the Fredonia music faculty will connect with you via Zoom. When you submit this application, you will upload an audition video, so don't submit it before you have made your video. Additionally, applicants to the Composition or Music Therapy programs will interview for those programs.Īuditions in 2020-21 will consist of 1) a recorded video and 2) an interactive follow-up via Zoom*. Claudette Sorel Piano Competition and Fellows ProgramĪll applicants to the School of Music are required to successfully audition on their primary instrument.More In This Section Click to expose navigation links on mobile.

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