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CHORAL/VOCAL MUSIC AUDITION


Prior to the audition procedures, each student must complete the application process.

The audition will consist of the performance of a prepared solo, evaluation of tonal memory and sight singing. Evaluation will also be based upon potential ability, performance skills and knowledge of music fundamentals.

How to Prepare for the Audition
Choose one appropriate prepared piece (30 second to 1 minute in length) that best suits your voice (this is your time to show off!) Practice with an accompaniment CD or Tape (no regular commercial recordings) or a piano accompanist.
What to Bring to the Audition
  • Two (2) copies of the prepared piece for panelists
  • Accompaniment CD or tape
What to Expect During the Audition

Ten (10) minutes prior to the audition, you will enter an individual warm-up room. In the audition, you will sing through your prepared piece by memory. Depending on time, you may be asked to sing only a portion of your piece.

The audition will include:

  • Performance of prepared piece
  • Additional piece of if requested

Students will be evaluated individually.  Areas of assessment will include:

  • Tone Quality
  • Rhythm
  • Notes and Pitch
  • Expression and Style
  • Ability to take Direction
  • Tonal Memory
  • Singing Lowest of Two Pitches
  • Sight Reading
  • Ability to receive feedback/constructive criticis
Choral/Vocal Audition Rubric
A copy of the vocal audition rubric is available in the SCPA Audition Guidelines Handout