Music Audition Requirements
Audition Requirements
Only prospective students who are prepared and meet the following guidelines may audition.
Casual business attire is deemed appropriate for a scholarship audition.
VOCAL
- Sing 2 songs of contrasting style from memory as follows:
- Vocal contest literature, such as art songs, opera arias; oratorio arias, -OR
- Songs from a musical, -OR-
- Christian contemporary
- Bring an accompaniment or an accompanist. A professional accompanist is provided upon request.
KEYBOARD
- Perform two pieces of contrasting styles from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Contemporary eras.
- You may substitute a hymn arrangement for one of your two pieces.
- At least one piece must be performed from memory.
WINDS AND PERCUSSION
(Listed in order of preference)
- Perform a solo piece that was prepared for a high school district, regional or state contest, -OR-
- Perform an etude that was prepared for a high school honor group audition, -OR-
- Perform a sacred piece that was prepared for a church setting
- Audition material does not have to be memorized or accompanied
- A professional accompanist is provided upon request
2025-26 Audition Dates
- October 10, 2025
- October 31, 2025
- January 23, 2026
- February 7, 2026
- March 13, 2026
- April 17, 2026
Email music@snu.edu to schedule your audition.