Audition & Interview Requirements

Degree Page: B.M. Composition

Additional Application Requirements:

1. Two (2) scores of original works (with sound files, if possible). 

Audition Requirements:

1. Two (2) contrasting piece (can be movements from a larger work) that demonstrate your ability.
2. All major scales, performed from memory (full-range scales, spanning from the lowest Bb to palm F#, are strongly encouraged).
3. Sight-reading may be requested.

Interview Requirements:

1. Speak with a member of our Composition faculty and ask any specific questions you may have about the Composition degree program.

Degree Page: B.M. Jazz Studies

For more information see the B.M. Jazz Studies Audition Requirements page.

Degree Page: B.A. Music

Audition Requirements:

1. Two (2) contrasting piece (can be movements from a larger work) that demonstrate your ability.
2. All major scales, performed from memory (full-range scales, spanning from the lowest Bb to palm F#, are strongly encouraged).
3. Sight-reading may be requested.

Degree Page: B.M. Music Education

Audition Requirements:

1. Two (2) contrasting piece (can be movements from a larger work) that demonstrate your ability.
2. All major scales, performed from memory (full-range scales, spanning from the lowest Bb to palm F#, are strongly encouraged).
3. Sight-reading may be requested.

Interview Requirements:

1. Speak with a member of our Music Education faculty to discuss any teaching experiences you have had, share any future teaching aspirations, and ask any specific questions you may have about the Music Education degree program. Approximately 10 minutes.  

Degree Page: B.M. Music in Combination with an Outside Field

Audition Requirements:

1. Two (2) contrasting piece (can be movements from a larger work) that demonstrate your ability.
2. All major scales, performed from memory (full-range scales, spanning from the lowest Bb to palm F#, are strongly encouraged).
3. Sight-reading may be requested.

Degree Page: B.M. Performance

Audition Requirements:

1. One (1) complete major work - sonata or concerto.
2. Two (2) contrasting piece (can be movements from a larger work) that demonstrate your ability.
3. All major scales, performed from memory (full-range scales, spanning from the lowest Bb to palm F#, are strongly encouraged).
4. Sight-reading may be requested.

Degree Page: B.M. Music Education & Performance

Audition Requirements:

1. One (1) complete major work - sonata or concerto.
2. Two (2) contrasting piece (can be movements from a larger work) that demonstrate your ability.
3. All major scales, performed from memory (full-range scales, spanning from the lowest Bb to palm F#, are strongly encouraged).
4. Sight-reading may be requested.

Interview Requirements:

1. Speak with a member of our Music Education faculty to discuss any teaching experiences you have had, share any future teaching aspirations, and ask any specific questions you may have about the Music Education degree program. Approximately 10 minutes.  

Degree Page: B.M. Sound Recording Technology

Pre-screen Requirements:

1. Two (2) pieces of contrasting styles.
2. Three (3) scales and arpeggios of your choosing.

Audition Requirements:

1. Two (2) contrasting piece (can be movements from a larger work) that demonstrate your ability.
2. All major scales, performed from memory (full-range scales, spanning from the lowest Bb to palm F#, are strongly encouraged).
3. Sight-reading may be requested.

Interview Requirements:

1. Meet with members of the SRT faculty, practice critical listening skills, and discuss your background in audio engineering thus far. Approximately 20 minutes.

Degree Page: B.M. Sound Recording Technology

For more information see the B.M. Jazz Studies Audition Requirements page.

Program Page: Music Minor

Audition Requirements:

1. Two (2) contrasting piece (can be movements from a larger work) that demonstrate your ability.
2. All major scales, performed from memory (full-range scales, spanning from the lowest Bb to palm F#, are strongly encouraged).
3. Sight-reading may be requested.