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AUDITIONS

As a prospective undergraduate music major, you may compete through audition for performance awards ranging from $3,200 to $18,000 over four years. These awards are given on the basis of musical talent and promise, regardless of financial need.

Schedule
February 6 and March 6, 2010. Both are Saturdays
Alternate dates by appointment. Call (516) 299-2475 or contact us through e-mail at music@cwpost.liu.edu
Auditions will be held in the C.W. Post Fine Arts Center. Here are directions to the campus and a campus map

You can register to audition by completing this online Audition Registration Form. You can also register by phone at 516-299-2475 or by mailing this printable version (PDF file) of the registration form

Requirements
Professional attire is expected
For Instrumentalists
  • Two pieces of contrasting styles. Should be one movement from two different works
  • Major scales
  • Sight-reading

Percussionists: Audition repertoire should include: 1) advanced snare drum solo; 2) 2 mallet keyboard piece (marimba, xylophone, or vibraphone); 3) 2 drum timpani piece

For Vocalists
  • Two pieces of contrasting styles. One selection must
    be in a language other than English. The other classical
    selection may be in English if desired.
  • Exploration of vocal range and aural abilities
Along with the performance audition, evaluations in pitch perception, sight-singing, and music theory are required to be taken the same day as the audition
An accompanist will be provided if you require one, or you may bring your own accompanist if you wish

For more information or to schedule an audition, please call (516) 299-2475 or e-mail music@cwpost.liu.edu.

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