Audition requirements for band and orchestral instrumentalists
- Performance of a level 1 ISSMA solo, or a comparable piece. Memory is not required
- Scales and arpeggios to be determined in consultation with either the Director of the Manchester Symphony Orchestra or the Director of the Concert Band.
- Sightreading on your primary instrument
- Sightsinging (only for admittance to music department, not for scholarships)
Audition requirements for singers
- Performance of two songs in contrasting style. Level 1 ISSMA solos, or comparable pieces are preferred. Memory is required.
- Sightsinging
Audition requirements for pianists
- Performance of two pieces in a contrasting style. Level 1 ISSMA solos or comparable pieces are preferred. Memory is required on one piece.
- Sightreading
- Sightsinging (only for admittance to music department, not for scholarships)
Please fill out and bring an
audition form, along with a letter of recommendation (if not previously sent) from your high school music teacher or your private studio teacher to your audition.
For further information about repertoire, feel free to contact one of the following persons: