Audition

Prof. Master Audition: The audition should give the broadest possible impression of the applicant's musical background and pedagogical skills. The audition will take place online for you to save time and resources.

Content

The entrance examination consists of:

1. Video documentation of the applicant’s work with a vocal ensemble (minimum 8 singers, SATB or equivalent four-part setting) based on a set assignment.

2. An online interview and practical test, including demonstrations of singing and piano playing.

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The Video Recording

The video (total duration: 20 minutes) consists of a set rehearsal assignment.

• The assignment (a new piece to be rehearsed from scratch) will be sent 10 days prior to the upload deadline.

• The singers must not have rehearsed the music in advance.

• The sheet music must not be distributed to the singers before the audition rehearsal begins.

Recording Requirements

The audition must be recorded in one continuous take, with good audio and video quality, using two camera angles:

• Camera 1: Full view of the choir from the front.

• Camera 2: Conductor from the side, shown in full figure.

Total duration of the submitted video: 20 minutes.
Assessment: Grade given.

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Online Interview (Zoom)

Duration: 30 minutes

The interview includes:

• A self-chosen jazz/pop/rock song, sung while accompanying yourself on piano.

• A self-chosen jazz/pop/rock piano piece (instrumental, no singing).

• Secunda Vista: sight-reading of piano chords and vocal parts (45 minutes preparation time prior to the test).

Technical Requirements

• A piano must be available.

• A computer with good microphone and camera must be used.

• Zoom setting “Original sound for musicians: on”.

Assessment: One grade for singing and piano performance, and one grade for secunda vista.