Music Scholarship Audition Form - High Point University

High Point University
Music Scholarship Audition Form (2007-2008)
Name: ______________________________ Date: __________________
Address: ______________________________ E-mail: _________________
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Phone: (___) ____________
Preferred Audition Date: February 9 March 1 Cell: (___) ______________
Please contact us if you need to schedule an alternate date or plan to send a recording
What is your instrument?
____voice: (circle/highlight one) S A T B
_____ piano
____ instrument: (list all instruments you play, starting with your primary one)
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Have you studied the following: ____ piano ____ theory
If so, for how long? _______________________ (for diagnostic reasons only)
What would you like to do with your music at High Point University?
____ I plan to major in music Vocal Music Piano/Organ General Studies
(Circle or highlight one)
____ I plan to minor in music
____ I am considering a double major with music and __________________.
____ I do not plan to major in music but I would like to be actively involved in music
(private study, singing in ensembles and/or performing in the orchestra).
____ I am undecided about my major, but I would like to be actively involved in music
(private study, singing in ensembles and/or performing in the orchestra).

Please provide a narrative that describes your involvement in music, either in private
study or with a school, church or community ensemble. Include information about
recitals, competitions and a select repertoire list.
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Suggestions for what to perform in your audition
Vocal Music:
Two short pieces or excerpts of contrasting styles or genres; one in foreign
language if possible; be ready to vocalize through your register
Instrumental Music:
Two selections of contrasting styles (slow/lyrical and fast/technical);
solos, excerpts, etudes, or All-State material; be prepared to sight read a
passage and to play selected scales
-If you wish to have your piece accompanied please send us the music at least two weeks
in advance of your audition. Otherwise you may bring an accompaniment track.
-Please be prepared for a brief informal discussion about your music experiences with the
music faculty after you have performed.
Questions? Please contact us any time!
Dr. Judy L. Ransom
Dr. Alexa J. Schlimmer
Area Coordinator for Music Director of Vocal Studies
jransom@highpoint.edu
aschlimm@highpoint.edu
336.841.4612 336.841.9240
Ms. Marcia Dills
Mr. Timothy Hudson
Director of Keyboard Studies Director, High Point University Orchestra
mdills@highpoint.edu
cbfive@bellsouth.net
336.841.9232 336.292.2717