All new students or pianists that were inactive for the 2024-2025 season are required to audition in person with Piano Program Director, Lam Wong and will be prompted to select an audition time on the registration form. Piano program participants who were active during the 2024-2025 season do not need to re-audition but MUST complete the registration form.
Piano Program auditions will be held on Saturday, October 4 and Monday, October 6 in the Logan Center for the Arts, 915 East 60th St., Room 405. Auditioning pianists should prepare two contrasting pieces or excerpts from piano solo repertoire. The Piano Program is intended for advanced-level pianists. Examples of typical audition repertoire include Haydn Sonatas and Chopin Waltzes. Pianists will also be asked to sight-read a short excerpt during the audition.
- Piano Program audition dates: Saturday, October 4 and Monday, October 6
- Audition location: Logan 405
Audition Requirements
- Auditioning pianists should prepare two contrasting pieces or excerpts from piano solo repertoire. The Piano Program is intended for advanced-level pianists. Examples of typical audition repertoire include Haydn Sonatas and Chopin Waltzes.
- Pianists will also be asked to sight-read a short excerpt during the audition.
Results & Placement
- Procedures for coaching sign-ups with the Piano Program Director will be explained at the audition.
- Pianists will be contacted individually with regard to specific performance opportunities, including showcase concerts, piano master classes, and recitals.
Tip for In-Person Auditions
- Arrive early in order to be on time for your appointment. Each director has a very large number of auditions to hear, and needs to keep on schedule.
- Warm up thoroughly before the audition. Practice rooms on the lower level of the Logan Center for the Arts (915 E. 60th Street) will be available for this purpose during the entire audition period.
- Remember that the goal of these auditions is to involve you in our Department of Music Performance Program, and to foster your musical growth while you are at the University of Chicago. There is no reason to be nervous! Come to the audition well-prepared, confident, and ready to demonstrate your musical strengths to the directors who are listening.