- Vocal Studies Program audition dates:
- Saturday, October 4, 12-6pm
- Sunday, October 5, 11am-3pm
- Audition location: Logan 803
Audition Requirements
- Solo vocal auditions for the Vocal Studies Program will last no more than 10 minutes each.
- Piano accompaniment will be provided at the audition. Be sure to bring legible scores with workable page turns. Any cuts should be clearly marked as well.
- Students should prepare two contrasting solo selections. One selection in a foreign language is preferred, but not required.
Results & Placement
- Singers will be contacted individually with regard to the wide variety of performance opportunities on campus, including showcase concerts, master classes, and recitals.
- Singers who are accepted into the Vocal Studies program will be expected to perform in at least one Vocal Studies performance event, and/or at least one major choral ensemble performance per quarter.
- Singers accepted into the Vocal Studies program will be expected to take voice lessons with a staff or affiliate voice teacher and may either select their preferred teacher or will be assigned to one.
Tips for In-Person Auditions
- Fill out your Audition Form before your audition, being careful to provide all information requested. This expedites the process of selection and placement.
- 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.