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Students auditioning for placement into a CPA/VPA Piano Program are required to complete the following tasks:
Perform ONE Prepared Selection at the Piano
NOTE: Playing from memory is the common practice for piano soloists
CPA Applicants: Memorization is HIGHLY encouraged
VPA Applicants: Memorization is REQUIRED
Perform TWO scales
One of these scales MUST share the key of the prepared selection.
Ask your music teacher if you are not sure what this means.
Sight read a simple music composition
Demonstrate Aural (Ear Training) Skills
Sing simple tonal patterns
Chant simple rhythm patterns
Listen to simple patterns and play them back by ear
Complete a short interview with the Audition Panel
TIPS AND TRICKS
Dress to Impress
Dress to Impress
“The way we dress affects the way we think, the way we feel, the way we act and the way others react to us.” –Judith Rasband
Before the audition panel hears you play, they'll see you. Try to make a good first impression!
Plan and Prepare
Plan and Prepare
Find out as much as you can about the audition space. Where is it, when should you be there, what kind of piano will you use, etc. Knowing the answers to these questions will help your audition day run smoothly.
Remember to set out your outfit & organize your music (and copies) the night before your audition!
Be Confident
Be Confident
Its 100% okay to be nervous before an audition. But don't let your nerves shake your confidence.
You are prepared for your audition, and you can do this!
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