Commonly Asked Questions
You will take a short Music Theory placement exam and piano proficiency. These will be scheduled for you after you have set up an audition.
No. Students from all majors are active and important members of our ensembles.
Wind players: prepare excerpts that demonstrate both technical and expressive playing. Be prepared to sight read and play scales. Play in the style of the group for which you are auditioning (jazz, classical, etc.).
Vocalists: prepare a piece that can be performed without an accompanist. Be prepared to sight read and to sing through your entire vocal range. Sing in the style of the group for which you are auditioning (classical, jazz, musical theatre, etc.).
Yes. Find more information here, or contact us if you have any specific questions.
Of course! Simply list the instruments you wish to audition on when setting up an audition.
Yes. Along with your application to Messiah University , you should submit an application to the Department of Music.
Yes! Check out our scholarships page.
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