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GRADUATE AUDITIONS
Graduate Audition Repertoire
Master's applicants - A minimum of 30 minutes of music, with at least two contrasting works from different style periods. All works must be performed by memory.
Doctoral applicants - A minimum of 45 minutes of music, with at least three contrasting works from different style periods. All works must be performed by memory.
Artist Diploma applicants - A minimum of 45 minutes of music, with at least three contrasting works from different style periods. All works must be performed by memory.
General Information About Graduate Auditions
There are no set dates for graduate auditions, which may be arranged by contacting Elizabeth Richter. A live audition is highly encouraged; in cases where travel to campus is not possible, a recorded audition is acceptable (VHS tape or video DVD). Accompanists are not required. You may play your audition on a Ball State University harp, usually a Lyon & Healy Style 23. You will have an opportunity to warm up in the studio or in a harp practice room for at least half an hour before your audition. You are welcome to perform on your own instrument if you wish, but because of the high demand for practice rooms we can't guarantee that there will be one available for you for warmup.
Auditions last about 45 minutes and take place in the harp studio. After you play you will have time to ask questions. If you have not taken a lesson with me prior to the audition, I encourage you to schedule one later in the day. As we work together for an hour you will get a good idea of my teaching approach, and I will have the opportunity to assess your potential in greater depth than is possible in an audition.
In addition to applying to the School of Music, you must also apply to and be accepted by Ball State University. We recommend that you submit the university application before you come for your audition.
Theory and History Placement Exams
On the audition day applicants are encouraged to take the placement tests in history and theory (multiple choice; each test takes about 45 minutes). There are no set times for these tests; arrangements are made by calling or emailing Linda Elliott, the secretary to the graduate coordinator. Click here for more information on the graduate placement tests.
More Information
For more information on auditions and admissions, contact Linda Pohly, Coordinator of Graduate Admissions in Music.