Audition Dates & Deadlines

Auditioning for the Fredonia School of Music

The school does not specify audition repertoire; rather, we encourage you to consult with your teacher to choose good literature that you can perform well. Bear in mind that the purpose of the audition is to gather evidence of both current ability and the potential to complete the preferred degree program. Thus, we look for pitch accuracy, correct and steady rhythm, physical coordination, the ability to make expressive musical statements, and disciplined work habits. Instrumental auditions must be unaccompanied. Vocalists are required to audition with an accompanist (NOTE: we encourage you to bring your own accompanist, but the university will provide accompanists for both on- and off-campus voice auditions).

Candidates for the Bachelor of Music degree in Performance are expected to demonstrate a higher level of proficiency than applicants for other programs.
The audition includes short tests in sight-reading on their instrument, sight-singing, rhythm matching, and pitch matching. This is not a theory test, but it does measure the student’s levels of musical literacy and basic musicianship skills. It is recommended that students practice these skills with a music teacher before their audition.

2019-2020 Music Audition Schedule

On-campus auditions held in Mason Hall.
Online audition request form will be available September 1, 2019.

November 9, 2019 (for enrollment in Spring 2020 only — transfer applicants, current Fredonia students, or graduate applicants)

January 8, 2020 (Syracuse)
[deadline: December 3]

January 9, 2020 (Long Island)
[deadline: December 3]

January 10, 2020 (Long Island)
[deadline: December 3]

January 11, 2020 (Albany)
[deadline: December 3]

January 25, 2020 (on campus)
[deadline January 3]

February 1, 2020 (on campus)
[deadline: January 10]

February 15, 2020 (on campus)
[deadline: January 24]

February 22, 2020 (on campus)
[deadline: January 31]

March 28, 2020 (on campus)
[deadline: March 6]

Note: applicants for undergraduate admission who wish to be considered for music scholarships should audition no later than February 22, 2020.

Note: students wishing to audition for the Masters of Music in Collaborative Piano should audition on the February 15 or March 28 audition days.

No percussion auditions are held at off-campus auditions.

*Syracuse location: Onondaga Community College 4585 West Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY 13215

** Long Island location: Suffolk County Community College in Selden
(Ammerman Campus, Southampton Building, 533 College Road, Selden, NY 11784)

*** Albany location: Rensselaer High School
(25 Van Rensselaer Drive, Rensselaer, NY 12144)

For Campus-Wide Open House dates and registration:
www.fredonia.edu/admissions/visit.asp

The School of Music receives many more applications than we are able to admit, so we strongly recommend auditioning before the final date.

There is no music-theory exam component to your audition. However, if you would like to attempt to place into a higher level of theory and/or aural skills, see the instructions and deadlines here.

Questions? Contact the School of Music office at music@fredonia.edu or (716) 673-3151.