Audition Dates & Deadlines

Auditioning for the Fredonia School of Music

REQUEST YOUR 2020 AUDITION

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. If you would like to attempt to place into a higher level of theory and/or aural skills, see the instructions and deadlines here.

2020-2021 Music Audition Schedule

NOTE: Audition Requests will go live by September 1, 2020.

November 7, 2020 (for enrollment in Spring 2021 only — transfer applicants, current Fredonia students, or graduate applicants)
January 6, 2021  (Syracuse)
January 7, 2021 (Long Island)
January 8, 2021 (Long Island)
January 9, 2021 (Albany)
January 30, 2021 (on campus)
February 6, 2021 (on campus)
February 20, 2021 (on campus)
February 27, 2021 (on campus)
March 27, 2021 (on campus)

Please note: VIDEO APPLICATIONS for Fall 2020 Admission will continue to be accepted until August 1, 2020.

• Applicants for undergraduate admission who wish to be considered for music scholarships should audition as early as possible, but not later than February 27, 2021. 
• Students wishing to audition for the Masters of Music in Collaborative Piano should audition on the February 20 or March 27 audition days.
• No percussion auditions are held at off-campus auditions.

On-campus auditions held in Mason Hall, State University of New York at Fredonia, Frdonia, NY 14063

Off-Campus Audition locations:

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

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

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

Audition FAQs

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