An Entrance Audition is required for declaration of the Bachelor of Science in Music Education degree at UVM. Applicants are encouraged to audition prior to their first year at UVM. However, students are welcome to begin introductory course work in music education while preparing for the entrance audition, with approval from the Program Coordinator in Music Education.
Schedule Your AuditionAll musicians prepare three contrasting pieces of varying styles, genres, or eras that demonstrate their technical skills and musicianship on a primary instrument. Repertoire should reflect an intermediate to advanced skill level for high school and early collegiate players on a primary instrument. Singers should prepare at least one selection in a language other than English. Applicants are encouraged to use the B.A. Audition Requirements by Instrument as a guide.
Auditions are evaluated by full-time music faculty using the rubrics by instrument.
View Music Performance Rubrics
Optional: Supplemental materials that reflect your musicianship such as original compositions and electronic music performances are welcomed and will be considered in addition to the standard application and audition. Include a statement claiming the work as your own and providing context about the materials, ie: source material, process, inspiration, use of technology, additional contributors or collaborators to the work, etc. Please send supplemental files to music@uvm.edu with the subject line “audition supplements [Your Name]".
Once admitted, students will work with the music program area heads and private instructors to be placed in the private studio that best suits their needs throughout the program.