Audition Information
Percussion
Percussion Audition Requirements:
- Drumset performance demonstrating proficiency in three or more of the following styles: Swing, latin, funk, rock
| For students applying for Spring 2027 | For students applying for Fall 2027 |
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The following days are available for those auditioning for the Spring 2027 semester. Please note that all auditions are by appointment; when you submit your application, indicate the date you wish to audition. November 20 Additional appointments will be offered on Fridays during the Fall semester for students who are unable to attend our Audition Days. Please reach out to music@biola.edu to schedule your audition. |
The following days are available for those auditioning for the Fall 2027 semester. Please note that all auditions are by appointment; when you submit your application, indicate the date you wish to audition. November 20 Additional appointments will be offered on Fridays during the Fall and Spring semesters for students who are unable to attend our Audition Days. Please reach out to music@biola.edu to schedule your audition. |
Keyboard
Keyboard Audition Requirements:
- One contemporary selection
- Sight-reading, scales and arpeggios may be requested
| For students applying for Spring 2027 | For students applying for Fall 2027 |
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The following days are available for those auditioning for the Spring 2027 semester. Please note that all auditions are by appointment; when you submit your application, indicate the date you wish to audition. November 20 Additional appointments will be offered on Fridays during the Fall semester for students who are unable to attend our Audition Days. Please reach out to music@biola.edu to schedule your audition. |
The following days are available for those auditioning for the Fall 2027 semester. Please note that all auditions are by appointment; when you submit your application, indicate the date you wish to audition. November 20 Additional appointments will be offered on Fridays during the Fall and Spring semesters for students who are unable to attend our Audition Days. Please reach out to music@biola.edu to schedule your audition. |
Strings
Electric Bass Audition Requirements:
- One piece demonstrating the player's ability to play over chord changes on a lead sheet. This song can be from the Contemporary Christian/Worship genre or from the Pop/Rock/Rnb genre.
Guitar Audition Requirements:
- One piece that demonstrates chord knowledge & right hand strumming technique
- Knowledge of open-voiced and barre chords and sight-reading will also be assessed.
| For students applying for Spring 2027 | For students applying for Fall 2027 |
|---|---|
The following days are available for those auditioning for the Spring 2027 semester. Please note that all auditions are by appointment; when you submit your application, indicate the date you wish to audition. November 20 Additional appointments will be offered on Fridays during the Fall semester for students who are unable to attend our Audition Days. Please reach out to music@biola.edu to schedule your audition. |
The following days are available for those auditioning for the Fall 2027 semester. Please note that all auditions are by appointment; when you submit your application, indicate the date you wish to audition. November 20 Additional appointments will be offered on Fridays during the Fall and Spring semesters for students who are unable to attend our Audition Days. Please reach out to music@biola.edu to schedule your audition. |
Voice
Voice Audition Requirements:
- One contemporary selection
| For students applying for Spring 2027 | For students applying for Fall 2027 |
|---|---|
The following days are available for those auditioning for the Spring 2027 semester. Please note that all auditions are by appointment; when you submit your application, indicate the date you wish to audition. November 20 Additional appointments will be offered on Fridays during the Fall semester for students who are unable to attend our Audition Days. Please reach out to music@biola.edu to schedule your audition. |
The following days are available for those auditioning for the Fall 2027 semester. Please note that all auditions are by appointment; when you submit your application, indicate the date you wish to audition. November 20 Additional appointments will be offered on Fridays during the Fall and Spring semesters for students who are unable to attend our Audition Days. Please reach out to music@biola.edu to schedule your audition. |
Additional Requirements
In addition to an audition in their primary area, Contemporary Worship Minor candidates are required to have an interview. The interview may include several or all of the following:
- Performance of a contemporary piece on your primary instrument
- Performance of singing and playing simultaneously
- Performance of any original songs
- Performance on any additional instruments
- Assessment of vocal ability and pitch matching
- Assessment of reading ability: bass & treble clefs, key signatures, basic rhythms
- Assessment of any improvisation skills
- Assessment of any keyboard ability
Note: Please be prepared to discuss the reasons you feel God is leading you toward this degree.
Online Submission Guidelines
While we prefer students to audition in person, we also recognize that not everyone will be able to do so, specifically with regards to students who live across the country or internationally. In cases like these, we accept recorded auditions via YouTube, due May 1. Simply upload a video recording (meeting the following requirements) and email the link to music@biola.edu. Those planning to audition via recording must adhere to the following guidelines:
- Performance of each piece should be continuous with no editing; this includes video cuts or audio editing (ie autotune, reverb, effects).
- Include the date of the performance, which should be no more than 6 months old.
- Include a typed copy of the entire performance program. There should be no talking or explanation on the recording itself. Any additional comments should be typed and submitted with the recording.
- All recorded audition submissions must be of highest quality sound and visual recordings.