In response to the ongoing pandemic, the Jacobs School of Music Office of Admissions and Financial Aid is adapting our audition procedures for 2021-2022 admissions to meet state and university guidelines related to COVID-19.
In response to the ongoing pandemic, the Jacobs School of Music Office of Admissions and Financial Aid is adapting our audition procedures for 2021-2022 admissions to meet state and university guidelines related to COVID-19.
Prescreen required for all applicants.
Applicants who pass prescreening will submit recorded auditions with supplemental audition repertoire for the second round by February 1. Please see your degree requirements below.
The Jacobs School seeks talent in performance, pedagogy, and scholarship. This talent is found in individuals of any race, creed, or socio-economic status. If lack of access to technology or other assets will affect your ability to have a successful audition for the Jacobs School, we urge you to reach out to the Voice Faculty by writing voicedep@iu.edu so that we may assist you in finding a solution.
Bachelor of Music (B.M.), Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E), Bachelor of Science in Music and an Outside Field (B.S.O.F.)
Submit a video recording, including:
Applicants who pass prescreening should submit a video recording by February 1, including:
You may include pieces submitted as part of the prescreen or offer different repertoire.
B.S.O.F. applicants who wish to audition for an Outside Field in Musical Theatre must also audition for the Musical Theatre program. Please see information regarding Musical Theatre auditions.
Master of Music (M.M.), Performer Diploma-Solo Performance (P.D.S.P.), Doctor of Music (D.M.)
Submit a video recording, including:
Applicants who pass prescreening should submit a video recording by February 1, including:
You may include pieces submitted as part of the prescreen or offer different repertoire, provided that you observe the requirements for your chosen degree.
Applicants who are in consideration for AI or GA positions based on second round video audition reviews will be contacted to schedule a live virtual audition with faculty.
The following information applies to D.M. applicantsonly:
D.M. applicants who pass prescreening should submit a recorded audition for the second round. You will also be contacted to schedule a live virtual interview with the faculty.
Repertoire requirements should include:
Eight selections in contrasting musical styles, two in each of the following languages: English, Italian, French, and German.
Your application will not be considered if you have not completed the audition and interview.
Applicants who are in consideration for AI or GA positions based on second round video audition reviews will be contacted to schedule a live virtual audition with faculty.
When | What | Who |
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December 1, 2020 | IU application due | All applicants |
December 1, 2020 | Jacobs Supplemental application due. (Prescreen materials due, as applicable to your audition requirements) |
All applicants |
December 1, 2020 | TOEFL scores due | Non-native English speaking applicants in Voice (all), Piano (D.M. only), Conducting, Musicology, and Graduate music education |
January 15, 2021 | Recorded auditions due | All classical piano applicants |
February 1, 2021 | Final recorded auditions due | All applicants whose departments require a final recorded audition, except classical piano |
March 1, 2021 | TOEFL scores due | All non-native English speaking applicants |
Varies by department area | Live virtual audition/interview | Applicants whose departments require a live virtual audition/interview. (We will contact you after Dec. 1 to schedule your audition/interview) |
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