TECHNICAL TIPS:

• PLEASE do not use external microphones.
• Try to get as close-up as possible on video recordings.
• Try to frame the shot from the waist up, with not too much empty space above the head in frame.
• Also try to raise the video source closer to eye level so that the judges can see you more face to face, rather than looking up at you.
• Film in landscape/horizontal frame.
• Record ONE selection in its entirety.

At the beginning of your recording, start by stating:

• Your first and last name
• The event you are auditioning for
• The current date
• The name of piece you will be performing and the composer’s name

For Vocal Performance:

• Accompaniment options:
  • Live piano accompaniment
  • Recorded piano accompaniments from our Online Accompaniments.
• Read this CS Music Article with advice for your upcoming recording:
  • Top Tips in Preparing for Your Video Audition

• Find your application on your CS Music applications page and click the Edit Application link.
• Within your application, paste the URL of your YouTube selection.
• After you have finalized your selection, click “Submit this Application to be Reviewed” on your application.
• You cannot edit your application after you submit it.
• It will be sent out for review and you will be notified via email when the judges have finished their evaluations.