| Who: |
Advanced string, wind, and piano students in grades 9-12. Brass students may be admitted, provided there is suitable repertoire for instrumentation and adequate enrollment. Enrollment is limited to 35 students. |
| Program Dates: |
September 28, 2011 - May 6, 2012: |
| Tuition: |
$775 for the two-semester program (may be paid in installments) plus a one-time non-refundable $25 registration fee. |
| Where: |
Auditions and all Preparatory Program events will be at the Community Music School of Webster University, 535 Garden Ave., St. Louis, MO 63119. |
| Auditions: |
Auditions will be held by appointment only on Saturday, Sept. 10, 1–6 p.m. and Monday, Sept. 12, 6:30–9 p.m. Application deadline is (postmarked by) Aug. 29, 2011. Click on the highlighted link or call 314-968-5939 to receive an audition booklet and application. |
| Concerts: |
Saturday, Nov. 19, 2011 at 7 p.m. |
The Community Music School of Webster University’s Preparatory Program (Prep) is designed to augment the individual music study of exceptionally talented string, woodwind, brass, and piano students who anticipate pursuing a career in music. Utilizing the vast artistic resources of the Community Music School of Webster University, Webster University, the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra, and other area music professionals, the Preparatory Program offers high caliber instruction, performance opportunities, and artistic mentoring in one comprehensive curriculum. The curriculum is centered on chamber music and also includes theory, ear training, music history and literature, performance classes, and special events such as recitals, master classes and guest lectures. The Preparatory Program seeks to offer the resources and opportunities necessary to support tomorrow’s professional musicians.
Audition Requirements
Each student will have 10 minutes to audition. Although jurors may hear only a portion of the repertoire, students should prepare all required material specified below:
- Sight reading excerpts will be selected by the jurors for the audition.
- A written theory test will be administered (for class placement purposes only). Please allow 30 minutes for your audition time slot to complete the theory exam.
- Two (2) contrasting pieces or movements to best demonstrate technical and musical ability. Memorization is recommended but not required. Accompanists are not required; students may elect to bring their own accompanists.
- All major and melodic minor scales.
Piano: 4 octaves plus harmonic minor scales.
Strings: 3 octaves/4 notes per bow.
Woodwinds and Brass: 2 octaves plus chromatic scales.
The Preparatory Program receives funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.
470 East Lockwood Avenue