Audition Process
•On-campus audition or online video submission via the student application portal
•Students who submit video auditions may be asked to audition in person
•Register at obu.edu/audition to schedule an on-campus audition time
•Practice rooms available for rehearsal prior to the audition
•Check in at the School of Performing Arts office (Mabee 107)
Audition Expectations
•Prepared audition on your principal — voice or keyboard — for admission to the Bachelor of Music Education, Choral
•Voice principals follow the vocal guidelines; keyboard principals follow the keyboard guidelines
•On-campus audition or online video submission; video applicants may be asked to audition in person
•Keyboard principals sight-read a composition selected by the faculty, suitable for your level
•A pianist is provided for vocal on-campus auditions — bring a copy of your sheet music; you may also bring your own pianist, use tracks, or self-accompany
Contact
•Dr. Alex Favazza, Director of Choral Activities — 870-245-5137 | favazzaa@obu.edu
•Dr. Ian Aipperspach, Music Auditions Coordinator — 870-245-5134 | aipperspachi@obu.edu
