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University of Redlands

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlySingle Subject Teaching Credential

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlySingle Subject Teaching Credential

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BM Music Education

Instrumental

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlySingle Subject Teaching Credential

Training

•Top-notch training in performance, music history, conducting, theory, piano, and education methods

•Work with world-class artist-teachers

•Choose an Instrumental or Vocal/Choral track — or complete both

•Instrumental educators can work in Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Trumpet Ensemble, and Low Brass Ensemble.

•The Conservatory’s relationship with the Redlands Symphony creates assistant, substitute, and section-player opportunities for instrumentalists.

Performance & Productions

•200+ annual recitals and concerts

•Ensembles include Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Chapel Singers, University Choir, and Opera Workshop

•Feast of Lights holiday tradition since 1947

Professional Development

•Transitions seamlessly to the School of Education Preliminary Teacher Credential Program for the California K-12 music teaching credential

•University waiver program lets you begin credential coursework and student teaching during undergraduate studies

•100% student-teaching placement record

School Info

Snapshot

3.75

Avg GPA (W)

83%

Admit Rate

school-wide

67%

Grad Rate

Enrollment

$73K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$64,240

Before aid

Average Net Price

$30,031

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

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Program Highlights

Training

•Top-notch training in performance, music history, conducting, theory, piano, and education methods

•Work with world-class artist-teachers

•Choose an Instrumental or Vocal/Choral track — or complete both

•Instrumental educators can work in Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Trumpet Ensemble, and Low Brass Ensemble.

•The Conservatory’s relationship with the Redlands Symphony creates assistant, substitute, and section-player opportunities for instrumentalists.

Performance & Productions

•200+ annual recitals and concerts

•Ensembles include Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Chapel Singers, University Choir, and Opera Workshop

•Feast of Lights holiday tradition since 1947

Professional Development

•Transitions seamlessly to the School of Education Preliminary Teacher Credential Program for the California K-12 music teaching credential

•University waiver program lets you begin credential coursework and student teaching during undergraduate studies

•100% student-teaching placement record

Program Highlights

Training

•Top-notch training in performance, music history, conducting, theory, piano, and education methods

•Work with world-class artist-teachers

•Choose an Instrumental or Vocal/Choral track — or complete both

•Instrumental educators can work in Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Trumpet Ensemble, and Low Brass Ensemble.

•The Conservatory’s relationship with the Redlands Symphony creates assistant, substitute, and section-player opportunities for instrumentalists.

Performance & Productions

•200+ annual recitals and concerts

•Ensembles include Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Chapel Singers, University Choir, and Opera Workshop

•Feast of Lights holiday tradition since 1947

Professional Development

•Transitions seamlessly to the School of Education Preliminary Teacher Credential Program for the California K-12 music teaching credential

•University waiver program lets you begin credential coursework and student teaching during undergraduate studies

•100% student-teaching placement record

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2026

These Fall 2026 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Deadline

Video Audition Submission DeadlineFeb 15, 2026

Auditions

In-Person Music Auditions at University of RedlandsFeb 7, 2026

In-Person Music and Theatre Auditions at University of RedlandsFeb 14, 2026

Virtual Interviews for Video AuditionsFeb 21, 2026

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Audition Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Repertoire List

•Two contrasting pieces or etudes

•No specific repertoire required

•Repertoire should demonstrate your musical and technical ability

•If possible, draw selections from different historical periods

Scales & Technique

•You may be asked to play scales in a live audition

•Scales are not required for video auditions

Accompaniment

•Instrumental auditions should be unaccompanied

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Submit supplemental School of Performing Arts (SOPA) application after applying via Common App

•SOPA application available on application status portal

•Spring auditions: December 1 audition deadline

Eligibility

•Must be admitted to the University of Redlands to receive audition results

•Applications reviewed on a rolling basis after deadline based on capacity

Transfer Pathway

Transfer BM Music Education applicants in Instrumental complete the SOPA application and audition; the audition is a major factor in academic-year placement, and a junior-entry BM audition also serves as the Upper Divisional Qualifying exam.

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What's The Process

Audition Process

•Spring audition deadline: December 1

Audition Expectations

•Perform a principal-instrument audition: 2 contrasting pieces or etudes drawn from different historical periods if possible

•In-person auditions: February 7 and February 14 at University of Redlands

•Video audition: submit by February 15 via application status portal

•Virtual interviews: February 21 (for video auditioners)

•Instrumental auditions should be unaccompanied

•You may be asked to play scales or sight-read in a live audition (not required for video)

•Include the title of each piece and the composer name (verbally or as a video title)

•Upload via application status page after submitting SOPA application

Decisions

•Audition and scholarship results provided after official university admission

Contact

•Brad Andrews, Director of Admissions for SOPA: brad_andrews@redlands.edu, (909) 748-8014

Scholarship Info

Automatic Consideration

•All applicants automatically considered for a music scholarship

•No additional forms or auditions required beyond the standard audition

•Ensemble Participation Scholarship also available for non-music majors

School Info

Snapshot

3.75

Avg GPA (W)

83%

Admit Rate

school-wide

67%

Grad Rate

Enrollment

$73K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$64,240

Before aid

Average Net Price

$30,031

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Training

•Top-notch training in performance, music history, conducting, theory, piano, and education methods

•Work with world-class artist-teachers

•Choose an Instrumental or Vocal/Choral track — or complete both

•Instrumental educators can work in Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Trumpet Ensemble, and Low Brass Ensemble.

•The Conservatory’s relationship with the Redlands Symphony creates assistant, substitute, and section-player opportunities for instrumentalists.

Performance & Productions

•200+ annual recitals and concerts

•Ensembles include Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Chapel Singers, University Choir, and Opera Workshop

•Feast of Lights holiday tradition since 1947

Professional Development

•Transitions seamlessly to the School of Education Preliminary Teacher Credential Program for the California K-12 music teaching credential

•University waiver program lets you begin credential coursework and student teaching during undergraduate studies

•100% student-teaching placement record

Updated 6h ago