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University of Redlands

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer In Friendly

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Music performance

Composition & music studies

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BM Performance

Instrumental Performance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer In Friendly

Training

200+ annual recitals and concerts

Junior and senior year solo recitals

Conservatory training within a liberal arts environment

Performance & Productions

Ensembles include Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Trumpet Ensemble, Low Brass Ensemble, and Chamber Ensembles

Concerto Competition and President's Honor Recital

Redlands Symphony Orchestra relationships for substitute and section playing

Professional Development

Guest speakers, masterclasses, and special events

Feast of Lights holiday tradition featuring choral and instrumental programs since 1947

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.75

Admit rate

83%

school-wide

Grad rate

67%

Enrollment

Earnings

$73K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$64,240

Before aid

Average net price

$30,031

After aid

Tuition And Fees · redlands.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 4, 1:30 PM

Program Highlights

Training

200+ annual recitals and concerts

Junior and senior year solo recitals

Conservatory training within a liberal arts environment

Performance & Productions

Ensembles include Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Trumpet Ensemble, Low Brass Ensemble, and Chamber Ensembles

Concerto Competition and President's Honor Recital

Redlands Symphony Orchestra relationships for substitute and section playing

Professional Development

Guest speakers, masterclasses, and special events

Feast of Lights holiday tradition featuring choral and instrumental programs since 1947

Program Highlights

Training

200+ annual recitals and concerts

Junior and senior year solo recitals

Conservatory training within a liberal arts environment

Performance & Productions

Ensembles include Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Trumpet Ensemble, Low Brass Ensemble, and Chamber Ensembles

Concerto Competition and President's Honor Recital

Redlands Symphony Orchestra relationships for substitute and section playing

Professional Development

Guest speakers, masterclasses, and special events

Feast of Lights holiday tradition featuring choral and instrumental programs since 1947

Key Info

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Deadline

Video Audition Submission DeadlineFeb 14, 2027

Auditions

In-Person Music Auditions at University of RedlandsJan 30, 2027

In-Person Music, Theatre, and Dance Auditions at University of RedlandsFeb 13, 2027

Virtual Overview SessionFeb 20, 2027

OR — Recorded Video Audition

Video audition submission deadlineFeb 14, 2027

Bachelor Of Music In Performance · redlands.edu How To Apply · redlands.edu

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

Conservatory Of Music Undergraduate Music Audition Requirements.Pdf · redlands.edu

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 Performance applicants in Instrumental Performance 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.

How To Apply · redlands.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

Spring audition deadline: December 1

Audition Expectations

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 in a live audition (not required for video)

You may be asked to sight-read in a live audition

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

Avg GPA (W)

3.75

Admit rate

83%

school-wide

Grad rate

67%

Enrollment

Earnings

$73K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$64,240

Before aid

Average net price

$30,031

After aid

Tuition And Fees · redlands.edu College Scorecard

Training

200+ annual recitals and concerts

Junior and senior year solo recitals

Conservatory training within a liberal arts environment

Performance & Productions

Ensembles include Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Trumpet Ensemble, Low Brass Ensemble, and Chamber Ensembles

Concerto Competition and President's Honor Recital

Redlands Symphony Orchestra relationships for substitute and section playing

Professional Development

Guest speakers, masterclasses, and special events

Feast of Lights holiday tradition featuring choral and instrumental programs since 1947

Updated Sep 4, 1:30 PM