Audition Requirement
•Audition is required for admission as a music major and for scholarship consideration
•Audition early for the best chance at scholarship funding
Audition Options
•In-person on a scheduled Audition/Shadow Day
•In-person by individual appointment with department chair
•Video audition via YouTube link
•Live audition via Zoom
Evaluation Criteria
•An easily produced vocal tone of adequate size and pleasing quality
•Good vocal musicianship (pitch accuracy, rhythmic accuracy, legato phrasing, dynamics)
•Expressiveness and communication of emotional content
Video Audition Process
•Email Dr. Matthew Harder (mharder@westliberty.edu) to notify of intent to submit video
•Upload video to YouTube (can be private/password-protected)
•You and your instrument must be clearly visible in the frame
•Video must be unedited (basic trimming acceptable)
•Audio must be clear and free from distortion
Contact
•Dr. Matthew Harder, Department Chair: mharder@westliberty.edu
•General inquiries: music@westliberty.edu
