Piano

Audition Requirements for Pianists

Requirements for all applicants
(see below for requirements for specific degree programs).

• Complete a brief written test of basic music theory skills.
• Demonstrate aural skills by vocally matching pitches, singing simple intervals, identifying major and minor chords, and sight singing a simple song.
• Send copies of your music three weeks prior to the audition date. 

Bachelor of Music in Performance

• Perform major and minor scales and triad arpeggios, 4 octaves, ascending and descending.
• Perform three to four compositions which demonstrate contrasting style periods.
• Sight read a short piece
• Memorization is required.

Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science in Music Education and Music Minor

• Perform major and minor scales and triad arpeggios, 2 octaves, ascending and descending.
• Perform two contrasting compositions which demonstrate contrasting style periods.
• Sight read a short piece.
• Memorization is desirable but not required.

To schedule an audition or an interview with faculty members please contact Diane MacBeth (or 717-337-6131). For all other inquiries regarding the music program and audition requirements, please contact Dr. Teresa Bowers (or 717-337-6134).