Preparing your audition

We ask all saxophone applicants to upload a short video showcasing their musical talent along with their application form. We stress that this is not a scary audition, just a short showcase of how good you are.

What to play:

• A minimum of 2 contrasting pieces, or excerpts from longer pieces
• 1 piece of technical work ie. a scale or study appropriate to your current level

Points we will consider when reviewing your video:

Instrumental technique, rhythmic capability, interpretation, expression and understanding, personality and passion for music making.

All videos should be accompanied by an email / letter from the candidate's teacher or school counselor confirming that they approve of the candidate applying and that their video is a true and accurate record of the candidate's playing.

Things to note

Audition videos will be reviewed by our faculty and places will be awarded on merit / standard of playing. It doesn't matter what style you are working in, whether you are focussing on jazz or classical we want to see a high standard of musicianship, as well as a great sense of team spirit and a love of music making.

When recording your video, please note the following:

• Videos should be no more than 10 minutes long and no less than 5 minutes
• At least one piece on the video should be unaccompanied. There is no requirement to send in footage with accompaniment if the candidate wishes not to do so.
• Videos should not be from a concert/public performance
• Videos should not be edited. Recordings should be a true reflection of the candidate's playing.

We accept applications on a rolling basis and so recommend that you apply as soon as possible to have the best chance of being awarded a place.