Vocal Auditions
All students who would like to audition for a vocal scholarship (Concert Choir or JC Voices) must attend one of the
published audition dates. See the fine arts homepage for current audition dates. You may secure an audition time by
phoning (601) 477-‐4094. An accompanist will be provided for you, but if you prefer, you may bring your own
accompanist.
Specific Vocal Audition Requirements:
1. Sing one art song (English, Italian, German, or French). OPTIONAL: You may sing a second piece in a contrasting
style.
Because the vocal instrument at the freshman level is usually in the elementary stages of growth, the particular
selection presented should show evidence of the following: freedom, pleasantness and naturalness of quality;
production technique; range, and musical expressiveness. The singing of difficult, vocally demanding, dramatic
literature is discouraged.
2. Sightsing a short melody
The example provided for you will contain primarily stepwise melodies and skips of a third and will be in simple
meter. You may sing on solfege, numbers, or a neutral syllable. The following is a sample melody.
(insert melody here)
3. Vocalize
You will be asked to sing (with the piano) a simple vocal exercise to determine your range.
4. Perform tonal memory exercises
A melody containing 3-‐8 notes will be played; after which, you will be asked to reproduce that melody without
the aid of the piano.
What you will need to bring to your audition:
1. A copy of your music for the accompanist
2. 4 completed copies of VOCAL AUDITION FORM (see below)
What you need to do prior to your audition date:
1.
Complete a JCJC Admissions Application.
2.
Complete a Fine Arts Scholarship Application. https://
3.
Apply for a dorm room IMMEDIATELY if you need one,
4. Complete the Vocal Audition Scholarship Application, (see attached).