Auditions | Rider University

Conducting Audition Information

Auditions are required for admission to all Westminster Choir College and some School of Fine and Performing Arts undergraduate programs; you can see a list of these programs and requirements below. Auditions are by appointment only. In order to request an audition date you must submit your completed application at least 4 weeks prior to the selected audition date.

Choral Conducting (MM)

All applicants must submit the pre-screening recording through using the link received in your Rider Application Confirmation email.

Applicants must submit a preliminary screening recording in order to be considered for an invitation to an on-campus audition.

Deadline: Both the application and recording must be submitted no later than December 1.

We will no longer accept DVDs or VHS pre-screening recordings.

Recording Requirements:

1. The recording must be in English.
2. Twenty to thirty minutes of conducting/rehearsing a choir that the candidate regularly conducts, or an ad hoc group formed for the taping.
   (Previously recorded accompaniment is not accepted.)
3. Camera positioned to show a head-on view.
4. Music of contrasting tempi that demonstrates legato and marcato gesture.
5. A list of works conducted.
6. Follow the instructions for uploading the pre-screening recording found on the audition upload/registration website.

Please also upload the following:

1. List of works conducted
2. Resume
3. Essay (statement of goals)
4. Copies of all undergraduate transcripts

Our faculty will review all of the submitted pre-screening recordings and invite selected candidates to audition on campus.

Updated on 10/12/2018