Application and letters of recommendation must be submitted by April 8, and auditions/ interviews will occur by April 29.
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1. Write a paragraph about your experiences in choral and vocal music participation to this point in your life (e.g. ensembles, musical performances, lessons, solo experiences, etc.). Submit this below.
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2. Write a paragraph about what you want to do in music at the collegiate level? Do you want to major in music, minor in music, or participate in a choral ensemble with a non-music major? Explain why. Submit this below.
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3. Solicit 2 letters of reference from individuals who are capable of evaluating your musical involvement and participation (e.g. choral teacher, private voice instructor, etc.). Have them email their letters to the Cannon Beach Chorus Scholarship Committee at info@cannonbeachchorus.org.
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4. Prepare for the audition and interview. Applicants will perform two accompanied vocal solos from standard vocal literature (e.g. First Book Series-26 Italian Series, or Schirmer ed, Pathways of Song Series, etc.). A pianist will be provided if needed. If you have questions about acceptable music, please contact info@cannonbeachchorus.org. NOTE: Singing a cappella or using CD accompaniment is not recommended. Following the audition, you will be briefly interviewed by the CBC Scholarship Committee.
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5. A member of the CB Chorus Scholarship committee will contact you to schedule the audition and interview.
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6. Application and Letters of Reference must be submitted by April 8. Audition/Interview will occur by April 29.