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Important Dates
May 1, 2025 (11:59pm PST) - Early Action Application Deadline & Pre-screening Submission
We offer an Early Action application process for applicants who will no longer have access to school instruments after the academic year or who need to finalize their school decisions for the following year. A pre-screening recording is required at the time of submission. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview and, if necessary, a live audition.
June 1, 2025 (11:59pm PST) - Regular Application Deadline & Recorded Audition Submission
Participation in the live audition is strongly recommended. Applicants attending the live audition are not required to submit recordings. Audition times for Saturday, June 14, will be communicated by June 7. If you are unavailable on the audition day and did not submit an Early Action application, you must include a recorded audition with your application. We will follow up regarding an interview if necessary.
June 14, 2025 - Live Auditions
Live auditions will be held on Saturday, June 14, at the DBHS Instrumental Music Building.
Rolling Admission
Applications received after the June 1 deadline will be reviewed on a rolling basis and considered only if space remains. To ensure full consideration, applicants are strongly advised to submit by the regular deadline.
We offer an Early Action application process for applicants who will no longer have access to school instruments after the academic year or who need to finalize their school decisions for the following year. A pre-screening recording is required at the time of submission. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview and, if necessary, a live audition.
June 1, 2025 (11:59pm PST) - Regular Application Deadline & Recorded Audition Submission
Participation in the live audition is strongly recommended. Applicants attending the live audition are not required to submit recordings. Audition times for Saturday, June 14, will be communicated by June 7. If you are unavailable on the audition day and did not submit an Early Action application, you must include a recorded audition with your application. We will follow up regarding an interview if necessary.
June 14, 2025 - Live Auditions
Live auditions will be held on Saturday, June 14, at the DBHS Instrumental Music Building.
Rolling Admission
Applications received after the June 1 deadline will be reviewed on a rolling basis and considered only if space remains. To ensure full consideration, applicants are strongly advised to submit by the regular deadline.
Required Application Materials
Live Audition - Saturday, June 14
Pre-Screening and Audition Videos
Required Documents
*Name your files using the following format: Instrument_Last Name, First Name_Document Title
Example: Flute_Smith, John_Resume
Live Audition - Saturday, June 14
- Please prepare your audition according to the guidelines outlined in the Audition Requirements for your instrument.
- Instrumentalists: An accompanist is not required.
- Vocalists: An accompanist is recommended. If you choose to use pre-recorded accompaniment, please upload the audio file with your application.
- Submit the Audition Repertoire Form prior to your live audition.
Pre-Screening and Audition Videos
- If submitting a Pre-Screening for Early Action or a Recorded Audition for Regular Admission, ensure your video follows the Audition Requirements for your instrument.
- Instrumentalists: An accompanist is not required.
- Vocalists: An accompanist or pre-recorded accompaniment is recommended.
- Position the camera so that you, your instrument, and your full range of motion are visible at all times.
- Name video files using the format: Instrument_Last Name, First Name (e.g., Flute_Smith, John.mov).
- If submitting multiple videos, label them clearly (e.g., Flute_Smith, John_Scales.mov, Flute_Smith, John_Bach.m4v).
- Before performing a solo piece, state your full name and instrument in the video.
- All videos must be UNEDITED.
- Submit the Audition Repertoire Form along with your application.
Required Documents
*Name your files using the following format: Instrument_Last Name, First Name_Document Title
Example: Flute_Smith, John_Resume
Comprehensive Repertoire List
This document helps determine your chamber ensemble placement and does not impact admission decisions. It differs from the audition repertoire list and should include:
Repertoire List Example 1
Repertoire List Example 2
Repertoire List Example 3
This document helps determine your chamber ensemble placement and does not impact admission decisions. It differs from the audition repertoire list and should include:
- A list of all solo works performed on your principal instrument.
- A list of all solo works studied on your principal instrument.
- Ensemble pieces where you had featured solos.
- Chamber music you have performed.
- Etude books you have completed or are currently studying.
Repertoire List Example 1
Repertoire List Example 2
Repertoire List Example 3
Musical Résumé
Your résumé should include:
Musical Resume Example
Your résumé should include:
- Names of teachers and dates of study
- Public performances
- Honors and awards
- Ensemble experience
- Other relevant musical influences and education
- (Optional) Information about your secondary instrument
Musical Resume Example
Letter of Intent
Please describe why you are applying to the Performing Arts Academy, what unique qualities you feel you can bring to the program, and what the Academy can provide for you.
Please describe why you are applying to the Performing Arts Academy, what unique qualities you feel you can bring to the program, and what the Academy can provide for you.
QUESTIONS?
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