Introduction:
Each student must state their name and the title of the piece they will perform at the beginning of each video.
Video Requirements: Students must compose and submit two of the following five types of videos:
- Classical Piece:
- A 2-5 minute clip of the student performing a standard classical piece (see suggested literature below).
- Group Performance:
- A 2-5 minute clip of the student performing a song with a group. This can include, but is not limited to, a group recital, orchestra, ensemble, worship band, choir, or choral group. This could be a recording from a church service or a group assembled specifically for this video audition.
- Show-Tune Piece:
- A 2-5 minute clip of the student performing a show-tune piece (Broadway, musical).
- Contemporary Piece:
- A 2-5 minute clip of the student performing a contemporary worship, jazz, or commercial song, either self-accompanied or with an accompanist.
- Original Song:
- A 2-5 minute clip of the student performing a self-written, original song.
Suggested Literature for Voice Students:
- “Loveliest of Trees” by John Duke
- “Nos Souveniers” by Chausson
- Works of Johannes Brahms
- Works of Antonio Vivaldi
- A vocal solo by Dan Forrest
- A contemporary worship solo piece
For additional suggested literature, please contact: kdo@sbts.edu
Example Submission:
For an example student submission, please see below:
Example 1 Student Submission
Submission Method:
- Upload the videos to Google Drive or Youtube.
- Enable access to the videos.
- Share the link on the information form provided.
These videos will be reviewed by the department, and students may be asked to perform an in-person interview and audition with the Program Coordinator and other Music and Worship Department faculty before starting their degree at Boyce College.