THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Frequently asked questions
How Do I Get An Audition Date?
Click here to schedule an audition date. Or call the music office at 330.972.7590 to set up your audition date.
What Will The Audition Consist Of?
A written theory placement test, a Piano Proficiency, and an audition on your selected instrument(s). Read more detail below....
Piano Proficiency
Given to assess your keyboard skills. If you have no keyboard skills, you will be placed in a beginning piano class.
Written Test
Test will include: definitions of musical symbols and terms, recognition of note and rest values, knowledge of key signatures and scales and aural recognition of scale forms, rhythms and pitches.
Performance Audition Requirements
Audition for the area of your choice. Study requirements for your applied area. You need to audition for only one applied area, but have the option of choosing more than one.