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:
1. Classical Piece
- A 2-5 minute clip of the student performing a standard classical piece (see suggested literature below).
2. 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.
3. Show-Tune Piece
- A 2-5 minute clip of the student performing a show-tune piece (Broadway, musical).
4. 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.
5. 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.