For students applying to the Bachelor of Music only.
In order to apply for admission to the Bachelor of Music program at ÀÏ°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê, you must submit an application to the Department of Music in addition to your application for admission to the University.
Applying to the BA in Music? The Music Application Form and auditions are for students applying to the Bachelor of Music only — there is no need to fill out the form or audition if you plan on applying to the Bachelor of Arts with a major or minor in Music.
Step 1: Apply to ÀÏ°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê
Apply for general admission to ÀÏ°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê. To be considered for scholarships and bursaries, apply by March 1.
Step 2: Submit your Music Application
Submit the Music Application form by Feb. 10.
While enrolment is limited, the Department of Music will consider late applications and auditions, space permitting.
On the Music Application, you will be asked about your musical training and experience. Once submitted, the application form will be sent to the Department of Music for review.
Step 3: Audition
In-person auditions are held on campus in January and March for those seeking admission for the upcoming academic year.
For admission in Fall 2025:
- Early audition day: Jan. 25, 2025 (as part of the Music department's Audition Preparation Weekend)
- General auditions: March 8, 2025
If you cannot come to ÀÏ°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê during one of the audition days, the Music department will try to accommodate you on another date. After we receive your application, we shall contact you to arrange a time for your audition.
It is strongly encouraged to visit ÀÏ°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê for an on-campus audition, but if you are unable to do so, you may submit a video recording instead.
Applicants may also submit a supplementary audition portfolio, demonstrating their musical skills and experience.
About auditions
Please read the audition requirements for each instrument before you audition.
Singers and instrumentalists must perform with a collaborative pianist. You may provide your own pianist, or we may provide one for a fee of $50 with reasonable notice.
You may audition on one or more instruments, but must complete a separate audition for each.
All auditioning applicants will have an interview with a faculty member.
Guidelines for audition repertoire
Auditions should include three contrasting pieces, demonstrating your current level of playing or singing.
Suggested guidelines for piano, voice, strings, and guitar:
Piano
- Minimum Level 9, Royal Conservatory of Music, ÀÏ°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê Local Centre, or Conservatory Canada
Voice
- Minimum Level 8, Royal Conservatory of Music
- We suggest that one audition selection be in a language other than English
Strings
- Minimum Level 9, Royal Conservatory of Music or other comparable system
Guitar
- Minimum Level 5, Royal Conservatory of Music
- See the Classical Guitar Syllabus, 2018 edition and the accompanying Repertoire and Etudes volumes for suitable pieces
Audition portfolio
For students with interests in areas beyond performance, you may submit a supplementary audition portfolio that may include original compositions, arrangements, improvisations, or essays about music.
You may also include a brief description of your musical interests, experiences, or career goals.
If such a portfolio is submitted, then it is acceptable to submit only two audition pieces if desired.
The deadline to receive your portfolio is TBA or you may bring it with you to your on-campus audition.