Department Audition Information
A performance audition is required for acceptance into the degree programs of the Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Prospective students should schedule a music auditon before they receive notification of their acceptance into the university. All entering freshmen and undergraduate transfer students who have been admitted to the university are required to pass a performance audition and take a theory placement examination. Students wishing to audition should prepare solo, etude, or art song material from the standard repertoire of approximately 10 minutes in length. The selection(s) should demonstrate both technical and lyrical skills.
The Theory Placement Exam is a diagnostic test used to determine the appropriate level of theory in which the student should enroll. The test is offered on each audition day and the first Friday of each semester.
Pre-screening auditions are required in the piano and vocal/opera programs. Please contact Arnel Ignacio at 562.985.4781 for more information.
For undergraduate and graduate admission information, please refer to our Admissions Page.
Department Audition Dates
Spring 2013 admission closure
Due to the California State Budget Crisis, all CSU campuses have been directed that they may not accept admission applications for the Spring 2013 term for any enrollment category.
For more information see the University Admissions Page.
FALL 2013 semester Audition Dates
Undergraduate:
- Saturday, February 2, 2013
- Saturday, March 2, 2013—All Areas Except Voice And Jazz
- Saturday, March 9, 2013—Voice And Jazz Only
Graduate:
- Wednesday, February 27, 2013
**The Due Date for all application materials for the MA and MM degrees for Fall 2013 is January 14, 2013**
Call 562.985.4781 or email music@csulb.edu to reserve your slot!
Department Audition Repertoire
Audition repertoire is specific to each instrument. Please see your area for audition repertoire.