Audition

Audition requirements

Prospective students may elect to audition to the WSU School of Music in person or by submitting a recording.

Undergraduate applicants should prepare works as specified by each area.

Additional requirements by area

In person audition information
(2025-26)

The WSU School of Music offers three on-campus audition options for undergraduate applicants. Applicants should indicate their preference directly on the School of Music Audition and Application Form.

Audition Dates

  • Fall Audition: Monday, October 27, 2025
  • Spring Audition: Monday, January 26, 2026
  • OR Individual audition appointment

Recorded audition information

Undergraduate applicants may submit a recorded audition to the WSU School of Music. Please consult the guidelines found under audition requirements for details on what to include in your recording. The WSU School of Music recommends the following general recording guidelines:

  1. Record your audition
  2. Upload and save your audition video
  3. Share link (YouTube, Vimeo, SoundCloud, etc.) on the School of Music Audition and Application.

General recording guidelines

  • Double check the audition requirements for your instrument and major
  • Determine what equipment you are going to use for your recording
  • Focus on sound quality
  • Frame your video to show your instrument and technique clearly
  • Test your recording before uploading or sharing links