Audition, Placement, and Competitions
Prospective students have the opportunity to earn a competitive Music Scholarship Award. Students do not have to declare a music major to audition or to receive the scholarship.
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Any student interested in joining a music ensemble must audition during the first week of classes in August. Sign up sheets are posted in Rogers Music Center on the boards between 110 and 111.
Being a music major or minor is not required for participation in performance groups, or to take lessons. Students with any academic interest are welcome!
Applied Lessons in piano or voice require a Placement Audition, to place students with the instructor that best matches the student's skills and interests. Placement auditions are held during Opening Days. The sign up sheet for placement audition slots is located in the Rogers Music Center, on the board between 108 & 110. Students interested in taking voice or piano lessons sign up for a placement audition.
Applied Lessons in all other instruments do not require an audition. New and returning students register for Lessons and coordinate directly with the instructor on scheduling the Lessons time/day.
Being a music major or minor is not required for participation in performance groups, or to take lessons. Students with any academic interest are welcome!
In select fall semesters, the Willamette University Music Department hosts a concerto/aria competition. Winners receive the opportunity to perform with the Willamette Symphony Orchestra the following spring. When offered, the competition is open to all full-time Willamette University students.