CONSERVATORY SUMMER INSTITUTE

Available to rising seniors in all institutes.

For rising seniors graduating in 2024, the audition preparation program may be added to the standard CSI experience or in addition to an intensive track.

Students who participate in the audition preparation program will engage directly with the BW Conservatory admissions coordinator. Through hands-on classes, students will gain further insight into the college audition process. In addition, students will work with Conservatory faculty on mock auditions and studio classes.

Space is limited. Students accepted into the program are expected to bring to campus their selection for their college audition already prepared. Students can check with their college of interest for audition recommendations and guidelines.

Students in the Music Theatre Emphasis program participate in workshop-style classes where they study performance skills through solo repertoire, in addition to the core Conservatory Summer Institute curriculum. At the conclusion of the week, students will perform in a music theatre showcase for their peers.

Available to Choral Institute students only. 

In addition to the individual Institute curriculum, students will work side-by-side with BW composition faculty during composition workshop sessions. Students will receive two private lessons in composition, in addition to their primary instrument private lessons.

Available to students from all institutes.

Faculty

• Clint Needham, CSI composition instructor, BW composer-in-residence

To apply for the Institute, all students must complete an online application which includes contact information as well as information regarding their prior musical experience and works performed.

In order for your application to be reviewed, your non-refundable $25.00 audition fee and $100.00 tuition deposit must be received.

Students may audition by submitting a recording of two pieces in contrasting styles. 

Audition pieces must be uploaded to Flip (formerly FlipGrid). DVD and CD audition videos mailed to our office will NOT be accepted. 

All students must submit audition material, regardless of past participation in BW Community Arts School summer programs.  

• Students should choose material they know well and enjoy playing. 
• Choosing the most difficult piece does not always showcase the students' abilities to their best advantage. Conversely, picking material that is overly simple will work against a student because it is difficult to gauge his or her playing ability accurately. Consultation with one's private lesson teacher is always a wise move when determining audition material. Always remember, those listening to your audition are listening for potential, not perfection. 
• Most devices capture high-quality video and audio. For ease, we encourage you to use your smartphone, iPad or computer to record your audition. 
• Though it is not required, we encourage you to record your audition with an accompanist.