Australian Youth Choir - Audition Information

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Audition Tips

We know that you’ll probably feel a little nervous on audition day so here are a few tips for you to think about before you come.

• It is normal to feel a bit nervous.
• Take some deep breaths before you go in to the audition room and try to relax and enjoy yourself.
• Don’t worry if you’ve never auditioned for anything like this before. Most of the young people who audition each year do so for the first time.
• All choristers and dancers must go though the audition process.
• The audition will take approximately 15 to 20 minutes

You don’t have to prepare anything.
There will be a group of other children auditioning with you, so you won’t be on your own.

Here’s what you can expect to happen in the audition.

The Audition

There will be a series of exercises to determine what you know and what your voice sounds like. Exercises will include:

• Aural / Rhythm Activities - These are easy and will involve some clapping and some listening)
• Singing Activities - You might be asked to copy some short melodies or tunes.
• We will teach you a song.
• You will sing with the group and with the auditioner

For Mum and Dad

• The audition will allow our staff to decide where a child is best placed to begin their experience with NIYPAA.
• Parents are welcome to watch the audition, but we ask for your understanding in regard to younger siblings who can often be a distraction in the audition process.
• As consecutive auditions are held on the day, it will not be possible to speak to the Auditioner, however a Manger is in attendance to assist with any questions.