POP
Video (has to be submitted upon registration)
You will prepare three pop songs of different styles with a total duration of approximately 12 minutes. One of the three pop songs must be an original composition by the candidate. You may accompany yourself, perform with a band or use playback. Performing from memory is highly desirable. The lead sheets must be submitted with the application.
Vocals: The expert committee will evaluate the video recordings and decide who will advance to the next round (exam on site).
Exam on site
You will prepare three pop songs of different character, totalling approximately 12 minutes. One of the three pop songs must be an original composition by the candidate. One of the pieces may be identical to the repertoire of the video recordings.
Accompaniment may be provided by the candidate themselves or via playback (no bands of their own). Performing from memory is highly desirable. The lead sheets must be submitted with the application.
JAZZ
Video (has to be submitted upon registration)
The application must be accompanied by a video and a song list containing at least five jazz standards that differ significantly in character and style.
Three of these pieces should be presented in the video. The performance can be accompanied by the applicant themselves, a band or playback.
Performing from memory and free improvisation are expressly encouraged.
The lead sheets for all submitted songs must also be submitted with the application.
Exam on site
You will perform one song from the song list submitted during registration, and the expert committee will select another song from this list. You may accompany yourself or be accompanied on the piano/drums by the expert present. You cannot perform with your own band. Performing from memory and free improvisation are highly encouraged.