Harp Auditions

In addition to applying for admission to the University, all applicants interested in pursuing a music degree must perform an audition on their major instrument prior to their first semester enrolling in music courses. Schedule your audition by filling out the Online Audition Application. Audition applications are accepted at any time, but those wanting to secure an audition time on our designated audition date(s) should submit their application by Saturday, January 24, 2026.  Auditions serve admission and placement purposes, and are also for talent scholarship consideration.

Audition Requirements

Applicants with harp as their primary instrument considering a Bachelor of Music in Music Education: Orchestra emphasis, or a Bachelor of Music in Music Performance: Harp emphasis, should prepare all of the following:

  1. Four-octave ascending and descending scale in one key, hands together
  2. Four-octave ascending and descending arpeggios in one key, alternating hands
  3. One orchestral cadenza
  4. From memory, one technical study or etude (e.g. Pozzoli Etudes of Medium Difficulty, Larivière Exercises et Etudes)
  5. From memory, one solo piece from the standard classical harp repertoire (e.g. Concerto in Bb, mvt. 1 (Handel), Absidioles (Andres), Etude de concert (Tournier))

2026-2027 Audition Dates
  • Saturday, January 31, 2026, Daines Concert Hall

All repertoire should demonstrate the auditionee's highest level of musicianship and technical facility.

Harp scholarships are awarded only to intended music performance or music education majors.

Recorded Auditions

Applicants wishing to submit a video audition should submit their video recording link directly to the application form.

Recorded Audition Best Practices

  • Read audition requirements carefully. Select your repertoire with the help of your private instructor, or a trusted ensemble director at your school. If you have any questions about the audition requirements, contact our faculty.
  • Recorded auditions must include both audio and video.
  • Dress in audition appropriate attire, similar to what you would wear for a concert or recital. Remove any distractions from the background.
  • Please be sure the lighting in your video is balanced. It may help to turn on lights or stand near a window. On the other hand, you may need to close window blinds or move away from bright lights.
  • Your video frame should capture as much of your body and instrument as possible. Do your best to make sure your hands and face are visible.
  • Do an audio test before you record your audition materials. Be sure to test various dynamic and pitch ranges. You may need to adjust your microphone placement in order to capture the best possible sound.
  • Introduce yourself, your accompanist (if applicable), and the selections you are performing.

Music Therapy Harp Audition Video Requirements

      1. Four-octave ascending and descending scale in one key, hands together

      2. Four-octave ascending and descending arpeggios in one key, alternating hands

      3. One orchestral cadenza

      4. From memory, one technical study or etude (e.g. Pozzoli Etudes of Medium Difficulty, Larivière Exercises et Etudes)

    5. From memory, one solo piece from the standard classical harp repertoire (e.g. Concerto in Bb, mvt. 1 (Handel), Absidioles (Andres), Etude de concert (Tournier))

Additional Contact Information

Chilali Hugo

Chilali Hugo

Faculty Associate

Music (Harp)

Phone: (734) 255-6152
Office Location: FAC 217C