All applicants to the Music Program must submit completed application and teacher recommendation forms and the following REQUIRED ASSIGNMENTS:

ALL MUSIC APPLICANTS:

1. An audition video recording, submitted ONLY on DVD or mini-DVD that includes your performance of two pieces of contrasting styles that you have studied. The maximum combined performance length for the audition is six minutes.
2. Begin your video by stating your name, your instrument(s) and the number of years you have played each (if applicable), and the titles and composers of your selections. (Label the DVD or mini-DVD with the same information). Then start your audition.
   
   ACCEPTABLE file formats for video submission: .avi, .mov, .wav, and .wmv. Please do not include files in a format that is native to the program you are using to edit video (if applicable). Auditions submitted on VHS, CD, Mini-DV, Hi-8, or on any other analog cassette tape will not be reviewed.
3. In addition, ON A SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER, write your answer to the following question: Why do you want to attend the California State Summer School for the Arts, and what do you think you will contribute to the Music Program?

Optional Composition Assignment:

If you have a strong interest and ability in composing, you may include a DVD or mini-DVD recording of ONE original composed piece. Please note this is IN ADDITION TO THE REQUIRED ASSIGNMENTS outlined above.

1. An audition video recording, submitted ONLY on DVD or mini-DVD. The maximum performance length for the audition is six minutes.
2. Begin your video by stating your name, the title, the instrumentation of your piece and the method of composition, (software platform). After you introduce yourself, begin the one original piece that best shows your range of abilities. The music may either be a recording of a live performance or a computer realization (you do not need to video the computer). Label the DVD or mini-DVD with your name and date of birth.
3. You MUST provide a copy of the notated score of your original composition. You may submit either handwritten manuscript or computerized printouts made with notation software.

RETURNING STUDENTS: In addition, you must submit a brief statement of your specific learning objectives and reasons for wanting to return to the school. If you previously attended CSSSA in an artistic discipline other than Music, you must submit a recommendation from a CSSSA instructor in that department.

FOR ALL STUDENTS, PLEASE NOTE:

• Your audition video must be submitted on a DVD or mini-DVD. No other digital or analog formats are allowed. Auditions submitted on VHS-tapes, CD, mini-DV's, Hi-8, etc. will not be reviewed.
• Clearly label your materials and its container with your name and date of birth.
• We DO NOT assume responsibility for the loss or damage of submissions. AUDITION MATERIALS WILL NOT BE RETURNED.

If you are applying to both vocal and instrument, you must submit a separate application, application fee and audition video for each area. Clearly label the forms and audition materials with the different areas. Vocalists whose MAIN interest is acting in musical theatre should apply to the Theater Program.

Send your audition materials and written statement, completed forms and teacher recommendations, the application fee, and financial aid request with tax documentation (if applicable) in one package to:

California State Summer School for the Arts
Attn.: Music Department
P.O. Box 1077
Sacramento, CA 95812-1077