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WHEN CAN I AUDITION?

Auditions are held “live” and in person during the second semester of each school year. In addition to prospective new members, current members who wish to return to the ensemble also audition again each spring.

WHERE DO I START?

  • Set a time and date for PART ONE (open to all interested individuals) of your audition with the Director of Scarlet and Cream by contacting the Nebraska Alumni Association at (402) 472-4223.
  • Prepare and memorize ONE ballad and ONE up-tempo song to sing/play.
  • Prepare to sight read music and do vocalizations, as well as pitch matching exercises
  • Prepare a short musical resume, including names/contact information for three references
  • Set yourself up for success by looking your personal best. Women should wear a dress, skirt and sweater, or blouse and slacks. Men should wear a coat and tie, sweater and slacks, or shirt and tie. You never get a second chance to make a first impression, and we want to see and hear you at your best.
  • You may bring your own accompanist, or one will be provided for you.
  • Taped or pre-recorded accompaniment tracks are not encouraged.

Following PART ONE of the audition process, you will be contacted regarding a potential invitation to participate in PART TWO (by invitation only) of the audition process (which automatically includes the returning members of Scarlet and Cream). PART TWO takes place on Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 at the Wick Alumni Center

Scarlet and Cream is a scholarship opportunity for each singer, band member, and technician, and your scholarship money is applied directly to your tuition and fees.

FEELING OVERWHELMED?

After reading all of the guidelines given to and expectations placed upon those interested in auditioning for the Scarlet and Cream Singers, there is the slightest chance that interested people may feel overwhelmed. Rest assured, we do our best to make the audition process as painless as possible and provide everyone with the best environment, both for PART ONE (the initial one-on-one audition), and also for PART TWO (the final audition).

You’ll find friendly people waiting to help, to answer questions, and to point you in the right direction, genuinely welcoming you with the best hospitality that the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has to offer. So, if you’re interested, follow the simple steps, and hopefully you’ll get the chance to have the Scarlet and Cream experience.