Photographer: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
The University at Buffalo’s Department of Music welcomes talented musicians to audition for our undergraduate programs (MusB and BA), performance minors, graduate programs (MM and DMA) and Advanced Certificate. Auditions are held throughout the academic year for both fall and spring semester enrollments.
Baird Recital Hall (250 Baird Hall)
Baird Recital Hall (250 Baird Hall)
We want to hear your best, so review our suggested repertoire (audition requirements see below) to guide your preparation.
🎥 Note: Video submissions are for prospective majors only—not for studio lessons or minor auditions. To be eligible for Department of Music merit-based scholarship awards, prospective undergraduate majors should audition in person.
Follow these steps to begin your undergraduate musical journey at UB:
The Department of Music awards merit-based scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 to outstanding undergraduate music majors. To be eligible, prospective undergraduate majors should audition in person.
Violin
Viola
Cello
Double Bass
An accompanist will be provided. Bring your scores, and please make sure your selections are appropriate for your voice level!
Snare Drum
Keyboard Percussion
Timpani
Contact Thomas Kolor for assistance with substitute repertoire.
For information on auditioning for ensembles (open to UB students and Buffalo community members), visit the specific ensemble pages. Popular ensembles include:
The Chamber Singers.
The Department of Music gladly accepts video auditions, though in-person auditions are preferred when possible.