Multiple Instruments
This page is for all first-year applicants applying to the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Music with an emphasis in instrumental performance for the fall semester who plan to audition for multiple instruments, as well as those interested in pursuing a music minor in instrumental performance. All application and audition requirements apply to those who are applying to participate in our instrumental ensembles. Current Pepperdine students who wish to audition either as a minor or as a member of our instrumental ensembles should contact the Fine Arts Recruitment Office.
For more information, please contact the Fine Arts Recruitment Office at 310.506.4111, or via email at fineartsrecruit@pepperdine.edu.
Application Requirements for Multiple Instruments
All students applying for the Bachelor of Arts in Music with an emphasis in instrumental performance, or for the music minor in instrumental performance, must complete the following:
- The application for Seaver College
- The Fine Arts supplemental application
- A live audition, either in-person or via Zoom
- The Music Fundamentals and Skills Assessment
All repertoire requirements for the live audition are the same as for the recorded video audition. You may use the same selections for both the recorded video audition and live audition if you wish, or you may choose different repertoire for the live audition that still fulfills the requirements.
Transfer applicants are strongly encouraged to review Pepperdine’s transfer policies and to contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@pepperdine.edu with further questions.
Supplemental Application Requirements for Multiple Instruments
You will receive access to your Application Portal after submitting your CommonApp. If you selected a Fine Arts major in your CommonApp, your Portal will include the Fine Arts Application Form. Those interested in pursuing a music minor or instrumental ensemble participation will need to reach out to the Fine Arts Recruitment Office to have the Fine Arts Application Form added to their Application Portal. Once you have submitted the Fine Arts Application Form, you will be able to submit your supplementary materials, including your recorded video auditions.
Those auditioning for multiple instruments must fulfill all requirements for the primary instrument of your choice. Please review the requirements for your primary instrument using the sidebar.
Should you wish to audition with additional instruments for faculty consideration, please contact the Fine Arts Recruitment Office at fineartsrecruit@pepperdine.edu in a follow-up email after completing the supplemental Fine Arts application. You do not need to submit multiple online applications.
Those auditioning for instrumental ensembles do NOT need to submit Fine Arts letters of recommendation. All other submission requirements apply.
Should you like to request a substitution to any portion of the required repertoire for your primary instrument, please contact the Fine Arts Recruitment Office at fineartsrecruit@pepperdine.edu.
Application Deadlines
All required materials must be submitted by the listed deadline. Any application not completed by the listed deadline may be removed from consideration. For all current application deadlines, please visit this page.
Applicants experiencing hardship or extenuating circumstances due to natural disaster or public health concerns in their local area that may affect their ability to satisfy application requirements may contact the Fine Arts Recruitment Office at fineartsrecruitment@pepperdine.edu to explore possible accommodations. Though we cannot guarantee that accommodations/exceptions will be possible, applicants are encouraged to contact the Recruitment Office as soon as possible to allow the maximum amount of time to consider alternative options.
This page is for all first-year applicants applying to participate in our instrumental ensembles. Current Pepperdine students who wish to audition for our instrumental ensembles should contact the Fine Arts Recruitment Office.
For more information, please contact the Fine Arts Recruitment Office at 310.506.4111, or via email at fineartsrecruit@pepperdine.edu.
Application Requirements for Instrumental Ensembles
All students applying for the Bachelor of Arts in Music with an emphasis in instrumental performance, or for the music minor in instrumental performance, must complete the following:
- The application for Seaver College
- The Fine Arts supplemental application
- A live audition, either in-person or via Zoom
Those auditioning for instrumental ensembles do NOT need to complete the Music Fundamentals and Skills Assessment.
All repertoire requirements for the live audition are the same as for the recorded video audition. You may use the same selections for both the recorded video audition and live audition if you wish, or you may choose different repertoire for the live audition that still fulfills the requirements.
Transfer applicants are strongly encouraged to review Pepperdine’s transfer policies and to contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@pepperdine.edu with further questions.
Supplemental Application Requirements for Instrumental Ensembles
Those interested in instrumental ensemble participation will need to reach out to the Fine Arts Recruitment Office to have the Fine Arts Application Form added to their Application Portal. Once you have submitted the Fine Arts Application Form, you will be able to submit your supplementary materials, including your recorded video auditions.
Those auditioning for instrumental ensembles must fulfill all requirements for the primary instrument of your choice. Please review the requirements for your primary instrument using the sidebar.
Should you wish to audition with additional instruments for faculty consideration, please contact the Fine Arts Recruitment Office at fineartsrecruit@pepperdine.edu in a follow-up email after completing the supplemental Fine Arts application. You do not need to submit multiple online applications.
Those auditioning for instrumental ensembles do NOT need to submit Fine Arts letters of recommendation. All other submission requirements apply.
Should you like to request a substitution to any portion of the required repertoire for your primary instrument, please contact the Fine Arts Recruitment Office at fineartsrecruit@pepperdine.edu.
Application Deadlines
All required materials must be submitted by the listed deadline. Any application not completed by the listed deadline may be removed from consideration. For all current application deadlines, please visit this page.
Applicants experiencing hardship or extenuating circumstances due to natural disaster or public health concerns in their local area that may affect their ability to satisfy application requirements may contact the Fine Arts Recruitment Office at fineartsrecruitment@pepperdine.edu to explore possible accommodations. Though we cannot guarantee that accommodations/exceptions will be possible, applicants are encouraged to contact the Recruitment Office as soon as possible to allow the maximum amount of time to consider alternative options.
In-Person Audition Instructions
All students applying for the Bachelor of Arts in Music with an emphasis in instrumental performance, or for the music minor in instrumental performance, or for participation in our instrumental ensembles must participate in a live audition, either virtually or in-person. Those participating in an in-person audition can expect the following.
Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your audition time in order to check in. Practice rooms may be available upon request.
Instrumentalists have the option of performing with an accompanist provided by the university. If you would like to use our accompanist, you must provide sheet music at least one week prior to your audition, as well as bringing paper copies when you arrive for your audition. We will not be able to print your sheet music for you on campus. You can submit your sheet music by emailing the Fine Arts Recruitment Office at fineartsrecruit@pepperdine.edu. Failure to submit your sheet music prior to your audition may result in us not being able to support your request for an accompanist.
Please prepare to perform a selection of your repertoire for the live audition. All repertoire requirements for the live audition are the same as for the recorded video audition. You may use the same selections for both the recorded video audition and live audition if you wish, or you may choose different repertoire for the live audition that still fulfills the requirements.
You may be asked to sight read as part of your live audition.
After the performance portion, each applicant for the music program will participate in a brief interview with the music faculty.
Zoom Audition Instructions
If you are unable to participate in an in-person audition, you have the option to audition via Zoom. Applicants who audition virtually will be treated equitably to those who audition in-person. Those participating in a virtual live audition should observe the following instructions.
Log into the Zoom meeting 15 minutes prior to your audition time in order to check in. You will be kept in a waiting room, and a Fine Arts staff member will communicate with you via Zoom chat. If you need to communicate with Fine Arts staff, please call 310.506.4111.
A virtual audition requires adequate lighting, neutral background, strong wifi or ethernet connection as well as appropriate camera angle(s) and audio settings. We strongly encourage all applicants to test their video and audio settings independently prior to their audition. For further information, please reference our Virtual Audition Guidelines.
Please prepare to perform a selection of your repertoire for the live audition. All repertoire requirements for the live audition are the same as for the recorded video audition. You may use the same selections for both the recorded video audition and live audition if you wish, or you may choose different repertoire for the live audition that still fulfills the requirements.
After the performance portion, each applicant for the music program will participate in a brief interview with the music faculty.
Ensemble Offerings
You do not have to be a music major or minor to participate in our Instrumental Ensembles. All Seaver students, regardless of major, are encouraged to audition for our ensembles. Explore the performing instrumental ensembles that Seaver College offers.
Scholarship Consideration
Additional scholarships may be available for ensemble members. By auditioning for our instrumental ensembles, you will automatically be considered for Fine Arts scholarships unless you choose to opt out. No additional scholarship application process is necessary to be considered for Fine Arts scholarships.
If you are interested in joining our Instrumental Ensembles but are NOT pursuing a music scholarship, we will have auditions available during the first week of New Student Orientation.