AMPD Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Here is a list of recommended accompanists for hire.

Please note, Jazz drummers should perform solo, without accompaniment.

You may only audition in a single area but make your other abilities clear on your supplemental application. Music students can take courses from all the areas they are interested in, no matter what they auditioned for (though some courses require additional auditions).

You may only audition on a single instrument but be sure to include information regarding your skills and training on a second instrument on your supplemental application.

There is not. However, all of your musical training will be taken into consideration when assessing your application.

Your interview will include some general theory questions. There will be no separate theory evaluation.

We recommend that you check in at the registration desk at least half an hour prior to your audition time.  A warm-up room will be provided for you and, at the appropriate time, you will be escorted to the audition room.

We encourage you to bring an accompanist if you wish to do so but please do not use drums as part of your accompaniment for the audition. Please refer to the following “instrument – specific” accompaniment guidelines: Jazz vocalists should be accompanied by piano or guitar. Jazz guitarists and pianists may perform solo or be accompanied by bass. Jazz wind or string players may perform solo or be accompanied by piano or guitar and/or bass. Jazz bassists may perform solo or be accompanied by piano or guitar. Jazz drummers should perform solo, without accompaniment.