NFAA

Cinematic Arts

Dance

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Music

Voice

"Master Teachers at YoungArts Week provided insight and inspiration that changed the way I think about both music and my life. "

- Amy Chen

MUSIC – MUSIC COMPOSITION REQUIREMENTS
Participants are required to submit the following:

1. Submit a full score for each of two original compositions. (Please do not send original documents as scores will NOT be returned).

- A work for solo or small ensemble (up to eight voices or instruments).
- A work for large ensemble, either vocal or instrumental (nine or more voices or instruments).

2. A videotaped audition for both works is preferred. (CD's or audiotapes will be accepted if videotape/DVD is not available)

REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTENT OF MUSIC DVD or VHS AUDITION:

	Do's (required)	Don'ts (can be disqualified)
1.	Record your audition using a NEW VHS cassette or DVD. CD's or audiotapes will be accepted if videotape/DVD is not available. In the event the previously mentioned recording methods are not available YoungArts can accept a MIDI file of your Music composition. This applies to music composition only.	Do not submit a mini-DV, mini cassette or VCD. QuickTime and AVI files will not be accepted for adjudication.
2.	Announce your audition in the following manner: "My YoungArts ID# is 08009999/251." My first piece is (title)and was composed on (date)." (You will receive your YoungArts ID# once you have completed the registration process).	Do not state your name or place it in or on the video/DVD box/case. Do not make any other comments. You name must NOT appear of the submitted scores.
3.	Use a fixed point of view for your camera including all band members. Shoot straight on, leaving the camera in one location.	Do not pan or move the camera.
4.	Use a good quality microphone and check for good balance and blend. Edits between movements and pieces are allowed.	Do not edit within the piece. No sound enhancements are allowed.
5.	Submit your audition materials according to the official mailing requirements.
6.	You must, if chosen as a finalist, give YoungArts permission to use your submission in relationship to the YoungArts process. You are responsible for communicating any copyright information current and/or pending for your submission.
7.	Include the names of each piece as well as the composition date as well as the DVD track/Chapter # or VHS/DVD player counter/Timestamp on the content card inside the DVD/Videotape/ CD case.
Recommendations There should be short pauses between selections. If recording your pieces onto a DVD, do not assume that our adjudicators will be able to view it. As soon as the DVD is recorded, make certain you view it in its entirety on a standard DVD player prior to submitting. Do not view your submission on a laptop or desktop as it could format the disc to play only on a computer. NOTE: Videotapes/DVD's will not be returned. Participants should make and keep copies of all materials submitted. YoungArts is not responsible for submissions lost or damaged in the mail.