Presentation
Core Curriculum:
// Vocal Performance // Ensembles // Advanced Theory // Theory & Harmony // Chorale // Musical Theatre // Movement for Vocalists
The Virtual Audition Includes:
Upon receipt of the application and approval to audition, the student will receive a link to an online portal login to submit their audition components. Within the portal, students can directly upload their videos.
Uploads required: 3 videos or YouTube links
Component 1: The applicant will submit a video of a performance of a musical selection not to exceed two minutes from one the following categories:
- Sacred/Gospel
- Classical
- Patriotic
- Musical Theatre
Applicants may perform a cappella or provide their own accompaniment.
Component 2: The applicant will receive the name of a common song for the student to sing on video when they log in to Moodle.
Component 3: The applicant will hear a pitch exercise on the computer. The student will record the exercise.
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Instructor
Patton Rice, director of vocal music at the Mississippi School of the Arts, has been a soloist and has performed at Carnegie Hall several times. As a baritone, he has distinguished himself as a performer and soloist with several symphony orchestras, opera and theater companies throughout the state, nation and abroad. Rice’s education includes a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from Auburn University, and a Masters in Vocal Performance from Florida State University, where he is an ABD doctoral candidate.
“I teach voice class with a lot of one-on-one. They get choral preparation, musical training, as well as solo preparation.”
Accompanist
Cindy Hunter is a seasoned collaborative accompanist with many years of instrumental experience. Her contribution to the vocal music program is exemplified by personal training with students, along with the entire MSA Chorale.
