Instructions for recording and uploading audition videos

 

Recording Setting

• Record in the spirit of a live performance

• Choose a space with good natural acoustics

• Wear clothes appropriate for a live concert performance

 

Recording Instructions

• Introduce yourself at the beginning of the video

• Keep in mind the scholarship has an entertainment aspect so connect with your audience and be yourself!

 

Camera Position (could be a phone or computer)

• Set up the camera in a fixed position

• Make sure we can see you and your hands (for technique)

 

If your video is saved to a desktop or laptop computer:

• Sign in to your YouTube account (a parent’s or teacher’s account may be used if needed) and click the Upload link at the top of the YouTube page.

• Be sure that your video will be either Unlisted or Public. If your video is Private, adjudicators will not be able to access your video for evaluation and judging.

• Click on the Upload button, browse for your video file, select the file you want to upload and click Open.

• Once the upload is complete, click “Done” to confirm.

 

If your video is saved to a mobile device:

• Tap the “Share” option on your device and select YouTube.

• Be sure that your video will be either Unlisted or Public. If your video is Private, adjudicators will not be able to access your video for evaluation and judging.

• Once the upload is complete, click “Done” to confirm.