open Audition TO SING WITH THE BRSO
The BRSO is holding an open audition for a solo vocalist for our annual Home for the Holidays concert on
December 21, 2024. This is a special opportunity to perform with a full symphony orchestra and chorus performing holiday favorites for the entire community.
The first round of auditions will be a video submission. Please see the audition requirements below.
If needed, selected finalists will be invited to a callback audition at a later date.
This will be a paid opportunity and requires the vocalist to be available for a rehearsal on December 20th at 7:30pm, and the concert on December 21st at 2:00pm in Baton Rouge, LA.
SUBMISSION DETAILS
1) Please follow these instructions for the video recording:
Video recordings can be made using whatever device you have available (smartphone, laptop, tablet, etc.)
Videos must be continuous and unedited.
Please record one of the following songs: (links provided as a guide, these are the arrangements we will be using):
2) Upload the recording to YouTube or another preferred storage or video platform. Copy the link to the video and submit it on the online registration form below.
3) Deadline for submission: October 31, 2024
INSTRUCTIONS FOR UPLOADING YOUR VIDEO TO YOUTUBE
Please note: you must be at least 13 years of age or older to have an account. If you are too young, please use an adult’s account.
1) Log in to your YouTube account.
2) Click on the video icon with the plus at the top right side of the window.
3) Click “Upload Video”
4) Click “Select files to upload” to find the video saved on your computer - or drag and drop it into the window.
5) Select the Privacy Setting to be “Unlisted” in the Visibility Options. This will keep the video visible to you and only the people who you share the link with.
6) Click on Share Video, and copy the link.
7) Paste the link into the online registration form.