In this "Quick Tip Tuesday" bonus episode of the College Audition Pro's podcast, host Drew Boudreau emphasizes the importance of audition etiquette for college admissions. He explains that while talent is key, professionalism is one of the few aspects applicants can control, and it signals to auditors that a student will be a reliable and respectful member of their program for four years. The episode outlines ten guidelines for proper etiquette, starting with being polite to everyone encountered outside the audition room, as connections can be unpredictable. Key points include preparing materials thoroughly, respecting monitors who may influence decisions, and maintaining quiet, friendly behavior in waiting areas. Inside the room, applicants should greet the panel first, then interact politely with the accompanist, providing clear musical details. Slating requires knowledge of song and show specifics to demonstrate effort. After the audition, thanking all involved is crucial, and sending a thank-you note is advisable only when appropriate. Boudreau stresses that good etiquette does not require changing one's personality but simply acting professionally, prepared, and polite throughout the process. The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to submit questions for future episodes via email or Instagram.
[music] Welcome to the College Audition Pro's podcast, where we help you get ready, get set, get accepted. My name is Drew Boudreau, the founder of College Audition Pro's, and let's get going. Welcome back to the College Audition Pro's podcast for a quick tip Tuesday bonus episode. My name is Drew Boudreau, and I'm the founder and lead coach at College Audition Pro's. Today, we're diving into audition etiquette. Before we get into what proper audition etiquette entails, it's important to understand why there are such an emphasis on it at your college auditions in particular. The truth is, there is very little you can control in regards to getting accepted into your dream school, and one of those things is your professionalism. Remember that your college auditions are different from an audition for a specific show. The auditors are not only looking at your talent, but also deciding if you are someone that they would want to see five days a week for four years. Having good audition etiquette is an excellent way to signal to them that you will take your training seriously and not be a headache for them down the road. That said, here are the College Audition Pro's guidelines to respectful audition etiquette. Number one, be polite to everyone you see from the moment you leave your house. This is an old school rule, but it has lasted for a reason. The woman you cut off on the freeway may be the head of your dream school, and the woman in line behind you at Starbucks may be one too. Now this is not a tactic to make you anxious or paranoid, but it is a reminder that professionalism does not begin and end in the audition room. This is especially true at Unified's when everyone is sharing the same elevator, so be kind and save the negative conversations for the privacy of your home or hotel room. Number two, be prepared. Having your headshots, resumes, sheet music, and any other items you may need for your audition organized and ready to go is a major sign to colleges that you are reliable. Read all of the directions from your school to ensure that you are 100% ready to go when the time comes. Number three, be respectful of the monitors. You never know what role they have in the decision process, but you can be guaranteed that they do have the ear of whoever is in the audition room. Number four, be friendly to the others in the waiting room, but keep the volume low, especially if you are standing near the audition room itself. Number five, when you're in the waiting room, it is okay to do some warming up or final prepping, but again, be aware of your noise level and use your spatial awareness to ensure that you are being mindful of the other auditioners in the room. Number six, when you enter the audition room, do your best to say hello to the panel before making your way over to the accompanist or setting up your speaker. Number seven, if there isn't a accompanist, remember that they are a person too, quickly, but politely introduce yourself to them and be prepared to properly show them the title of your song, the tempo, and any cuts that may be in your music. This is something that you should practice before your auditions. Number eight, be ready to slate. It is vital to know the names of the composers, lyricists, and playwrights as well as the show titles. This may seem like a small detail, but it showcases the panel that you have put in the effort into learning your material. When your audition is done, this is number nine, when your audition is done, remember to thank the panel, the accompanist, and the monitor before leaving. Remember to maintain your professionalism until you once again are home or in the comfort of your hotel room. Number ten, if and only if it is appropriate, you may send a thank you note to your auditor. We will discuss this topic further in next week's episode. And there you have it. Remember having good audition etiquette does not mean acting like someone you're not. It simply means being professional, prepared, and polite during your auditions. Thanks for listening to the College Audition Pro's podcast. If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please feel free to email us at C-A-P, at College Audition Pro's, or visit us at collegeuditionpro's.com. If you would like the chance for your question to be answered on the podcast, submit it to the question bubble on our Instagram Story every Monday. Thanks a lot. [Music]
Podcast Summary
Key Points:
Professionalism is one of the few controllable factors in college auditions; auditors assess if you are someone they want to work with for four years.
Be polite to everyone you encounter, as they may have connections to the audition panel; this includes maintaining professionalism outside the audition room.
Prepare all materials (headshots, resumes, sheet music) in advance and follow instructions carefully.
Respect monitors and be friendly to other auditioners, keeping noise low in waiting areas.
Enter the audition room by greeting the panel first, then handle accompanist or setup.
Introduce yourself to the accompanist and provide clear details about your music (title, tempo, cuts).
Slate with knowledge of composers, lyricists, and show titles to show preparation.
Thank the panel, accompanist, and monitor after your audition.
Send a thank-you note only when appropriate (discussed further in a future episode).
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Good etiquette is about being professional, prepared, and polite, not pretending to be someone else.
Summary:
In this "Quick Tip Tuesday" bonus episode of the College Audition Pro's podcast, host Drew Boudreau emphasizes the importance of audition etiquette for college admissions. He explains that while talent is key, professionalism is one of the few aspects applicants can control, and it signals to auditors that a student will be a reliable and respectful member of their program for four years. The episode outlines ten guidelines for proper etiquette, starting with being polite to everyone encountered outside the audition room, as connections can be unpredictable.
Key points include preparing materials thoroughly, respecting monitors who may influence decisions, and maintaining quiet, friendly behavior in waiting areas. Inside the room, applicants should greet the panel first, then interact politely with the accompanist, providing clear musical details. Slating requires knowledge of song and show specifics to demonstrate effort.
After the audition, thanking all involved is crucial, and sending a thank-you note is advisable only when appropriate. Boudreau stresses that good etiquette does not require changing one's personality but simply acting professionally, prepared, and polite throughout the process. The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to submit questions for future episodes via email or Instagram.
FAQs
Audition etiquette signals professionalism, which is one of the few things you can control. It shows auditors you'll take training seriously and be a good fit for their program over four years.
Be polite to everyone you encounter from the moment you leave home, as you never know who might be connected to your dream school. Avoid negative conversations in public spaces.
Have your headshots, resumes, sheet music, and other items organized. Read all school directions carefully to ensure you're fully ready.
Be respectful to monitors, as they may have influence with the audition panel and can report on your behavior.
Say hello to the panel first, then approach the accompanist or set up your speaker. Politely introduce yourself to the accompanist and provide song details.
Know the names of composers, lyricists, playwrights, and show titles. This demonstrates effort and preparation.
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