Friday, October 7, 2016

Strathmore Artist in Residence

Artist in Residence
Audition Application Information

Now celebrating its 11th Anniversary, the prestigious Strathmore Artists in Residence program was created to support the point of transition from amateur to career artist. The program has mentored 70 young musicians, ages 16-32, since its inception in 2005. Each year through a competitive selection process, a class of six is chosen and benefits greatly from the support of participating mentors and musicians, thirty hours of professional development seminars and extensive performance opportunities offered throughout the 10 month program.

Eligibility requirements:

Between the ages of 16-32
​Performing at a high level of musical integrity
An ability to compose and improvise
Living in the greater DC metropolitan area

If you are interested in being considered for one of the six positions, please submit these items to auditions@strathmore.org between October 15 and December 15, 2016. Earlier applications will not be considered.

Personal contact information
Personal bio
An 18 month performance history
Three YouTube links or mp3 files. At least one of these should be an original composition.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. You will be notified regarding your status by January 5, 2017. Auditions will take place in the Mansion at Strathmore in late January.

Strathmore Website