WCCA Application

• Arrive at the school at least 15 minutes before your scheduled audition time.
• Present yourself at the main foyer and someone at the reception table will tell you exactly where you need to be. Band instrument auditions will be held in Studio B located on the first floor back hallway.
• We will begin with a short interview asking some questions about your background. We want to get to know you a little. Next you will be asked to perform on your instrument.
• Your audition will last 10 minutes.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING ON THE DAY OF YOUR AUDITION:

• A positive attitude.
• An instrument, if you need to use a Walkerville instrument, please make note of that on your application so we can have an instrument ready for you.
• If you have experience playing your instrument, a prepared Bb concert scale, prepared piece of music to perform (any music is acceptable, a paper copy of your piece is preferred)
• If you are brand new to playing your instrument, be prepared to demonstrate what you know so far – how to put your instrument together, make a characteristic tone, fingers/embouchure in correct place.

HERE IS WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Students who demonstrate potential, are motivated, prepared, responsible and willing to learn

• See attached Audition Assessment Sheet. This Assessment sheet is exactly what the teachers will fill out when they see your audition.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO DO BEFORE COMING TO YOUR AUDITION:

• Complete and submit the WCCA Application Form due by Nov.3, 2023 by 3 pm

• Submit the Application fee of $25 to the Walkerville C.I. main office by Nov.3, 2023

• If possible, attend the WCCA Open House on T.B.D. from 6 to 8 pm

• Prepare your audition piece or practice basics of instrument playing.

FOR BAND INSTRUMENTS WITH EXPERIENCE

• Select a piece of music, band part or solo that shows your strengths. Choose a piece that shows your range of notes and articulations. You may be asked to play only a portion of your selection due to time limits. Please bring a copy of your music for the teacher to read.
• Be able to play a Bb concert scale, 2 octaves if possible, with a “ta” articulation.

• You will be given a short sight reading exercise, an 8 measure melody to read, practice silently and then play back.

Band Audition PDF

HERE IS HOW YOUR AUDITION DAY WILL WORK:

• You will need to arrive at least 15 minutes before your audition time.
• You will be met at the main foyer and directed to the change room and dance room.
• You will sign in, hand your picture of yourself, and get a number for the audition process.
• Your audition will be comprised of a dance class starting with a ballet barre, modern centre floor work and a jazz combination. There will be demonstrators for you to follow.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING ON THE DAY OF YOUR AUDITION:

• You need to have proper dance attire (not jeans) and shoes - ballet, jazz or socks
• Examples of proper dance attire include bodysuit, ballet pink tights, leggings, shorts and tight fitted shirts/tank tops. (preferably black).

• Bring a recent picture of yourself with your name and the name of your school written on the back.

HERE IS WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Students who are responsible and want to learn (previous training is not necessary)
• Demonstrate the potential to be successful in a dance class, demonstrate creative movement and the ability to pick up choreography.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO DO BEFORE ATTENDING YOUR AUDITION:

• Complete and submit the WCCA Application Form due by Nov.3, 2023 by 3 pm.

• Submit the Application fee of $25 to the Walkerville C.I. main office by Nov.3, 2023.

• If possible, attend the WCCA Open House on October 30^th, 2023 from 6 to 8 pm.

• Find a recent clear picture of yourself, any size and submit on the day of audition.

Dance Audition PDF

HOW YOUR AUDITION DAY WILL WORK:

• Arrive at the school at least 15 minutes before your scheduled audition time.
• Present yourself at the main foyer and someone at the reception table will tell you exactly where you need to be. Drama auditions are held in the auditorium.
• There will be a greeter who will sign you in. They will also tell you when you can go in for your audition.
• Once you are called to go in, please hand in your picture to the teacher(s) who are auditioning you.
• We will begin with a short interview, to get to know you a little. Next you will be asked to perform your monologue, during which time, you may be asked to stop to take direction or answer some questions.  The whole audition will last about 5 to 10 minutes.

BEFORE COMING TO YOUR AUDITION:

• Complete and submit the WCCA Application Form due by Nov.3, 2023 by 3 pm

• Submit the Application fee of $25 to the Walkerville C.I. main office by Nov.3, 2023

• If possible, attend the WCCA Open House on October 30^th, 2023 from 6 to 8 pm

• Find a recent clear picture of yourself, any size and submit on the day of audition.

ON THE DAY OF YOUR AUDITION:

• Bring a recent picture of yourself with your name and the name of your school written on the back.
• Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that will allow you to move freely.
• If you have performed in any plays or musicals, bring a list including names of roles, directors and organizations or schools.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Students who are talented, motivated, prepared and responsible, and have potential to grow in dramatic art. 

MONOLOGUES: 

Choose any one of the following 4 monologues and memorize it. Make sure you understand the content and vocabulary. When you present your monologue, don’t merely recite the words; say them with character and meaning.

THE GLASS MENAGERIE by Tennessee Williams

TOM: Yes, I have tricks in my pocket, I have things up my sleeve. But I am the opposite of a stage magician. He gives you illusion that has the appearance of truth. I give you truth in the pleasant disguise of illusion.  To begin with, this play is memory. Being a memory play, it is not realistic. I am the narrator of the play, and also a character in it. The other characters are my mother Amanda, my sister Laura and a gentleman caller who appears in the final scenes.  He is the most realistic character in the play. But since I have a poet's weakness for symbols, I am using this character also as a symbol; he is the long-delayed but always expected something that we live for. There is a fifth character in the play who doesn't appear except in a larger-than-life-size photograph over the mantel. This is our father who left us a long time ago.  He was a telephone man who fell in love with long distance; he gave up his job with the telephone company and skipped out of town. The last we heard of him was a picture postcard from Mazatlan, on the Pacific coast of Mexico, containing a message of two words - 'Hello - Good-bye!' and no address. I think the rest of the play will explain itself

OR…

PYGMALION by George Bernard Shaw

ELIZA:  My aunt died of influenza, so they said. But it's my belief they done the old woman in.  Yes, Lord love you! Why should she die of influenza when she come through diphtheria right enough the year before? Fairly blue with it she was. They all thought she was dead. But my father, he kept ladling gin down her throat. Then she come to so sudden that she bit the bowl off the spoon. Now, what would you call a woman with that strength in her have to die of influenza, and what become of her new straw hat that should have come to me? Somebody pinched it, and what I say is, them that pinched it, done her in. Them she lived with would have killed her for a hatpin, let alone a hat. And as for father ladling the gin down her throat, it wouldn't have killed her. Not her. Gin was as mother's milk to her. Besides, he's poured so much down his own throat that he knew the good of it.

OR…

OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder

GEORGE:  I’m celebrating because I’ve got a friend who tells me all the things that ought to be told me.  I’m glad you spoke to me like you did. But you’ll see. I’m going to change.  And Emily, I want to ask you a favor. Emily, if I go away to State Agricultural College next year, will you write me a letter? The day wouldn’t come when I wouldn’t want to know everything about our town.  Y’ know, Emily, whenever I meet a farmer I ask him if he thinks it’s important to go to Agricultural School to be a good farmer. And some of them say it’s even a waste of time.  And like you say, being gone all that time – in other places, and meeting other people.  I guess new people probably aren’t any better than old ones. Emily – I feel that you’re as good a friend as I’ve got. I don’t need to go and meet the people in other towns. Emily, I’m going to make up my mind right now – I won’t go. I’ll tell Pa about it tonight.

OR…

THE WOMEN by Clare Booth Luce

OLGA:  Know Mrs. Stephen Haines?  Mrs. Fowler feels awfully sorry for her. You would if you knew this Crystal Allen. You know, the girl who’s living with Mr. Haines. You see, Crystal Allen is a friend of mine. She’s really a terrible man-trap. She works behind the perfume counter at Sak’s. So did I before I got fi -- left. That’s how she met him. It was a couple of month ago. Us girls weren’t busy.  It was an awful rainy day, I remember. So, this gentleman walks up to the counter. He was the serious type, nice-looking, but kind of thin on top. Well, Crystal nabs him.  “I want some perfume,” he says. “May I ask what type of women for?” Crystal says, very ritzy.  That didn’t mean a thing. She was going to sell him our feature, Summer Rain, anyway.  “Is she young?” Crystal says. “No,” he says, sort of embarrassed. “Is she the glamorous type?” Crystal says. “No, thank God,” he says. “Thank God?” Crystal says, and bats her eyes. She’s got those eyes which run up and down a man like a searchlight. Well, she puts perfume on her palm and in the crook of her arm for him to smell. So he got to smelling around, and I guess he liked it. Because we heard him tell her his name.

Drama Audition PDF

HERE IS HOW YOUR AUDITION DAY WILL WORK:

• Arrive at the school at least 15 minutes before your scheduled audition time.
• Present yourself to the reception table in the main foyer of the school. Someone will tell you exactly where you need to go.
• You will begin with a short interview asking some questions about you. We want to get to know you a little.
• Next you will be asked to perform your scales, pieces and sight reading

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING ON THE DAY OF YOUR AUDITION:

• Your two pieces of music you will be playing
• A positive attitude
• Your guitar

HERE IS WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Students who demonstrate potential, are motivated, prepared, responsible and willing to learn
• See attached Audition Assessment Sheet. This Assessment Sheet is exactly what the teachers will fill out when they hear your audition.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO DO BEFORE COMING TO YOUR AUDITION:

• Complete and submit the WCCA Application Form due by Nov.3, 2023 by 3 pm

• Submit the Application fee of $25 to the Walkerville C.I. main office by Nov.3, 2023

• If possible, attend the WCCA Open House on October 30^th, 2023 from 6 to 8 pm
• Prepare your audition pieces

FOR GUITAR

• Select pieces that work best for you and show your strengths
• Show that you have good knowledge of music reading in treble clef and tablature.
• Be able to play RCM Grade One scales with correct fingering and consistent timing.
• Try to play contrasting pieces to show different styles of playing

Guitar Audition PDF

HERE IS HOW YOUR AUDITION DAY WILL WORK:

• You should arrive at the school at least 15 minutes before your scheduled audition time.
• You will present yourself at the main foyer and someone at the reception table will direct you exactly where to go. Media auditions are held in room 206 on the second floor.
• Once you arrive at room 206 there will be a meeting area, please wait for your time, Mr. Allison will call you in.   
• You will present your portfolio and discuss your Audition Interview questions. (see attached)

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING ON THE DAY OF YOUR AUDITION:

• Your portfolio (see ideas below for content)
• Your completed Audition Interview questions. (see below)

HERE IS WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Students who are: Talented, Motivated, Prepared and Responsible.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO DO BEFORE COMING TO YOUR AUDITION:

• Complete and submit the WCCA Application Form due by Nov.3, 2023 by 3 pm.

• Submit the Application fee of $25 to the Walkerville C.I. main office by Nov.3, 2023.

• If possible, attend the WCCA Open House on October 30^th, 2023 from 6 to 8 pm.

FOR MEDIA

• Create your portfolio
• Put together a collection of photos, digital manipulations, video, graphic design, and or artwork that represents your strongest work. The portfolio does not have to have each of the areas identified. If all you have is artwork, then bring in your strongest work.

TIPS ON PICKING THE WORK FOR THE PORTFOLIO

• Select Photos that are in focus, have good exposure, interesting composition
• Select works that demonstrates creativity
• Select work that demonstrates your digital manipulation and other digital skills
• Your portfolio should be organized in a folder, presentation binder, or clearly labeled in a folder on a USB Drive.
• If you have it – include work that has been digitally produced.

Media Arts Audition PDF

HERE IS HOW YOUR AUDITION DAY WILL WORK:

• You will arrive at WCI at least 15 minutes before your scheduled audition time.
• You will present yourself at the main foyer and someone at the reception table will tell you exactly where to go.

WHAT DO I PREPARE AHEAD OF TIME FOR MY AUDITION?

• Prepare TWO piano solo pieces (classical, jazz, or pop/own choice)
  • Select pieces that work best for you and show your strengths
  • Try to select contrasting pieces to show different styles of playing
  • Performing from memory (without sheet music) is best

• Prepare to play two scales of your choice, one major and one minor (harmonic, melodic, or natural) at your RCM/CCM grade level
• If you don’t have an RCM/CCM grade level, play a C Major scale in both the right hand and left hand, or hands together.
• If you haven’t played a C Major Scale before, you can learn it by following this link and watching the video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfDJ-OAIADo
• Prepare to briefly explain why you hope to be part of the WCCA Piano Program.

HERE IS WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Students who have musical ability, are motivated, prepared, responsible, and willing to learn.
• See the WCCA PIANO: Audition Form below. This Assessment Sheet is exactly what the audition team will fill out when they view your audition.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO DO BEFORE YOU AUDITION:

• Complete and submit the WCCA Application Form due by Nov.3, 2023 by 3 pm.

• Submit the Application fee of $25 to the Walkerville C.I. main office by Nov.3, 2023.

• If possible, attend the WCCA Open House on October 30^th, 2023 from 6 to 8 pm.

HERE IS HOW YOUR AUDITION DAY WILL WORK:

• You will arrive at the school at least 15 minutes before your scheduled audition time.
• You will present yourself at the main foyer and someone at the reception table will tell you exactly where you need to be. String instrument auditions are held in Studio B located on the first floor back hallway.
• We will begin with a short interview asking some questions about your background. We want to get to know you a little.
• Next you will be asked to perform your scale, prepared pieces and sight reading.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING ON THE DAY OF YOUR AUDITION:

• A prepared a two octave scale and arpeggio of your choice.
• Two contrasting prepared pieces of music and copies for the adjudicators to read.
• A positive attitude.

HERE IS WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Students who demonstrate potential, are motivated, prepared, responsible and willing to learn
• See attached Audition Assessment Sheet. This Assessment sheet is exactly what the teachers will fill out when they see your audition.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO DO BEFORE COMING TO YOUR AUDITION:

• Complete and submit the WCCA Application Form due by Nov.3, 2023 by 3 pm.

• Submit the Application fee of $25 to the Walkerville C.I. main office by Nov.3, 2023.

• If possible, attend the WCCA Open House on October 30^th, 2023 from 6 to 8 pm.

FOR STRING INSTRUMENTS

• Prepare two (2) contrasting selections - contrasting in style and tempo. Choosing pieces from two different historical time periods is suggested. You DO NOT require an accompanist for your audition.
• You will be required to sight read a short excerpt of the level expected in the course. Demonstration of scales in other key signatures would be an asset

String Audition PDF

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING ON THE DAY OF YOUR AUDITION:

• Your portfolio - see below for content.

HERE IS WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Students who are talented, motivated, prepared and responsible.
• When examining your portfolio, Instructors will be looking for students who demonstrate ability within the visual and creative arts. We are looking for students who are excited about creating and exploring art. We will be looking at your portfolio for demonstrated skill and dedication to the improvement of your abilities.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO DO BEFORE COMING TO YOUR AUDITION:

• Complete and submit the WCCA Application Form due by Nov.3, 2023 by 3 pm.
• Submit the Application fee of $25 to the Walkerville C.I. main office by Nov.3, 2023.
• If possible, attend the WCCA Open House on October 30^th, 2023 from 6 to 8 pm.

CREATE YOUR PORTFOLIO

• Put together a collection of recent artwork (within the last two years) including paintings, drawings, school assignments, sculptures (photographs of any three dimensional work), photographs, prints, digital manipulations, and graphic designs. The portfolio does not have to have each of the areas identified. Students should bring in their strongest work.

• Try to include a variety of types of artworks. Include sketchbooks and rough work if available. If possible, include work that is created from life and imagination. The above list is a suggestion. If you have other artwork that does not fall into the above categories, then by all means, include it in your portfolio.

• Try to include a maximum of 10-12 artworks from the above list. If you do not have enough artworks, submit what you have available. If you have more artworks, try to limit the work to the amount suggested.

• Submit a portfolio upon arrival at your audition. Clearly mark on the portfolio your name and home school. Please put a note on the portfolio that identifies it as an audition portfolio for Mr. Lock. Put your name on every individual artwork. If one artwork gets misplaced, we want to be able to return it to you.

• All portfolios/artwork MUST be picked up immediately after of the auditions. DO NOT BRING THE PORTFOLIO TO THE SCHOOL BEFORE THE DATE OF THE AUDITION. DO NOT LEAVE THE PORTFOLIO AT THE SCHOOL WHEN YOU ARE FINISHED. 

TIPS ON PICKING THE WORK FOR THE PORTFOLIO

• Select artworks that show your creative ability, technical skill, and personal interest in art.

• Select works that demonstrate a range in ability and mediums.

• Select work that demonstrates your strengths as a creative person.

• Your portfolio should be organized in a folder or binder with your name and current school clearly marked on all artworks.
• If you have it – you may include work that has been digitally produced. If you have a video or portfolio online, you may include a link to it when you submit your work.

Visual Arts Audition PDF

HERE IS HOW YOUR AUDITION DAY WILL WORK:

• You will arrive at WCI at least 15 minutes before your scheduled audition time.
• You will present yourself at the main foyer and someone at the reception table will tell you exactly where to go.

WHAT DO I PREPARE AHEAD OF TIME FOR MY AUDITION?

• Prepare a vocal solo (a pop song, classical solo, folk song, musical theatre solo, jazz standard, etc.)
• Perform the song with accompaniment. You can bring sheet music for our pianist to play or choose a good-quality background/karaoke track with no other vocals. We will play your track on our sound system.
• Choose a song you feel confident singing and that shows your strengths as a vocalist. See evaluation rubric below.
• Prepare to sing a scale a cappella on solfege (do, re, mi, fa, so, la, ti, do).
• If you haven’t sung this scale before, use this video to learn the scale: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkW4v_MJEUg
• Prepare to briefly explain why you hope to be part of the WCCA Vocal Program.

HERE IS WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Students who have musical ability, are motivated, prepared, responsible and willing to learn.
• See the WCCA VOICE: Audition Form below. This Assessment Sheet is exactly what the audition team will fill out when they view your audition.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO DO BEFORE YOU AUDITION:

• Complete and submit the WCCA Application Form due by Nov.3, 2023 by 3 pm.

• Submit the Application fee of $25 to the Walkerville C.I. main office by Nov.3, 2023.

• If possible, attend the WCCA Open House on October 30^th, 2023 from 6 to 8 pm.

Vocal Audition PDF