Eligibility & Application

Welcome to Season 2024-25!

Eligibility
Instrumentalists (string, piano, woodwind, brass, harp, guitar, percussion) and vocalists, age 8-20 may apply. Outside this age range, pre-formed groups highly recommended. Level ranges from upper intermediate to very advanced.  

Repertoire requirements: Two contrasting pieces or one major work that demonstrates the technical and musical range of the applicant. Piano accompaniment is not required.

Application Deadline
We accept applications up to 3 days before each branch’s audition date.  Check branch calendars.

By providing a YouTube video link in your application along with requests, we start thinking about grouping students as soon as we receive the application. 

Those who apply after audition dates will be placed on the Waiting List.  We advise that you email the director before applying late as application fees are non-refundable. 

Online application and fee ($90).

Apply early and take advantage of the Early Bird Discount of $20! Offer ends 7/10/2024.

Audition times will be emailed roughly 1 week before auditions. 

Tuition Fee
A non-fundable Tuition fee of $690 is due BEFORE Orientation. A late fee ($50) will be added to all payments not received at Orientation, or postmarked by the day following Orientation.

More Information
For questions or more information, visit the FAQ Page or email JCM's Executive Director Dr. Susan Boettger.