Audition for the Booker T. Choir

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The Music department of Booker T. Washington HSPVA is committed to providing our students with the formal instruction that will prepare them to successfully  enter a program of music study at an institution of higher learning.
​Our faculty consists of active musicians who perform and maintain a national presence.
​Fredrick Sanders (Head of Jazz Studies) is a Booker T alumnus and has over 20 years of Jazz and instructional experience. In addition to having two of his own albums, he has played with jazz artists all across the nation.
William George-Twyman (Choral Director) holds multiple Masters of Music, and is ABD in Choral Conducting from the University of Oklahoma. He has performed internationally as both singer and conductor. 
Dr. Michael Jacko (Orchestra Director, Conservatory Director) has served as conductor of the Maryland Sinfonietta and Cover Conductor of the National Gallery of Art Orchestra in Washington DC, at the university level and holds advanced degrees in music and conducting. 
Larry Schnitzer (Wind Ensemble Director, Conducting) is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and is a proud alumnus of the Arts Magnet High School at Booker T. Washington. He maintains a busy schedule as a clinician and adjudicator and is affiliated with TMEA and TMAA.
Leonard Hayes (Director of Piano Studies, Asst. Conservatory Director) earned his Master in Music Performance and Literature from Eastman School of Music. 
Steve Schrag (Guitar Studies) has played in live bands and studio sessions across the nation, and maintains an active performance schedule in addition to teaching. 
Audra Scott (Vocal Technique, Opera, Gospel) is an award-winning soprano who earned her Masters in Music from the University of Arizona and is known for her role as Lily in Gershwin's Porgy and Bess. 
Jasmine Barnes (Composition, Jazz Singers) earned her Master in Arts in Music Composition from Morgan State University.
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Audition Requirements and Scoring 
Thank you for your interest in auditioning for the Booker T. Choir!
The most up to date audition information is listed at https://www.dallasisd.org/Page/44184  Please consult this site for the most up to date information. 

Vocal Audition Material
Perform one selection from memory from one of the following choices:
o Pathways of Song (any volume)
o Folksongs for Young Singers (any volume)
o Any other age-appropriate classical song
 Students MUST bring a copy of the sheet music for their song.
 Perform a series of vocalizes to determine range, vocal quality, and general vocal health.
 Matching of pitches played on a piano.
 Be prepared to sight read.