BECOME A MAVERICK

GRADES 6-8

1. All work must be submitted in a portfolio. Full name, school, and grade should be printed on the cover of the portfolio.

2. Submission of Two-Dimensional Artwork: Applicants must submit eight (8) examples of their best artwork using different art media. All work must be flat. Rolled or framed drawings will not be accepted.

3. Submission of Sketchbook: Applicants should submit a sketchbook reflecting the range of their artistic explorations.

4. A performance test will be administered. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate imagination, creativity, and drawing skills.

5. A personal interview to help determine the student’s level of interest, discipline, and suitability for the program.

6. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for.

GRADES 9-10

1. All work must be submitted in a portfolio. Full name, school, and grade should be printed on the cover of the portfolio.

2. Submission of Two-Dimensional Artwork: Applicants must submit eight (8) examples of their best artwork using different art media. All work must be flat. Rolled or framed drawings will not be accepted.

3. Submission of Sketchbook: Applicants should submit a sketchbook reflecting the range of their artistic explorations.

4. A performance test will be administered. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate imagination, creativity, and drawing skills.

5. A personal interview to help determine the student’s level of interest, discipline, and suitability for the program.

6. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for.

BAND: WIND/BRASS/PERCUSSION

GRADES 6-8

1. Performance of a prepared selection on an instrument (woodwind, brass, percussion bass, guitar, piano, or recorder).

2. Performance of a one or two octave major scale on an instrument (woodwind, brass, percussion, bass, guitar, piano, or recorder).

3. Sight reading

4. Aural pitch matching

5. Brief interview

6. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for.

NOTE: Instrument assignment for beginners is at the discretion of the director.

GRADES 9-10

1. Performance of a prepared selection on an instrument (woodwind, brass, percussion bass, guitar, piano, or recorder).

2. Performance of a one or two octave major scale on an instrument (woodwind, brass, percussion, bass, guitar, piano, or recorder).

3. Sight reading

4. Aural pitch matching

5. Brief interview

6. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for.

NOTE: Instrument assignment for beginners is at the discretion of the director.

GRADES 6-10

Before the audition:

1. A video uploaded to the Google form. Click Here: Google Form.

2. The video can be a compilation of different videos/films the student has created either in class or on their own time. It can include, but is not limited to news story/package, short films, commercials, public service announcements, documentaries, etc… Students may be featured on-screen in the video. The maximum time on the compilation is three minutes. Any video longer than that will not be permissible.

3. As proof of authenticity, each video must include its own credits, be as specific and honest as to what the applicant completed on their own, they will be asked about it.

4. You may upload a video or supply a link in the form. Make sure the YouTube links are marked as “public” or “unlisted”.

5. The goal here is to see the student's talents and interests NOT the parent's or other adults abilities.

6. A treatment (a narrative written essay) of an original movie or short film idea that the student has thought up and is passionate about making.

Bring to the audition:

1. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for.

During the audition process:

1. You will answer some questions on a form.

2. A personal interview to help determine the student's level of discipline, interest, and suitability for the program. the discretion of the director.

GRADES 6-10

1. Participate in a ballet barre and center floor exercise.

2. Participate in a jazz or modern across the floor combination.

3. Perform a short solo dance not to exceed one minute long.

The solo may be performed in any dance style and is meant to showcase the student’s strengths. Music must be provided on the student’s phone and should be cut down to one minute. Please be sure to have the music downloaded, as the internet can be spotty in the building. If having it on the student’s phone is not possible, please bring it on a USB. Please DO NOT bring CDs.

Attire:

• Girls: Black leotard and pink tights are required for audition.

• Boys: Black ballet tights or leggings and a black t-shirt.

• Sweats and jewelry are not acceptable. Hair must be tied up in a bun.

• Applicants should bring ballet shoes, half soles/turners/jazz shoes/contemporary shoes, and whatever shoes they need for their solo.

Requirements:

1. A personal interview to help determine the student's level of discipline, interest and suitability for the program will be conducted during the solo portion.

2. Applicants must have a minimum two years of ballet training.

3. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for.

GRADES 6-10

*Applicants will be accepted to the program by random selection administered by M-DCPS School Choice & Parental Options. No audition required.

GRADES 6-8

1. Performance of a prepared selection on an instrument from Essential Elements, Suzuki, or other work

2. Performance of a one or two octave major scale on an instrument

3. Sight reading

4. Aural pitch matching

5. Brief interview

6. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for.

Please note that the instruments in orchestra magnet are violin, viola, cello and string bass. Students who audition on another instrument (piano, recorder, guitar, etc.) will have to choose violin, viola, cello or string bass if they are accepted to the program, and parents must purchase the instrument outfit and additional materials before the first day of school.

GRADES 9-10

1. Perform two contrasting classical solo pieces of music (no etudes). The selections should be Grade Two or higher from the Florida Orchestra Association list or Suzuki Book Two or higher. Bring two copies of your selections to the audition.

2. Perform two scales

3. Sight-read

4. Demonstrate acceptable proficiency on a music theory examination

5. Brief Interview

6. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for.

Please note that students auditioning to high school orchestra magnet must audition on violin, viola, cello or string bass. Students who are accepted to the orchestra magnet program need to own a personal instrument. If a student does not own their instrument, parents must purchase the instrument outfit and additional materials before the first day of school.

GRADES 6-10

*Audition is now required for the Tech Production Magnet. Please see the audition criteria below.

4-6 maximum hand drawn art pieces demonstrating artistic ability submitted in a portfolio.

OR

4-6 maximum digital art pieces printed out demonstrating artistic ability submitted in a portfolio.

1. A combination of hand drawn and digital pieces will be accepted. (Not to exceed 6 total)

2. No Canva or similar program produced work. (All should be the student's original work).

3. During the audition, a performance test will be administered. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate imagination, creativity, and drawing skills.

4. During the audition, students will answer a few questions on a form. A personal interview to help determine the student’s level of interest, discipline, and suitability for the program.

5. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for.

THEATRE ARTS GRADES 6-8

1. Students must perform a memorized monologue from a published theatre work. This monologue must not exceed one minute and should be reflective of the applicant’s age group. Judges will be looking for naturalness, honesty, vocal projection, and focus.

2. Students will participate in a practical session including theatre games and improvisations. Students are advised to use creativity, imagination, and concentration.

3. Students must demonstrate acceptable proficiency on a theatre terminology survey.

4. Students will be interviewed to help determine the student’s level of discipline, interest, and suitability for the program.

5. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for.

Optional: Sing a short verse (16 bars) from a Broadway Musical.

Music for the solo must be provided on the student’s phone and should be cut down to one minute. Please be sure to have the music downloaded, as the internet can be spotty in the building. If having it on a phone is not possible, please bring it on a USB. Please DO NOT bring CDs.

THEATRE ARTS 9-10

1. Students must perform a memorized monologue from a published theatre work. This monologue must not exceed 1 minute and should be reflective of the applicant’s age range. Adjudicators will be looking for a natural, honest, performance, as well as vocal projection, clarity, and focus.

2. Students must participate in a practical session including theatre games and improvisation. Students are advised to use creativity, cooperation, imagination, and concentration.

3. Dress in comfortable attire. No skirts or dresses. Wear comfortable shoes to dance and move in. Closed toe shoes or sneakers, character shoes or flats permitted.

4. Students will be interviewed to help determine the student’s level of discipline, interest, and suitability for the program.

5. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for..

FOR MUSICAL THEATRE: Sing a short verse (30 seconds-1 min) from a Broadway Musical. Music for the solo must be provided on the student’s phone and should be cut down to one minute. Please be sure to have the music downloaded, as the internet can be spotty in the building. If having it on a phone is not possible, please bring it on a USB.

Please DO NOT bring CDs. NO A CAPPELLA. Prior to the audition, students interested in Musical Theatre must upload a video of the attached dance combination to the:

a. Google form

b. https://youtu.be/FNBQwY23SyM?si=Jm6DlEkk26bb7GEy

FOR TECHNICAL THEATRE: If you would like to showcase technical theatre talent including but not limited to: Art, Lighting, Sound, Props, Set, Costume, Stage Management, etc. Please bring any artistic samples or photographs in a portfolio.

Optional: If you have a resume, please bring it with you.

GRADES 6-8

1. Vocalists should prepare a solo in their natural voice. A simple hymn, patriotic song, or folk song is required. A cappella performance is preferred. Pop music is not acceptable for the audition.

2. Applicants will be asked to perform their prepared piece, sight read, and sing a familiar melody. The sight reading will be used for selecting the correct class level and not for admission to the program.

3. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for.

GRADES 9-10

1. Applicants will prepare for performance, with or without accompaniment, one memorized song either from traditional classical repertoire (i.e. any piece from the 24 Italian Arias book) or the American songbook sung in a jazz style.

2. Pop music is not acceptable for the audition. The performance should demonstrate healthy vocal technique and great stage presence. You may bring your own accompanist or perform A Cappella.

3. Applicants will be asked to perform their prepared piece, sight read, and sing a familiar melody. The sight reading will be used for selecting the correct class level and not for admission to the program.

4. Students must bring a 5x7 headshot to the audition. Please include your name on the back of the photo, along with the program you are auditioning for.