<p>We found through the audition process this year that even the schools who said they took DVD for auditions came back to us and “highly recommended” a live audition. Others simply stated they only accept live auditon for my d’s instrument…flute. We planned our schedules for travel thinking we would not have to go to some of these live auditions. I would contact the schools and ask.<br>
As far as scholarships…do not give up hope! We were told by every school that it is “rare” for highly competitive instruments to recieve scholarships…they used flute as as and example of one of those instruments! My d’s friend recieve full scholarship from two of the top flute studios in the nation! Yes, she is incredible…gifted…but it can be done. ;)</p>