<p>My interviewers all suggested for my to send in a sample of me playing piano and violin (obviously not at the same time!). Does anyone know where I could get it recorded? Also, does anyone have any experience doing this?</p>
<p>I would send in some video taped piano rehearsals, and then just a video of you playing violin would be the most logical thing to do in my opinion. That way the school knows its you playing, wouldn't be bad to make a little CD of music also to send in I guess. I wouldn't be able to tell you how to do that though.</p>
<p>I didn't think of a video, it would make sense wouldn't it? Thanks!</p>
<p>I asked my sister a few months ago about this, she is an orchestra violinist in CA. She said her students (applying for colleges) purchased Zoom Handy Recorder (you can get it on Amazon) and did the recording themselves. She mentioned it to colleagues and found out that many of them were already using it. She said for violin H4 model will work better. We got the H2 (for piano) and though it is not studio quality, it is fine. Also, you can record as many times as you want, no need to worry about the studio fee. It is a good backup if you can't find a recording studio near you.</p>
<p>Andover wanted a CD, not a DVD or video. My child initially sent in a DVD of a recital, but the admissions officer very apologetically asked if she could kindly provide a CD instead as that's what the music dept prefers. So, you may want to ask the specific school what works best for them.</p>
<p>I do remember something about a CD. Thanks! I'm sure there are studios near me, but does it make a difference in the admissions process? Also, for piano, I am currently only working on one piece. But it is a piano concerto, should I just play it without the 2nd piano or orchestra, or should I play the last couple of pages (cadenza) that is a solo part? Does anyone have any suggestions for violin pieces?</p>
<p>I know from my daughter's experience that it can make a difference in admission.</p>
<p>As for the piece, my daughter sent in a recording of a chamber music piece (but it was obvious when she was playing), and also a little solo piece. I think that whatever you are happy and confident playing will be fine. Perhaps your music teacher will help you choose! Good luck!</p>
<p>I can't tell you which kind of recording method the faculty member would prefer. But I would think they can hear your talent no matter what. If you concerto is really mature and ready to record, I am sure you can hire a 2nd pianist easily (especially if you live in NE). However, if you have it in your repertoire, 3-4 short pieces that showcase your ability to interpret different periods would be great. Same for violin I think.</p>
<p>Actually, I live in Los Angeles. My piano teacher can easily play the 2nd piano part, so I think that would be fine. Would it be better to play the concerto, or four shorter pieces? Personally I would prefer to play the shorter pieces only because they show different periods of music, but I have only been working on the concerto recently. So the four shorter pieces would obviously be much easier. I haven't had violin lessons for the past year. When I moved again, I did not find a violin teacher that suited my needs. I'm thinking about starting lessons again, but I'm sure I could learn something by myself. What type of piece would be good for a violin submission? I also don't have much time to record. I have two weeks, and then I'm off to Australia, and then one week before the admissions deadline. Should I only submit a piano part and no violin?</p>
<p>I think only you and your teacher know what pieces you should record. Play the pieces that best showcase you as a musician, I am sure the teachers at the BS you are applying will appreciate them.</p>
<p>Ach. I'm working on a CD too, kind of. But what's worse is that the art departments want portfolio pieces by me!! Unfortunately, instead of the 4 or 6 she wanted, I only have 1!! My school doesn't start working on portfolios until the later, higher level art classes, and all our work is collected until midterms. Ach.</p>
<p>I hadn't thought about sending in art. I have quite a few piece stored up. Thanks for the suggestion!</p>