<p>Sherlock1016, definitely talk to the music department. A family friend of our’s had a son who wanted to go to Chapel Hill and could sing really well, but might not have gotten in (out of state) otherwise. He met with the choral director, who told him he had two slots and that the kid had to promise to sing if he took one of the director’s places. Nothing bad can come of meeting with the music department, and it could be the tip that pushes you over the top. Good luck!</p>