arts at the next level

artsat the next level

Tommy NewtonDirector of AdmissionCentenary College of

LouisianaEst. 1825

arts at the next level

arts: important terms

•a school that focuses primary on artistic trainingConservatory

•the liberal arts degree which contains about 1/3 of the coursework in the chosen arts concentration

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

•the “professional” Music degree with 65% or more of total coursework in music; the “BFA of Music”

Bachelor of Music (B.M.)

•either in liberal arts or “professional” degree, depending on the school

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

•considered the “most rigorous” of all undergrad art degrees; programs for dance and theater arts containing approximately 65% or more course work in these related fields; “professional” degree

Bachelor of Fine Arts degree (B.F.A.)

arts at the next level

arts: degree options

dual degree

major vs minor

double major

non-major/courses

arts at the next level

arts: counseling the artist

Consider Colleges & Conservatories

Prepare for Auditions

steps to the right fit

Is this what I want (or my parents)?

What do I want to do after graduation?

Do I need a second opinion?

Training and/or Education?

What types of performance opps are available?

How comfortable am I with competition/criticism?

How does the graduate program affect the undergraduate program?

Program focus?

Financial fit?

questions for students to considerarts: counseling the artist

arts at the next level

performing arts

• dance• theatre• music

visual arts

• fine art

communication arts• journalism• film/cinema/TV• public relations• advertising• gaming

arts: the categories

A BRIEF GUIDE

• A, WL, R, H, etc.

Audition Results

Local or National

(or Digital)

• allow time for travel and warm-up

Attire and Attitude

• contact each arts program directly

Clarify audition

guidelines

audition preparation

Consider program focus (ballet, modern, jazz)

Confirm appropriate attire

Prepare an original piece

Prepare for a master class

Prepare for an interview

Bring pre-recorded music for original piece

dancers

audition preparation

theatre

audition preparation

Consider focus

• straight theatre, MT or Tech

Confirm individual program requirements• headshots• resume• rec letter• Monologue or song

Select appropriate attire• allows for stage movement• avoid mini-skirts, shorts, cut-offs, noisy/distracting jewelry, remove

all piercings Prepare for personal interview about self• consider that auditions can be stand alone, require call-backs

and/or scholarship auditions; Texas Thespians vs. on campus vs. Nat’l Unified

Confirm audition environment

musicians

audition preparation

Consider focus

• classical vs contemporary• performance, education or composition

Confirm individual program requirements• resume• rec letter• audition repertoire

Arrive well-groomed in appropriate attire

• avoid mini-skirts, shorts, cut-offs, noisy/distracting jewelry, remove all piercings

Prepare for the possibility of a written/aural theory assessment

Confirm audition environment

Admission

Requirements

• Professional College, Institute or School of Art, University, or Liberal Arts College

Type of School

Offering Program

• BFA/BA in Studio Art, Art History, Graphic Design…

Best Program to Meet

Your Needs

• Painting, Sculpture, Ceramics, Photography…

Medium(s) of

Choice

visual arts

Communication Arts Journalism (focus? Convergent is bueno!) Film/Cinema-TV: production, screenwriting, history/criticism

Public Relations (Corporate, Non-Prof, Political)

Advertising (creative or account rep)

Gaming (yes, video games!)

arts at the next level

Portfolios Usually contain 10-20 pieces of art or photographs as appropriate for medium; any chance for pre-portfolio submission feedback?

A/P Portfolios: pros & cons

Artistic Statements may be required

Visual ArtsPortfolio

Professional Degree Programs in the Visual and Performing Arts, Peterson’s

The Performing Arts Major College Guide, Carole Everett, ARCO

Index of College Majors, College Board

National Association for Schools of Dance (NASD)http://nasd.arts-accredit.org/

National Association for Schools of Music (NASM)http://nasm.arts-accredit.org/

National Association for Schools of Theatre (NAST) http://nast.arts-accredit.org/

The Schirmer Guide to Schools of Music and Conservatories throughout the World, Schirmer

Music, Dance & Theatre Scholarships: A Complete Guide, Conway Greene

Performing & Visual ArtsResources

Arts Recognition and Talent Scholarship (ARTS) 800.970.ARTS x2987

National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts (NFAA), Scholarship competition – 305.377.1140 or 305.377.1149 fax

Network of Performing and Visual Arts Schools 202.966.2216 or 202.966.2283 fax

Fiske Guide to Getting Into College, Times Books, Random House

Tape: Counseling Students for the Performing Arts, Carol Everett (NACAC)

Performing & Visual ArtsResources

Encourage your students to contact professionals in their area of interest

Have students contact each individual program

A program won’t make or break you

Performing & Visual ArtsFinal Thoughts