Contents

• What is the Audition Process?
• Is the Process the same for all of the groups?
• What kind of a song should I pick?
• Am I more likely to get in if I am a(n) (alto, bass, soprano, tenor, chimpanzee, guy, girl, freshman, sophomore, junior, senior, grad student)?
• Can I try out for more than one a cappella group?
• What if I don't make the final cut, does that mean I'll be wasting my time the next audition?
• When are auditions?
• Where can I sign-up?

Q: What is the Audition Process?
A: The Process can be divided into two parts:

1. Your Solo
* The form you fill out prior to entering (who you are, how you can be reached, other information)
* Your singing and stage-presence skills
* Your pitch
* Your voice range

If we like your solo performance, we might call you back!

2. Callbacks
* How well you learn a Rhythm Method song
* How well you blend with the group
* How well you sound alone with the group

Q: Is the Process the same for all of the groups?
A: Not entirely the same, but close. Every group has their own twist on the process based on their particular need.

Q: What kind of a song should I pick?
A: Every voice is different. Certain qualities can be shown better with songs that emphasize them. You will not be admitted to the Rhythm Method based only on your solo. Callbacks however, are based on your initial performance. Your solo is a chance to showcase why you should be in the group. Please pick a song you enjoy to sing.

Q: Am I more likely to get in if I am a(n) (alto, bass, soprano, tenor, chimpanzee, guy, girl, freshman, sophomore, junior, senior, grad student)?
A: Above all of these qualities are two factors. How well you sing in the a cappella style and what the group needs. We do not primarily discriminate on any of these factors unless blatantly stated on the audition posters. There have been audition periods where we have stated "guys only;" if you don't happen to be a guy, then during those periods you will not get in, no matter how spectacular you are.

Q: Can I try out for more than one A Cappella group?
A: Yes, you can try out for as many groups as you would like, but you can only get into one. Please remember it is possible that you may need to attend two callbacks that are running at the same time. This slows down the audition process. If more than one group selects you you will be notified by phone once a decision is reached.

Q: What if I don't make the final cut, does that mean I'll be wasting my time the next audition?
A: No. Certainly not. Remember that one of the factors is the group's particular needs for that semester. Our needs change with every audition. Many past and current members of Rhythm Method auditioned one, two...even three times! Please try again...people improve, and the needs of the group change.

Q: When are auditions?
A: Typically, Rhythm Method holds auditions the morning following the Dollar Show, as well as the day after our semester show. Occasionally, we will also hold extra auditions depending upon certain needs of the group at a given time. This information will always be posted in Watters Lobby, as well as around campus.

Q: Where can I sign-up?
A: Within days of auditions a signup sheet will be placed in Watters Lobby.