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Conductors

Conducting is available at postgraduate level only, although undergraduate students can choose this as an option in Years 3 and 4.

In addition to completing your CUKAS application you must submit a DVD of a recent performance which you conducted to ‘Admissions’ at the RCM by 31 October 2012.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an audition which may include:

• aural tests, including rhythm tests
• tests on knowledge of orchestral music, instrumentation and transposition
• a viva voce on orchestral repertoire and the instruments of the orchestra
• conducting a College instrumental ensemble in a rehearsal of excerpts from one or more works, as directed by the audition panel, to include a piece of sight-reading with a 10 minute preparation period.  

All candidates are expected to play an instrument or sing to a high standard and will be asked to demonstrate that at audition.

Conductors must audition in person in London during the February audition period.

Details of the set pieces will be sent with audition timetables. All candidates are expected to show a detailed knowledge of orchestral repertoire and to prove a genuine commitment to, and interest in, conducting as a significant part of their professional career. Shortlisted candidates may be required to stay in Londonfor a second day.