Candidates should have reached at least Grade 6 standard on their principal instrument and submit proof of their Grade achievements with their application. This proof can be within your instrumental/vocal teacher reference, or in the form of a certificate.
Candidates should also upload a two to three minute filmed audition, using their principal instrument.
All videos, photos and documents should be uploaded to the Secure Transfer File, provided by the Admissions Team, with the file name as your daughter’s full name and a short descriptive title (e.g. JANE SMITH, Reference). You must not upload images of other children.
Audition and Interview for Shortlisted Candidates
For the audition, candidates should prepare two contrasting pieces on their principal instrument. We can provide an accompanist and ask that the piano accompaniment be submitted to Miss Isabella Gori (Isabella.gori@surbitonhigh.com) no later than a week prior to auditions. Candidates are also welcome to bring their own accompanist. Candidates will also be asked to sight-read, take some aural tests and discuss their music activities, interests and achievements in an interview with the Director of Music.
Scholars will be expected to participate in at least two ensembles at School and seek leadership in a third ensemble. Those awarded a Sixth Form Scholarship must endeavour to achieve Grade 8 during Key Stage 5. Scholars will take a lead in Music Department events and competitions and participate in evening events where requested. They will be expected to be an outstanding ambassador of the subject. When awarded a Sixth Form Scholarship, students are expected to study Music A-level.
