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Assembling the world’s elite

Artistic Director: Tim Palmer (Maraca2 Percussion Duo)

Audition Process

What you will need to know when applying for WPG (Audition Dates at Bottom of Page)

Whether you are planning to apply as an ensemble member, soloist or an existing chamber group (duo, trio, quartet), this year's process is exactly the same! You will need to submit a 10-15 minute free choice video submission. We have left the process free for you to showcase your skills on any instrument you like. Try and be as versatile as possible and demonstrate as many skills as you possess. If you are applying as an ensemble member, it is recommended that you demonstrate your ability to play in a group. You are also free to submit a variety of the official WPG excerpts should you wish.

If you want to apply as an existing chamber group and are already in a duo, trio or quartet, you can submit a balanced 10-15 minute free-choice programme. Remember to try something a little creative, unique, or virtuosic... your chance to shine!

You can watch the video below to see all of the set audition excerpts as performed live by Maraca2 if you decide to go down that route. You can download the audition pack and backing tracks after you register.

Blue Motion by Stephen Whibley (Bars 35-56) - 5 Octave Marimba + Bass Drum.
Ykjur Arr. by Maraca2 (Bars 228-284) - 4 1/3 Octave Marimba + Hi-Hats.
Zephyr by Stephen Whibley (Bars 109-132) - Vibraphone
Pulse & Rhythm Etude by Maraca2. - Snare Drum

How you can apply on our website:

The following information is a step-by-step guide to auditioning for the World Percussion Group. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to email us from our 'Contact Us' page.

Eligibility:

Applicants must be between 18-35 years old at time of the tour.
Applicants may apply as a soloist, ensemble percussionist or as part of an existing ensemble (duo, trio, quartet)
Successful applicants must be able to participate in live tour taking place from November 18th 2024 to December 7th 2024 inclusive.

SOLO APPLICATION:

Visit www.worldpercussiongroup.com.
Click the 'Apply Now' tab.
Select the relevant application (e.g. 'SOLOIST').
Enter any information required in the box fields.
Upload your video to Youtube/Vimeo (approximately 10-15 minutes of length). We advise a balanced programme and also accept short excerpts on an array of instruments.
Provide us with the YouTube / Vimeo link / Dropbox link.
Upload your CV/Resume.
Upload a high-resolution photo for promotion on the tour.
Click 'Submit my application'.
That's it! You're done! We will review your application in due course and let you know the result of your application.
As an extra perk, you can click on 'Audition Materials'. Although this is not part of the Soloist application, you may find it interesting to watch our video tutorials and audition material that the ensemble applicants are entitled to submit!

You can like and share the official World Percussion Group facebook page to stay up to date with developments surrounding your application.

ENSEMBLE / PRE-EXISTING CHAMBER GROUP APPLICATION: (apply as an individual, duo, trio, quartet)

Visit www.worldpercussiongroup.com.
Click the 'Apply Now' tab.
Select the relevant application (e.g. 'ENSEMBLE / PRE-EXISTING CHAMBER GROUP').
Enter any information required in the box fields.
Upload your video to Youtube/Vimeo (free choice approximately 10-15 minutes of length). We advise a balanced programme. Ensemble members can submit official excerpts should you wish (PDF Pack, Mp3 backing tracks and tutorial videos).
Provide us with the YouTube / Vimeo link / Dropbox link.
Upload your CV/Resume.
Upload a high-resolution photo for promotion on the tour.
Click 'Submit my application'.
That's it! You're done! We will review your application in due course and let you know the result of your application.

You can like and share the official World Percussion Group facebook page to stay up to date with developments surrounding your application.

COMPOSER / ARRANGER-IN-RESIDENCE:

Visit www.worldpercussiongroup.com.
Click the 'Apply Now' tab.
Select the relevant application (e.g. 'COMPOSER/ARRANGER').
Enter any information required in the box fields.
Upload your media files to Dropbox/Youtube/Vimeo or a relevant audio platform (free choice approximately 10-15 minutes of length). We advise a balanced set of compositions. Please provide both scores and media within your submission.
Submission is very flexible and depends on the compositional style. If your compositional ideas are diverse and you want to showcase this then having a mix is good. Alternatively, If you have a similar profile then perhaps consider submitting a smaller number of works but longer examples.
Provide us with the YouTube / Vimeo link / Dropbox link.
Upload your CV/Resume.
Upload a high-resolution photo for promotion on the tour.
Click 'Submit my application'.
That's it! You're done! We will review your application in due course and let you know the result of your application.

You can like and share the official World Percussion Group facebook page to stay up to date with developments surrounding your application.

If you apply for multiple applications, please check more than one tab under 'Apply' page and follow the on screen instructions.