Stage Performance Workshop

	Stage Performance Workshop • Application

You may have heard about that elusive "X-Factor." Everyone has one-let's find yours. There are key elements that will help you stand out from the crowd when you audition for that competition, scholarship, part, or gig. Landing the gig is only half the battle. Once you're in, living up to expectations means putting on a superior performance each and every time. Do you know what to do when you get up on stage?

The Stage Performance Workshop will give you insight into song selection, musicianship, and presentation that will set you apart from the competition. Get inside information on the dos and don'ts, and find out what audition judges, producers, and directors are looking for. Polish your auditioning and performance skills, and you'll be on your way to success.

Am I eligible?

You must be at least 15 years old by the start of the program, and have been playing your instrument (or singing) for a minimum of six months to attend the Stage Performance Workshop.

What's the program?

Clinics and forums on performance, presentation, stage presence, and personal style will take place over the three-day workshop. You will be expected to prepare and perform two or three selections that will best highlight your abilities.

Who are the instructors?

All instructors are renowned Berklee faculty members, including:

Livingston Taylor

• Composer and performer of Top 40 hit "I Will Be in Love with You"
• Author of Stage Performance Workshop and instructional DVD, Livingston's Excellent Guitar Lesson
• Recordings include There You Are Again '06, Livingston Taylor, Liv, Over the Rainbow, and Life Is Good; also City Lights, with James Taylor
• Composer of network television themes and nationally broadcast commercials

Donna McElroy

• B.M., Fisk University
• Arranger/background vocalist on gold and platinum releases "Why Haven't I Heard From You?" by Reba McIntyre, "We Shall Be Free" by Garth Brooks, "Addictive Love" by BeBe and CeCe Winans, and "House of Love" by Amy Grant
• Recipient of Grammy nomination for Bigger World (WB), Dove Award for Songs from the Loft (Reunion), 1993 Best Actress Award for the Circle Players' performance of Sister Mary Regina in Nunsense
• Television appearances include The Arsenio Hall Show, The Tonight Show, and Grammy Awards broadcasts
• Missionary with International Christian Artists Reaching the Earth, Ghana

Nancy Morris

• Alumna, Berklee College of Music
• Singer/songwriter/jingle writer and pianist
• Performances with Lee Greenwood, Brenda Lee, and Radney Foster
• Appearances on TNN (Nashville, TN) Grand Ole Opry
• Vocalist for Songwriter demos-Warner/Chappell Publishing
• Songs published through Warner/Chappell Publishing

Ken Zambello

• B.M., Berklee College of Music
• Coordinator of the Yo Team, Berklee College of Music
• Active performer on bass and vocals; Performances with the Coasters, the Belmonts, the Four Aces, and Frankie Ford, as well as various Legends shows
• Composer and arranger in pop, rock, and Broadway idioms
• Composer of, and producer for, various radio and television jingles and station identifications

Will participation in this program increase my chances of being accepted to Berklee?

Berklee's board of admissions takes a holistic approach in evaluating the applicant pool, considering many factors in determining who will be admitted. While an audition may be one of those factors, it is only one of many. Participation in this program will have no direct impact on your admission to the college.

What's the schedule?

Stage Performance Workshop: All students will participate and perform in this class. The workshop is designed to help you present yourself on stage. You will learn various methods and techniques that will enhance your presence on stage as well as give you insight into effectively presenting yourself to your audience.

How to Present Yourself: This class will help you select appropriate songs and material, choose the right key, pick out wardrobe/make-up, and manage everything else you need to present yourself the best way possible. You will also participate in a daily movement seminar.

Demos: In this class, you will learn the ins and outs of creating and distributing your demo-what the publishing companies, record companies, producers, and directors are looking for, how to best present and package your demo, and how to get it to the right people.

Auditioning: What are judges, producers, and directors looking for? This class will tell you. You'll also learn how to prepare for a successful audition and how to beat stage fright.

How to Work with a Band: This class will teach you how to perform with a band, effectively rehearse their songs, and develop strong relationships within a group. You'll also learn time management and song preparation, and discuss instrumentation and arranging.

Concerts: All participants will perform at the conclusion of the Stage Performance Workshop. Your parents and friends are welcome to attend these closing concerts.

Where will I eat and sleep?

When we have processed your application, you will be sent information and an application for residence hall housing. Most program participants elect to stay in the Berklee residence halls. However, acceptance to the program does not guarantee a residence hall space. Space is limited. To optimize your chances for on-campus housing, you must return the housing application immediately upon receiving it. To be eligible to live in the residence hall, you must be 15 years of age by the start of the program. If you are applying to the program after mid-May, call the Housing Office at 617 747-2292 to find out if residence hall space is still available.

How much are the tuition and fees?

How and when can I pay my fees?

Bills for this program will be mailed 30 days prior to the start of the program. The bill will include a payment coupon and return mail envelope for your convenience. All bills will have instructions on how to make payment using the Internet, phone, and bank-to-bank wire transfers; it will also include the due date for the payment. Tuition and housing fees are to be paid together, unless you are living at an offcampus location. Payments are due in full one week prior to the start of the program. This will expedite your registration. Payment on the date of registration is highly discouraged. If you are experiencing difficulty making your payment by the due date, contact our offices for assistance. If your application was not received and processed in time for you to have a bill sent in the 30-day period, call the Office of the Bursar to check your balance. A bill will be mailed regardless of when your application is processed and it will indicate "Late Add." No additional charges are assessed for this, however, you are still responsible for making the payment within the due date guidelines.

The Office of the Bursar is available to assist you with your questions regarding payment of your summer program. Please address any of these issues by emailing bursar@berklee.edu or by contacting one of our representatives at 617 747-2165 or 617 747-2610.

How do I apply?

There are two ways to register for the program:

When will I know if I've been accepted into the program?

Please allow us four weeks (six weeks for international applicants) to process your application. Once your application has been processed, we will notify you of your enrollment status by mail.