Pre-College Application

For pianists, violinists, violists, cellists and classical guitarists ages 9 years old to 18 years old. Application deadline is August 1, 2024. Audition date is August 10, 2024. `

  • Students must be able to attend on Saturdays taking place in Alhambra, California

  • Students should be prepared to commit to a full year from Fall 2023 - Spring 2024 of Pre-College.

  • Application fee of $80 must be submitted to complete the application. The fee is non-refundable.

  • All applicants will be considered to become a Fried Music Fellow. This position will be highly selective and will be offered to the top auditions.

Audition Requirements

Two contrasting pieces (ie. Baroque or Classical AND Romantic or 21st Century)

  • String players should bring a pianist for works that require accompaniment.

  • Bring at least one copy of your music for the jury

  • Live audition preferred over online/video audition; exceptions over a live audition will be made on a case-by-case basis. Please email info@friedmusic.com for your reasons when you send in the application.

  • Be prepared for the jury members to make some comments and work with applicant for a few minutes

We are looking forward to the 2023-2024 season! The Spring concert will feature soloist and Concerto Competition winner Kailey Yun with our Pre-College orchestra and faculty. To see our previous concerts, please visit this link.