Are you ready to begin your International adventure?
The first step is to submit a completed application form.
Students who did not attend summer camp in the previous season will also submit an audition video. Then, if you are selected to continue on in the application process, your family will be invited to attend a Zoom meeting with Blue Lake International representatives. Once you are accepted to the program, we will mail your family a participation agreement and you’ll start preparing for your tour!
**Note: While most positions within upcoming tours are now filled, several unique openings remain. If you have been contacted about filling a current opening, please consult with Jenna Small, International Exchange Coordinator at international@bluelake.org to initiate your application.
Audition Requirements
A video audition is required for applicants who did not attend summer camp in 2025, as well as those seeking placement in the 2026 Symphony Orchestra winds & percussion section.
- A vocal selection of your choice, accompanied or unaccompanied
- “My Country Tis of Thee,” unaccompanied
Instrumentalists – Band and Orchestra Winds & Percussion
- Three scales, major or minor, using a variety of articulations. Perform the number of octaves you can demonstrate successfully.
- Chromatic scale, full range of instrument
- A solo and/or etude that demonstrates two contrasting styles (ex: a lyrical section and a technical section).
- Optional: include a polished wind band or orchestral excerpt appropriate for your instrument
- Percussionists – auditions should include two scales, major or minor, covering the full range of any mallet instrument, and demonstration of proficiency on snare drum, timpani, and any mallet instrument through appropriate exercises, etudes or solo literature
Instrumentalists – Orchestra Strings
- Three scales (full range of instrument), using a variety of different articulations
- One movement, accompanied or unaccompanied, from a solo and/or etude that demonstrates at least two contrasting styles
Instrumentalists – Jazz Band
- Three scales, major or minor, using a variety of articulations. Perform the number of octaves you can demonstrate successfully, and include the use of swing style on at least one of your scales
- Chromatic scale, full range of instrument
- Perform a standard jazz/blues composition of your choice. Improvise over its changes if you feel comfortable doing so. (ex: use a Jamey Aebersold recording).
Prepare your Files
Accepted file formats: mp4, mov, avi, mkv, wmv, pdf, doc/docx, jpg, png, heic Maximum file size: 550MB
Submit only necessary criteria: You may upload 1-5 files Name your files: Violin Audition_Part 1_Emily Smith
At the beginning of each video, state your first and last name, along with your age and arts discipline. For example: “My name is Renee Fleming, I am 14 years old, and I am a vocalist.” Do not use any form of editing or acoustic altering effects in your audition. Make sure your submission contains all required criteria for your audition.
Submit your Files
Submit audition materials to international@bluelake.org. We recommend sending your materials through www.wetransfer.com, which is a free and easy-to-use online transfer service for larger files. Transfers are secure, encrypted, and you will receive confirmation upon our receipt and download.
Contact international@bluelake.org or call 800-221-3796 ext. 201 with questions. Thank you!
