Thank you for your interest in the Maryland Chapter of Young Audiences/Arts for Learning (YA). The artist application process for the 2009-2010 school year is open! Completed applications should be submitted to Young Audiences/Arts for Learning by December 1, 2008.
Artists/ensembles are chosen on the basis of artistic excellence and their ability to effectively communicate with students and teachers.
In order to become a YA roster artist/ensemble, please:
1. Familiarize yourself with our organization and programs. Visit the program section of our website at www.yamd.org and download our 2007/09 Arts Education Resource Guide and 2006 Annual Report.
2. Download and complete the YA Artist Application and mail it to:
Donna Sherman
Program Coordinator
Young Audiences/Arts for Learning
927 North Calvert Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Include any additional information with the application (i.e. reviews, photos, etc.) that will provide us with a fuller picture of your work. We suggest performance-based artists submit either a video or audio of a recent performance. Keep in mind that while support materials will enhance your application, materials submitted will not be returned to you. You are required to submit a resume and names of 3 references.
3. Send a list of dates/locations where you/your ensemble will be performing. We may want an opportunity to view your program before scheduling a formal audition.
4. After you’ve completed steps 1 through 3, our staff will review your materials starting in January. Following this review, you may be contacted for an informal interview. After completion of the interview, you may be asked for a formal audition. If you are asked to audition, your program will be scheduled at a school. Artists/ensembles are not compensated for an audition. The audience during an audition will consist of students, teachers, and Young Audiences program and education staff members as well as members of YA’s Program Committee.
5. We evaluate your program based on artistry, educational content, and your ability to effectively communicate with students and engage them in the subject matter. If, upon evaluation, YA staff recommends modifications, we ask for your cooperation in revising your program.
6. The observers during your audition will meet after your audition to decide upon a recommendation. You will receive notification of the results within two weeks of your audition. If your program is approved, your artist/ensemble will receive accreditation for two years from our Young Audiences chapter, and you will be invited to join the roster. A greater number of artists/ensembles are auditioned than we can place on the roster, and many excellent programs are not admitted to the roster each year. We choose programming that is best suited to our needs, so again, please be sure to familiarize yourself with our Arts Education Resource Guide.
7. When designing a program for submission, please remember that Young Audiences offers three main program formats:
a. Performance: Performance (assembly) programs are 45 minutes in length, and are a blend of performance and discussion with opportunities for student participation interspersed throughout. Performance programs may have a maximum audience of 250. Participation may consist of discussion with audience members or direct involvement with performance activities. Use your imagination about ways of involving members of the audience.
b. Workshops: Workshops involve smaller groups (usually 25 or fewer students), and are generally 45 minutes to an hour in length. Workshops provide opportunities for artists to have frequent, one-on-one interaction with students. Materials/content of program must be organized to fit into the class period, with flexibility to handle questions, etc. Please note that workshops are not lectures, but hands-on, active learning opportunities to experience your art form by doing.
c. Residencies: Residencies are defined as 3 or more contacts (usually 45 minutes each time) with the same group of students. Performing Arts Residencies begin with a kick-off performance and usually end with a culminating student performance or sharing event. Visual Arts Residencies may end with an art opening. All residencies require a planning meeting and evaluation meeting between the artists, the YA education director, and teachers from the school site. You will be compensated for this time.
Thank you for your interest in the Maryland Chapter of Young Audiences/Arts for Learning! We look forward to receiving your application.
Please contact Donna at 410-837-7577 ext. 15 with any questions or concerns.
Helpful Documents
What YA looks for in a Young Audiences Assembly Performance
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