AUDITION
THE BRIEF
New Voices Australia (NVA) is a high-level youth vocal ensemble celebrating extraordinary young voices aged 8–18. We exist to showcase exceptional Australian talent through a digital-first approach - amplifying remarkable singers beyond traditional performance spaces.
NVA develops young artists with professional videography, elite vocal coaching, harmony development, and artist development at its core. Our singers perform and are published across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok.
Open to singers aged 8–12 (Junior) or 13-18 (Senior) at the time of audition
Applicants must be available for all rehearsals and filming days (info below)
A parent or guardian must provide consent for participation and videography.
As we are a high-level ensemble, experience working professionally or at professional level is desirable but not required.
Eligibility
NVA is a selective ensemble. We are looking for singers who demonstrate:
A strong, distinctive voice with natural musicality
Strong screen presence and obvious love for their craft
Pitch accuracy and tonal quality appropriate to age and experience
Ensemble skills including harmony, singing in parts, working as a constructive team
Enthusiasm, work ethic, and a collaborative spirit
Commitment to the NVA programme and schedule
A professional attitude
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
PROGRAMME DETAILS - TERM 3
Location: Sydney
Rehearsal 1: Sunday, 26th July
Rehearsal 2: Sunday 9th August
Rehearsal 3: Sunday 23rd August
All rehearsals: Senior 8-11am, Junior 10am-12pm
Short Form Content TBC additional dates/times, Scheduled around availibility
Recording & Filming Weekend
29th & 30th August
Programme fee: A$430 (payment plans available)
submission requirements
All positions in NVA, as well as all allocated features, solos and ensembles will be decided based on the submitted audition pack. We will also be allocating voice parts from the audition videos and CV’s.
Please note: not all confirmed participants will receive a feature. All decisions are final.
1. Singing: Solo Performance
Singers must submit at least 60 seconds of vocal performance that best showcases their talent. Please don’t submit anything that is out of date, poorly filmed, bad audio quality etc.
Your best option is to film something specifically for this submission, straight to camera (self-tape style).
2. Dance / Movement
If you would like to be considered for dance features, please submit 1-2 styles of dance, 60 secs or thereabouts in length total. This can be previously filmed footage from class/performances but must have been taken within the last six months.
3. Harmony
The ability to find and hold a part independently is central to everything we make at NVA.
What to submit:
Mandatory for new auditions: please submit yourself singing the one of the given parts alongside the provided melody line.
Please choose either the Sop 2 or Alto line. Do not sing the melody.
Optional - Record yourself singing a harmony part over a song of your choice - a second vocal line, a third, a counter-melody, anything that sits alongside the original. Play the track through speakers so we can hear the blend. You may also wish to harmonise with someone else.
Please do not submit a unison recording.
If harmony is a real stretch right now, there may be a future intake that's a better fit. We accept applications three times a year
TECHNICAL NOTES FOR VIDEO SUBMISSIONS
The singer's full face and upper body should be clearly visible
Please ensure your audio is clear (avoid filming in echo-y rooms)
Do not add filters, editing, or altered pitch to your submission
AUDITION PROCESS & TIMELINE
Applications open: Tuesday, 16th June
Applications close: Friday, 10th July
Outcome notifications: Monday, 13th July
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU APPLY
All applications are reviewed
Shortlisted applicants may be asked for additional material
All applicants will receive a written outcome notification
Successful applicants will receive a welcome pack with all programme details
Ready to go?
QUESTIONS & CONTACT
For all audition enquiries, please contact:
Email: auditions@newvoicesaustralia.com.au
Instagram: @newvoicesaustralia