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 Please don’t submit anything that is out of date, poorly filmed, bad audio quality etc.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:

  1. 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.

    HARMONY TRACKS AND MUSIC FOUND HERE

  2. 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?

Audition Portal

QUESTIONS & CONTACT

For all audition enquiries, please contact:

Email: auditions@newvoicesaustralia.com.au

Instagram: @newvoicesaustralia