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School Auditions

Founded in 1964 by Kevin Casey, the National Boys Choir of Australia has established itself as one of Australia’s finest treble choirs.  

We offer teachers and schools the opportunity to subscribe with us and receive updated information about audition dates and booking schedules for School Preliminary Auditions.

Recruitment

Boys commence with the choir at seven or eight years of age, and entry is by audition. Following a preliminary audition at their school, boys are handed a letter to take home to their parents with details on how to register for a further audition at our studios in Ringwood.

What can teachers and school do to help?

Ideally, we would like to see all boys in grades 1 & 2 - they can all come together as a class, or in smaller groups if preferred. Each class takes about 10 minutes

Some schools prefer to have boys sign up with parent permission - this is fine with us!

No special space is needed, no keyboard or other equipment

Our Auditions staff are experienced music teachers, with VIT registration and/or WWC

During class is best, but recess or lunch can work as well


Please advise us the total number of Grade 1 and 2 boys we expect to be seeing so we have enough information to give to the boys, and please let your Grade 1 and 2 Teachers know about the scheduled booking.


We are happy to send you a flyer for your school bulletin to advertise our visit to parents.


One of our Artistic Staff will attend your school at the scheduled time. Boys will generally be asked to sing a song together (Like "Happy Birthday") and then some simple copying exercises to assess their pitch-matching skills, rhythm and ability to listen and follow instructions.


Boys will be handed a letter to take home to their parents. Parents can then register their son for an audition at our studio on the scheduled Audition Day. These are held in early September and late October each year.


After the audition process we will send you an email advising you of the boys who have been recruited. This is usually in November.


Parents will be notified by email within 7-10 days after the Audition. Some will be offered a place and enrolment details will be provided. Others may be asked to try again if they need a bit more time to develop their skills and learning attributes. 


Boys 9+ years are usually offered an audition if they have had previous vocal/musical training and/or experience, and are able to demonstrate these skills at the audition. If you feel there is a student who has potential and some vocal/musical training  please pass on our website details and parents can register their son if they wish.


Upcoming Auditions - for 2026

  


Saturday 6th September, 2025

September Auditions

9.30 am - 1:00 pm

National Boys Choir of Australia

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Saturday 6th September, 2025

September Auditions

From July to August we arrange to visit schools to conduct an Introductory Workshop with students. Once registered you will automatically re...

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9.30 am - 1:00 pm

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Saturday 25th October, 2025

October Auditions

9.30 am - 1:00 pm

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Saturday 25th October, 2025

October Auditions

 After the first round of auditions we advise schools of our Booking Schedule which usually runs through to the week before our October Audi...

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9.30 am - 1:00 pm

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School Auditions & Booking Enquiries

To register for a school audition date or for any other enquiries please complete and submit the form below.

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