Peter Whittingham Artist Development Day
Everything you need to know to plan your day
This page will tell you all you need to know about what to prepare for the Peter Whittingham Jazz Award Artist Development Day, how to get there and what to expect.
Please reference your schedule for the timing of your panel performance, business development, and Get To Know Help Musicians sessions.
please note details for the next artist development day will be added here when confirmed.
Time your programme in advance and make sure you are sticking to the given time limit of ten minutes. The panel will prefer you to have planned your programme to fit the time allowed, therefore if your programme is currently longer than this, you may want to find a suitable cut to ensure you stick to time.
Follow the instruction brief given. For example: We ask you to perform two contrasting pieces during your panel performance.
Play your programme through. You may even want to wear your outfit to make sure you are completely comfortable with what you are hoping to wear. Wear clothes you are comfortable in but do make sure you are dressed for the stage. For example, don’t wear shoes you are unable to walk in or a jacket that restricts your movement.
Drink lots of water to keep hydrated, not just on the day of your audition but the days leading up to it.
Eating carbohydrates the evening before and in the morning of your audition will give you the energy you need to get you through your performance. Preparing for a performance can feel like preparing for a big sporting event.
Don’t rush and allow extra time to travel to the venue
Arrive 10 minutes early to give yourself plenty of time to warm up; remember to let us know when you arrive.
Note down the team’s mobile number. If you are running late, call or text us to let us know on 07892 728558. If you are suddenly unable to attend your audition, let us know as soon as possible.
Introduce yourself and greet the panel on arrival into the audition room. If you have made any changes to your programme, tell the panel before you start.