{"id":12608,"date":"2024-09-11T18:09:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-11T22:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/demosite2.asurtec.com\/?p=12608"},"modified":"2024-09-12T10:47:31","modified_gmt":"2024-09-12T14:47:31","slug":"4-tips-to-use-a-digital-audition-platform-for-your-orchestra","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oc.ca\/en\/4-tips-to-use-a-digital-audition-platform-for-your-orchestra\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Tips to Use a Digital Audition Platform for Your Orchestra"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"This<\/span>By Jerry Tsai*<\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re an operations director or personnel manager of an orchestra, you know that the <\/span>digital age<\/span><\/a> has influenced your organization in many ways. In addition to changing the way you connect with audiences and opening up different opportunities for your musicians, the shift to more digital work has also shaped the way your orchestra can conduct auditions.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Using a <\/span>virtual live audition<\/span><\/a> format as part of your orchestra\u2019s auditions has a variety of benefits. Online auditions are more accessible, affordable, and flexible for musicians. Plus, they can improve your orchestra\u2019s recruitment process by expanding your reach, while still providing the two-way communication advantage of the traditional audition experience at a much lower cost.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, all of this is only possible if you leverage the right software. To help you get started, here are four tips for making the most of a digital audition platform<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Find a Platform That Aligns With Your Needs<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Thoroughly Train Your Committee Members to Use the Software<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Create a Detailed Audition Schedule<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Develop a Consistent Communication Cadence<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    These strategies are helpful whether you host your auditions in person, online, or as a combination of the two. Also, picking the right software is important in order to help you streamline your recruitment, scheduling, and communication processes. Let\u2019s begin!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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      Find a Platform That Aligns With Your Needs<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      To effectively leverage a digital audition platform, you first need to invest in the correct software for your orchestra. Make a list of all of the features you absolutely need, as well as the ones that aren\u2019t essential but would be nice to have.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      Some features to consider looking for in your digital audition platform include:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n