Deadline for applications was Dec 1, but late applications may be considered if there are openings available. The non-refundable late application fee is $150.
Instrumentalists should audition by sending 15 minutes or more of video. (We can accept an individual file upload of 500 MB, and 1000 MB total per submission)      Composers must upload 2 scores in PDF format and high quality audio files of performances of the music. (We can accept an individual file upload of 500 MB, and 1000 MB total per submission)     (Note to alumni who wish to re-apply: Priority is given to new students. Please contact joe@fontainebleauschools.org before submitting an application.)      Please submit the following:             

• Resume/CV    

• One 2 X 2 inch ID photo: head must face the camera directly with full face in view. This is for ID purposes only. Please do not obstruct facial view with musical instruments or other objects. Do not send a scan of your Passport or Drivers License-photo only, please (required).

•  You may also send us up to 4 professional headshots/publicity photos (optional)

•  2 letters of recommendation by current teachers

• Instrumentalists must submit 15 minutes of performance video (any standard video format; YouTube and Vimeo links are also accepted)

• String Players must include a Bach solo selection and a French composer’s work, if possible (optional). 

• Pianists must include a French composer’s work

• Composers must upload 2 notated scores in pdf format and high quality audio files of performances of their work. 

NOTE TO COMPOSERS:  Our professors work primarily with notated scores. Please do not submit improvised scores, graphic scores, or scores written with other media (dance, theater, plastic art…).

• $150 non-refundable application fee

   Late applications may be considered if there are openings available, however, the non-refundable application fee is $150 for these late applications.     Upon notification of your acceptance, a $500 deposit must be sent within two weeks to hold your place. 

 Questions? Contact us at info@fontainebleauschools.org

Application Instructions

Application Deadline

December 1, 2025

Note to alumni who wish to re-apply: Priority is given to new students. Please contact joe@fontainebleauschools.org before submitting an application.

General Requirements (All Applicants)

Please prepare and submit the following materials:

1. Resume/CV
2. Photographs 

• Required: One 2 x 2 inch ID photo (full face visible, head facing the camera directly).  
• Do not include instruments or objects blocking your face.
• Do not send scans of passports or driver’s licenses.

• Optional: Up to 4 professional headshots/publicity photos.

1. Letters of Recommendation 

• Two letters from current or recent teachers.

1. Deposit (Upon Acceptance) 

• A non-refundable $500 deposit must be sent within two weeks of notification to hold your place.

Program-Specific Requirements

Instrumentalists

• Submit at least 15 minutes of performance video.  
• Acceptable formats: any standard video file, YouTube, or Vimeo links.
• File limits: max 500 MB per file, 1000 MB total submission size.

• Repertoire:  
• String players: must include a Bach solo selection and, if possible, a work by a French composer.
• Pianists: must include a work by a French composer.

Composers

• Upload the following:  
• Two notated scores (PDF format).
• High-quality audio recordings of performances of the submitted works.
• File limits: max 500 MB per file, 1000 MB total submission size.

• Important Note: Professors work primarily with notated scores. Please do not submit:  
• Improvised scores
• Graphic scores
• Scores intended for other media (dance, theater, visual art, etc.)

Questions?

Contact us at info@fontainebleauschools.org