Welcome to the official Talent Casting entry form for Nova Era. Based in Orlando, Florida, Nova Era performs Baroque and classically influenced original music with a modern groove. The ensemble is currently under long term contract with the Disney Corporation. Nova Era performs nightly on Disney property and is often contracted for special events around the country. Founded in 1999 by Producer/Composer Andres Roca and Oboist Maria Luisa Coppelli, the ensemble performs in handcrafted 18th century costumes,and ornate,powdered wigs. The instrumentation consists of an Oboe, Electric Violin, Electric Cello, Keyboard, Bass and Drums.
 

If you are a Violinist and wish to audition online for Nova Era, you must first fill out this form. After completing the form, please upload your audition materials. IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions below regarding your audition material prior to uploading your files.
 
Video-Recorded Audition Guidelines
 
Entrants are required to submit 2 Photos, a résumé and 2 video-recorded auditions on your standard "acoustic Violin". The performance should be recorded as a ‘live’ audition. A quiet room or studio must be used. Use a fixed point of view for your video phone or camera with the entrant auditioning being the main focus. Shoot straight on, leaving the camera in one location. The picture must remain stationary without any panning, fade-in/fade-out or close-up techniques or use of multiple cameras. Camera should be no closer than waist up. Place the camera so that your instrument and your hands/fingers are clearly visible while playing.
 
Repertoire Requirements
 
The audition must be given as solo Violin. The audition should consist of two independent performances each NOT TO EXCEED TWO MINUTES. The audition should include: A brief verbal self introduction and the title/composer of your audition piece.The repertoire should include exerts from a Baroque Allegro and A Baroque Adagio or Largo. The repertoire should be either Italian or German in origin.
 
Uploading your files
After you complete your video recording, you must upload it using the upload utility above. We prefer video files saved in one of the following formats: MP4, MPEG, Quicklime Mov or WMV. Most computers come with some sort of video editing application already installed, such as iMovie or Windows Movie Maker. By using these programs, you can easily encode your video to the proper format.
 
Terms and Conditions of Audition Participation

By submitting this form you declare the following: I desire to work as a Violinist with Nova Era.
I have been completely honest with all the information shared in this form. I am at least 18 years of age. I am a Lawful resident and or Citizen of The United States. I understand that my audition
Video and Photos are for record purposes only. I understand that submitted materials will not be returned.
 
To Contact Nova Era: 407-414-4020 or visit our web site www.novaeramusic.com