Join us this fall
Hello! We're so glad you're interested in auditioning for Drawn to Scale this Fall 🎤
Please fill out our audition form as soon as you can after deciding to audition, as we'd like to gather as much information about our auditionees before their preliminary round as soon as possible. Thank you!
We have many exciting things planned for this year: preparing a new set for the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA—the same competition in Pitch Perfect), on and off campus performances & gigs, and fun retreats + socials!
As opposed to past years, we are searching for and encouraging all voice parts and vocal percussionists to audition this semester!
Submit a video audition! Submissions will be accepted until 6pm sharp on September 5th. While online and in-person auditions are always evaluated equally, we highly encourage auditionees to audition in-person if possible.
Morrison Hall, Basement (NOT Morrison Library!). Schedule your audition time slot and arrive 10 minutes early. Wait in the lobby by the front desk.
Morrison Hall, Basement. No scheduled appointment necessary! Just come any time between 10am-6pm. We'll audition you in order of arrival, so come as soon as you can!
Invitation only. Location released in invitation. You will be asked to learn a short excerpt of one of our arrangements, and we will test your ability to blend with the group's sound.
The final round. Invitation only. Location released in invitation. You will only need to be present for a 10-15 minute time slot within this period. Subject to extend based on number of invitees.
The audition will be 10-15 minutes in length and will consist of:
📍 Morrison Hall, Basement (down the stairs on the left from the east entrance - NOT Morrison Library!)
⏰ Arrive early and wait in the lobby by the front desk. While audition times may be delayed, we recommend arriving 10 minutes early (especially for early daytimes) to ensure we can stay on schedule as best as possible.
🔗 Schedule your slot: WeJoinIn Link.
Please record with audio AND video. Consolidate into one file or give us access to an organized Google Drive folder.
📧 Submission: Email to cal.drawntoscale@gmail.com
with subject: "DTS FA25 Online Audition - [Your Full Name]"
🚨 Important: Then, make sure to fill out the audition form.
We perform a wide range of music that depends on whatever the current group iteration is vibing with, since we arrange all of our own stuff! From pop, R&B, and rock to jazz, alternative, and every genre of indie music.
We enjoy performing anything that can display a high caliber of musicianship, whether it be a soulful YEBBA ballad or Bruno Mars' newest top hit.
We hold two 3-hour rehearsals per week (6 hours total).
Occasionally, we may add an extra 1–3 hour rehearsal before major performances (like ICCA, gigs, or our semester concert), but we always survey everyone's availability in advance.
We're all students here, so communication and flexibility are key. Your academics and well-being come first!
We're looking for people who love to sing and want to join us in our artistic pursuits! Specifically, we're looking for:
Not at all!
While some musical background is helpful, many of our members joined without any prior a cappella, choral, or performance experience. We genuinely care more about your potential, willingness to learn, and excitement to be part of the group.
Just one verse and one chorus. 1–2 minutes max. A cappella (just your voice!).
Pick something that feels good to sing and highlights your vocal strengths. Choose a song in your range (but feel free to show off a clean, controlled range if you've got one), and most importantly, choose something you really love singing.
Still can't choose? See what you naturally start singing in the shower with no music.
Absolutely!
Beatboxing experience is a plus, but we're mainly looking for strong rhythm, musical intuition, and a willingness to learn. TRUST YOURSELF — some of the best VPs we've heard started in their respective groups with zero experience.
You'll still be asked to do vocal warm-ups so we can hear your ear and see if you're comfortable joining in on backing vocals when needed.
This semester (Fall 2025), we are looking for ALL voice parts and vocal percussionists!
That means wherever your voice range fits, we have an open spot for it! This need changes semester to semester depending on our balance and which members have graduated.
If you're unsure where you fit (soprano, mezzo, alto, tenor, baritone, bass, vocal percussion), don't worry — we'll help figure that out through your audition.
Absolutely!
We welcome students of all years — including transfers, graduate students, first-years, and even non-students. DTS has had several grad/transfer student members over the years.
Group Callback invitations will be released the morning of Saturday, September 6th (day before Callbacks).
Final decisions from the Solo Callback are shared within ~24–48 hours after callback weekend.
Everyone will receive a notification of their audition status, regardless of the outcome.
Don't be shy! Contact us
Send your inquiry to cal.drawntoscale@gmail.com
Follow our Instagram @drawntoscaleberkeley for updates and DM us if you have any questions.