There is a popular idea that performers are blustery extroverts, or that huge personalities make great performers. If you’ve ever done community theatre, you will have seen many of them.…
Tag: auditions
I have a suggestion for judges at every level, from middle school festivals to the Met auditions: You are on the best ground if you report on what you hear,…
This year I have four high school seniors auditioning for college programs in performing arts. Three of them are auditioning as vocal performance majors. At least one school for each…
There is no “perfect song”. However, there are many, many excellent choices. The purpose of an audition is to show the listeners the best of what you can do vocally,…
Last year, one of my very bright students asked me this: I was looking at the [a school of music] website and they said they look for talent and not…
I judged college junior women and college senior men today. I will write a few random notes here. Please ask other people what your “starter piece” should be. A lot…