When it comes to auditioning for colleges, finding a way to stand out from the crowd is essential. One of the main areas in which you can assert your individuality is through your choice of audition repertoire. Below, I’ve identified eight elements that your audition songs need to fulfill; if you can check these components off your list, you are well on your way to giving an audition of which you can be proud. Here’s to getting A.C.C.E.P.T.E.D. to your dream program!
A is for Appropriate. The material that you choose should be not only age-appropriate but also accentuate who you are as a person. Make sure you know the original source material well. Once you are familiar with the show, ask yourself, “Does this seem like a character I would play?” Select pieces from roles that the admissions team could envision you playing onstage.
C is for Clear. It is imperative that you mark your music very precisely for your audition pianist. Make his or her job easier by indicating where your cut begins and ends, as well as highlighting any important musical shifts such as key change, tempo change, etc.
C is for Contrasting. When you are asked to do two songs, make sure that there is a strong distinction between your
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