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Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreDeveloping Character through Movement/Choreography with Roger EllisHave you ever wondered how much movement is too much movement in an audition?
Have you struggled to find movement that feels authentic to you?
In this episode, Roger Ellis (@rogerellis), head of movement in the MFA Acting Program at Northwestern University, shares how he develops character, creates choreography, and develops a directorial vision through the lens of movement.
He pulls back the curtain on his creative process and reveals the specific tactics he uses to devise choreography, dig deeper into a show’s themes, and how to bring out each actor’s truest se...
2024-02-2654 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreA Crash Course in Managers, Agents, and the Business Side of National Tours with Mean Girls’ April JosephineEver wonder what it’s really like to WORK a National Tour of a Broadway musical? I mean, like being in BUSINESS as an actor and dealing with contracts, agents, and managers?
In this episode, April Josephine shares her journey as an actor in New York and how she booked the First National Tour of Mean Girls. She admits that she had to learn the ropes of the business side of things by asking other actors while on tour. She also had to get active on the Equity website and find things out for herself.
In thi...
2022-08-291h 02Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreDefying Type & Finding Success in Unexpected Opportunities w/Sasha WeissA disarmingly honest conversation about career, loving yourself (ie your voice), and taking on the identity of "artist."
In this episode, you’ll hear Sasha talk about finding success in unexpected opportunities like workshops, readings, and cabaret shows. She also shares her honest realizations about fighting her “type” and coming to terms with her voice (which she now loves, btw).
Sasha received her MFA in Musical Theatre from San Diego State University and her BFA in Musical Theatre with emphasis in Acting and Vocal Repertoire from The Boston Conservatory.
Some of her favorite NY credi...
2022-08-0157 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreFree Your Voice in Minutes Using Neuro-Kinesthetic Excercises w/Kimberly MollerDiscover how training your brain and neurological system can instantly yield more freedom, control, and flexibility in your voice.
You guys, I’ve seen Kimberly Moller’s work first hand, and I have to say - it’s like magic!
In this episode, I ask Kim all my questions about how neurology (all things nerves and nervous system) affects our voice. How can we improve tone, resonance, and control so that we feel more freedom and ease as we sing.
We also talk about how we can calm our nervous system and anxiety before audi...
2022-07-1839 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatrePreparing Your Sheet Music PART 2: Inner cuts, Tempo Changes, & EndingsIn this 2-part series, I’m going to tell you exactly how to mark your sheet music so that the accompanist has all the information they need to play well and in sync with YOUR version of the song.
Today’s episode covers
how to mark the cuts inside your song,
whether to use highlighters,
what to do if you’re changing lyrics,
how to clearly mark your ending,
and even a short tangent on Bruce Willis. (So there’s that.)
Be sure to listen to last week’s episode (Episode 41) so that you get the full pic...
2022-07-0417 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatrePreparing Your Sheet Music PART 1: First Page of Your Cut & Binder Best PracticesLearn the 6 pieces of information that MUST be on the first page of your audition cut.
Do you worry the accompanist won’t play your song the right way?
Well, worry no longer, friend.
In this 2-part series, I’m going to tell you exactly how to mark your sheet music so that the accompanist has all the information they need to play well and in sync with YOUR version of the song.
Today’s episode is a detailed run-down of what needs to go on the first page of your auditi...
2022-06-2723 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreHow to Pair Contrasting Songs for Auditions So You Show Your Diverse Skills!Let’s talk about 3 ways you can create contrast in your song choices and show your range of abilities and skills!
So you’ve got an audition coming up and they want you to bring “two contrasting songs.” What do you choose?
Do you find yourself paralyzed by this question?
Or at a minimum, staring at your audition book with a dazed and confused look as you struggle to decide which two songs to sing?
Well, let me help you out!
In this episode, I’m going to guide you through thr...
2022-06-2022 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical Theatre9 Essential Music Rehearsal Markings to Help You Learn a Song Quickly and AccuratelyEver wonder what you should be writing into your sheet music during rehearsal?
When I’m music directing a show, I have a very specific list of things I want singers to write down in their score. These are stylistic choices that go beyond what’s written on the page, and when everyone performs them as a unified ensemble, the music elevates to another level of nuance and professionalism.
But, what exactly are these “things” I’m telling them to write down?
Friend, let me tell you!
Today, I’m sharing nine essential...
2022-06-1326 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreWhat are casting directors REALLY looking for in auditions and callbacks? Interview with Jacole Kitchen, Casting Director for La Jolla PlayhouseYou guys, this episode is GOLD!!!
I sat down with Jacole Kitchen, Casting Director for the La Jolla Playhouse (San Diego, CA), and asked her all the questions I’ve been dying to know about the casting process and what directors and casting directors are looking for in auditions. And, boy did she deliver!
We talked about:
What is the role of a casting director?
What place does “type” have in today’s climate of color-bold casting, reimagining roles, and creating equity for actors of all backgrounds?
What makes an actor stand out in the audit...
2022-06-0658 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreGolden Age Repertoire Suggestions from FIORELLO!Hey friends, in today’s episode we are talking repertoire suggestions from the rarely done (yet Pulitzer prize winning) musical, Fiorello! (1959).
From the writing team of Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick (also Fiddler on the Roof and She Loves Me), this Golden Age show has a score that alternates between brassy, energetic uptempo numbers and string-driven bittersweet ballads. Throughout all the songs, there is wit, humor, and emotional depth, and totally relatable POLITICAL COMMENTARY!
I’ll share the specific songs that you can pull out for audition material and cabaret shows as well as the ensemb...
2022-05-3026 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreShould you sing a familiar song or a lesser known song for your audition? Pros and Cons of both!Friends, are you constantly worried you’re singing a song that’s overdone for auditions? Do you worry you won’t stand out from the crowd and that maybe, GASP, someone else will sing the same songs as you?!
OR, do you have this undiscovered gem of a song and you’re not sure if it’s a good choice for your audition?
Well, first let me way: There’s a time and place for every song - both the well worn classic tune and the undiscovered gem.
In today’s episode, I’m going to walk you t...
2022-05-2335 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical Theatre3 Ways to Shape Your Melody and Transform Your Song from Ho-Hum to Heavenly!Hey friend, have you ever wondered “why does my version of this musical theatre song sound so plain in comparison to the cast recording?” Or maybe you wondered, “how can I differentiate my performance from so-and-so’s famous Broadway version?”
Well, I’ve got you covered, boo!
In this episode I walk you through a process I call “shaping a melody,” a skill that all singers MUST have.
Shaping a melody is about making choices about how to interpret your song beyond the instructions given on the page. All those little black notes are just the beginning...
2022-05-1626 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreMy 3-Tier Method to Creating a Powerful and Purposeful Audition Book that Makes YOU ShineHey Friend!
In today’s episode I’m laying out the 3 tier system I use with clients to help them create a diverse and powerful audition book that also showcases their strengths and personality.
I’m talking all about how you can show the creative team who you are both as an artist and as a PERSON, as well as making sure you cover your bases with a variety of music styles.
If you’ve been needing to revamp your audition book and find songs that better reflect who you are right now and will...
2022-05-0934 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreWhy I Couldn’t Touch My Podcast for 5 Months and Why I’m Back!Hey friends, it’s been a minute since I posted a new episode! In today’s episode I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing why I had to put down my podcast for 5 months, why I’m back, and how I’ll be moving forward with the show.
If you’re feeling burned out, overcommitted, or feel like time is slipping through your fingers, then this episode is for you. You’re not alone. I was feeling all those things, and I didn’t know how I was ever going to get on top of it all.
The ans...
2022-05-0217 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreAudition Horror Stories w/Guest Co-Host Kathryn LounsberyWhether you’re a young actor or a Broadway veteran, chances are you’ve had a horrifying audition experience. Ever had the accompanist stop playing in the middle of your audition? Or did you show up late and nearly miss your audition appointment?
In this special episode, my fellow music director Kathryn Lounsbery and I share our own horror stories from behind the piano as well as submissions from listeners, including Broadway’s Beth Malone (Fun Home, Angels in America).
You’ll hear us talk about Sondheim mishaps, terrible dance calls, callback partners that botched the scene, a...
2021-10-281h 10Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreThe Power of Choice Making and Specificity w/Charles GilbertCharles Gilbert is an educator and author who has been training young performers and creating provocative original work for the musical stage for forty years. He started the Musical Theater Program at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia and headed it for nearly 20 years.
He's the author of the book, The SAVI Singing Actor, and the creator of SAVI Cards, a unique training tool for singing actors and teachers. He's a founding member and Past President of the Musical Theatre Educators Alliance, and has taught workshops and master classes in America, the UK, Europe and Australia.
2021-10-181h 08Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical Theatre7 Ways to Create an Intro for Your Audition CutLearn seven different ways to create an introduction for your audition cut that will communicate the mood, tempo, and key of your song.
Singers, this oft overlooked part of preparing your audition can actually be the key to your success!
When your introduction is well crafted, you’ll be able to launch into your performance with confidence knowing that all the elements of your song – key, tempo, and mood – are exactly as you intended them to be.
How good does that feel?! So good.
In this episode, I offer you 7 different methods...
2021-10-1140 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreAuditioning & Storytelling with Folk Music w/Madison Mae WilliamsHow do we perform folk music in the world of musical theatre? That’s the question I’m covering today with special guest, Madison Mae Williams.
With folk musicals like Hadestown, Come from Away, and Bright Star being so popular right now, I’ve been getting a lot of questions from singers on where to find a folk song and how to perform it for their audition.
This category of musical can seem difficult to audition for because the music doesn’t center on vocal virtuosity. How do we show the auditors our vocal skill when the so...
2021-10-0456 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreSHOW BREAKDOWN: Little Shop of HorrorsA breakdown of the creative team, production history, character arcs, and music styles of my favorite show, Little Shop of Horrors!
This dark comedy sci-fi horror spoof by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken is a gem of show full of quirky characters and an effervescent score that perfectly intones the pop music styles of doo wop and rock ‘n roll in 1950’s and 1960’s.
But just why does this show “work?” What makes it tick?
In this episode, I discuss
how each character’s “want” drives the action of the show
which plot points are mu...
2021-09-2746 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreSpotlight on Lyricist Howard Ashman & bringing ”I Want” songs to DisneyLearn the hallmarks of Ashman’s lyric style and how he brought the dramatic conventions of musical theatre songs to Disney.
Howard Ashman was playwright, lyricist, and director who wrote lyrics for some of my favorite shows: Smile, Little Shop of Horrors, The Little Mermaid, and Beauty and the Beast. His song lyrics feature delightful rhymes and incredibly specific imagery that enrich the world of the musical.
In this episode, I analyze lyrics from his hit shows and put a spotlight on how he uses songs to
create more three-dimensional characters
paint the specific worl...
2021-09-2052 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreCut the Overwhelm and Create a Practice PlanDiscover the 4 types of songs that should be on your practice session work list.
Do you look at your enormous repertoire book and wonder where to start when it’s time for your at-home practice?
Do you start practice warming up by singing through songs, only to find you haven’t learned anything new or honed any skills by the end of the hour?
If you’ve ever struggled with knowing what to work on during your at-home practice or felt like you weren’t practicing with specific intention of honing a skill or pursui...
2021-09-1333 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreBroadway Auditions, Mega Musicals, and Acting the Song with Phantom of the Opera‘s Thomas James O‘LearyBroadway veteran and award-winning director, Thomas James O’Leary, lifts the veil and shares his journey to Broadway where he played title role in Phantom of the Opera for over 1,000 performances.
In this in-depth episode, Tom shares loads of lessons about rising through the ranks of some of the greatest mega musicals in history (Les Miserable, Chess, Miss Saigon) as well as the specific performance techniques that helped him break through to playing the lead role of the Phantom.
If you’re a megamusical history buff, a Phantom fan, or just looking for helpful tips about...
2021-09-061h 21Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical Theatre3 Simple Ways to Improve Your Tone Without Sacrificing Your ActingAre you an Actor/Singer who wants more confidence in your singing voice? Or are you a Singer/Actor who feels like your vocal technique goes out the window when you start acting more fully?
In this episode, I reveal how acting gets in the way of singing with a beautiful tone. Then I talk about 3 easy concepts to think about as you’re singing that will give you more consistent resonance, better intonation, and more control over your vocal colors - all without sacrificing your acting intentions.
Once you implement these 3 vocal concepts, you’ll have...
2021-08-0236 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical Theatre3 Steps to Identify Your Niche as a PerformerAre you constantly hitting a wall in the audition room? You know you have what it takes to play the role, but the director just doesn’t seem to get it?
What you need is to identify your niche.
In this episode, we’ll uncover the powerful concept of niche. We’ll discuss what niche is and how to identify your niche so that you can communicate clearly to the director the assets you bring to the table.
Once you’ve defined your niche, you will communicate exactly who you are and how you fit int...
2021-07-2635 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreHow Does Melody Tell a Story? -- Part 3: SONG FORMLearn how to unlock the secret of SONG FORM by analyzing common structural formulas of melodic form.
Today’s episode concludes our 3-part series on MELODY and how it tells a story. We’ll examine how to identify phrase lengths, how to discover the structural formula your phrases are following, and how a song’s form emerges from phrase groups, more commonly called “song sections.”
Once you understand the form of the song, you’ll be able to trace your character’s transformation throughout the song by identifying where the main sections of the song are. Then you...
2021-07-1244 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreA Simple 3-Step Exercise to Jumpstart Your Audition Book REFRESHWant to refresh your audition book, but not sure where to start? This episode gives you an easy 3-step exercise to jumpstart the process of cleaning out your book and finding the songs that will really move the needle in your career.
I’ve been hearing from a lot of coaching clients that they want to work on their audition books.
They feel like they haven’t changed the material in ages, they want new material that better fits them, something fresh, more contemporary feel – which I take to mean that it feels part of today’s...
2021-07-0521 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreHow Does Melody Tell a Story? -- Part 2: Motivic DevelopmentLearn 6 different types of motivic development and how motives provide the architecture of a melody.
Today’s episode continues our 3-part series on MELODY and how it tells a story. We’ll examine what a motive is and how we can alter and develop them to create variation and interest throughout the melody.
Once you understand the logic of the architecture of the melody, you can make your own informed and personal choices about how you want to interpret a song. You’ll know when to stick to the ink (when the writing is genius as is – h...
2021-06-2839 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreHow Does Melody Tell a Story? -- Part 1: Melodic ContourIn this 3-part series, I’m dissecting melodic composition and how it impacts storytelling in song. I’ll be answering the questions: What is melody? How is it constructed? And most importantly, how does melody tell a story of its own?
This episode zeroes in on melodic contour and how it can elevate your interpretation of lyrics. I walk you through specific song examples while I discuss conjunct and disjunct motion, melodic focal points, and a melody’s inner landscape of hills and valleys.
When you learn these building blocks of melodic construction, you’ll be able to ana...
2021-06-2142 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreThe Artist's Way, Reading Deprivation, & Korrie Checks InMy experience with reading deprivation and giving up social media for a week. In this episode I get personal as I share my journey of reading The Artist’s Way and doing one particular exercise -- READING DEPRIVATION. Sound scary? Hate the idea immediately? Well, If your brain is feeling fried or like you’ve got constant static going on, then it might be exactly what you need.
After just 5 days, I’ve experienced clarity and peace that I didn’t even know was missing from my mind!
I also do a check in with you about the...
2021-06-1438 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreThe 5 Most Common Audition Mistakes and How to Fix Them!Learn five advanced techniques for clarifying your storytelling and improving your vocal performance. Spoiler alert: these aren’t the things everyone talks about! I’m going to lay out the 5 MOST COMMON MISTAKES I see singers make when interpreting their songs in an audition. I’ll also discuss WHY they’re so important and HOW YOU CAN FIX these mistakes. Once you learn these advanced techniques, you’ll never worry about blending in with the rest of the crowd again. Your detailed, nuanced performance will show you for the superstar you are.
Ready to stand out from the rest...
2021-06-0742 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreAre You Singing the Truth? A Refreshingly Organic Approach to Interpreting Songs w/Enrique ToralMaster voice teacher and operatic tenor, Enrique Toral, shares his refreshingly organic approach to interpreting a song and singing it with YOUR true voice.
Have you ever struggled to find your unique voice? Or, maybe you’ve worried that you don’t sound as good as your favorite singer or cast recording?
Enrique Toral, a performing artist who has won acclaim across the United States and Europe, pulls back the curtain on his own vocal pedagogy and how he works with singers to find their true voice by singing the truth of the song. He talk...
2021-05-311h 03Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreForget About the High Notes and Focus On CREATING CONTEXTToday, I’m talking about the power of CREATING CONTEXT for your audition song, and how it trumps all the high notes and vocal gymnastics you could ever sing.
Join me as I talk about “the moment before,” plot conflict, what your character desires, and how your character changes over the course of a show – all in the name of creating a beautiful, three-dimensional character who is on a JOURNEY in your audition song.
My friend, your audition is NOT about the high notes. It’s not even about YOUR VOICE. It’s about telling a STORY. The...
2021-05-2435 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreWhat Makes a Great Audition Song? Here's MY LIST!Here are the 10 things I’m listening for when I’m looking for a great audition song.
As a musical theatre singer, you are constantly in the process of auditioning and putting yourself in front of creatives.
You’re looking at audition notices to find out what to bring for the music portion of the audition, and even though they may be pretty specific about what you should bring (e.g. 16 bars from musical theatre post 1960 or 80’s pop song not from a theatre show), you can still be left wondering what the best song choice fr...
2021-05-1727 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreTune Into Your INTUITION and Get Out of Your Own WayStart tuning into your INTUITION and figuring out what your heart, body, and spirit need in order to get back into the creative flow.
Have you ever procrastinated on a project or gotten anxiety about pushing record on your self-tape? Maybe you're crippled by thoughts like “why is this so hard?,” “maybe I’m not meant to do this?,” and “maybe I’m not good enough." Are the things that usually to bring you joy suddenly burdensome?
In today’s episode, I share my own story of facing anxiety and resistance. I talk about how I was afraid to sit...
2021-05-1021 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical Theatre3 EASY Ways to INSTANTLY Sing BetterDo these 3 things and you WILL instantly sound like a better singer. EVEN IF your range has decreased, even if you’re feeling out of shape physically, these 3 techniques will have you sounding more professional immediately.
I’ve been hearing from so many singers that they are having anxiety about “getting back out there” in the audition scene and on the stage. Not only are they feeling that their voices are rusty and have lost range, but they’re not sure they can handle the scrutiny and stress of going to auditions, being judged, the constant trying to prove the...
2021-05-0333 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreSHOW BREAKDOWN: HadestownIf you’re interested in auditioning for Hadestown or being on the creative team for a future production, then check this episode out. I break down the musical score, talk about each character and their vocal requirements, give you a list of artists to look at for audition material, talk through a summary of the show, and give a little background on the creative team.
Whether you’ve listened to the cast album already or are just hearing about this show for the first time , today’s breakdown will deepen your insight into what this show is about a...
2021-04-2650 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreEpisode 10. Create a Career that Makes You Come Alive w/Kathryn LounsberyFrom being a self-described ‘cancer’ happy just doing her own thing to a piano-playing comedienne headlining at The Comedy Store, Kathryn walks us through how she created a career for herself where there was no established path to follow. In this interview, Kathryn reveals the quotes that changed her approach to creativity, how to craft a cabaret show that is completely unique to YOU, what she’s looking for from vocalists in auditions, and the overarching importance of authenticity in your performance.
Kathryn is incredibly insightful and generous and she dropped some amazing truth bombs during this intervi...
2021-04-1948 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreRESET Your Audition Book with these 5 QuestionsCan every song in your audition book pass this 5-Question test? If not, your book might actually be stopping you from booking gigs. That is NOT what you want!
Today, we’re going to RESET your audition book so that it is working FOR you and not AGAINST you.
I’m going to walk you through 5 questions that you must ask of every song in your book. If you can answer all YES’s, then you can keep the song. If not, you’ll pull it out of your book so you can replace it with a song t...
2021-04-0526 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreHow to Cut Your Pop Song to Show Range and Tell a StoryLearn how to pick out the most important moments in your pop song so that you’re telling a compelling story and showing your vocal range.
At first, it can seem like there are infinite options and how do you figure out the best one for your audition.
But, once you know the song forms, you’ll discover that there are really just a few options to pick from and the whole process is really quite simple.
In this show, I’ll dissect the 4 basic song sections - Verse, Chorus, Bridge, and Prechorus – and tell...
2021-03-2946 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreThe #1 Missing Ingredient in Your Rock Audition? -- ATTITUDEIn this episode, I share the 6 Main Attitudes of Rock Music that should form the foundation of your rock auditions.
Ever wonder why your rock auditions are missing the mark? You’ve got the right song, the right cut, the right range, the right pop “isms,” but there’s still something that’s “off.”
I see this all the time in students, and it can be super frustrating for them because they seem to have it ALL TOGETHER.
What’s that certain something that is missing? I call it ATTITUDE.
More than just being “ang...
2021-03-2245 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreShow Breakdown: Six The MusicalToday’s episode is the first Show Breakdown on the podcast. I’m going to walk you through a musical the same way I would walk through it as a coach looking for material for students. This is one of my favorite things to do in life, so I’m excited to bring it to you here on the podcast.
We’ll talk about the creative team, give a brief summary of the show, and then dive into the characters and the score of the show, exploring the music genres and particular vocal requirements and styles for each chara...
2021-03-1538 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreHow Are You Preparing to Return to Theatre in 2021?For the past year, theatre artists’ livelihoods have been stripped away. We’ve been cut off from the work that feeds our soul, that we’ve been trained to do, and artists have had to find new ways of supporting themselves by building new businesses or getting other jobs.
As 2021 gets underway, we’re hoping we’ll be able to begin our work again this year. While we may not have a definitive return date, we are seeing theaters start to mount shows and performances again. Opportunities are starting to emerge, and we need to be ready if we want to...
2021-03-0835 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreThe 3 Keys to Creating Authentic Vocal Style In Any GenreWhat specific things do you do with your voice to create a particular vocal style? How do you sound authentic in a given music genre? From musical theatre singers who want to sound more "rock" to pop singers who want to sing contemporary musical theatre, I walk you through the 3 simple keys to creating vocal style so you'll sound "right" in every genre.
Press play and let's dive in!
xo,
Korrie
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2021-03-0133 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical Theatre10 Audition Book Categories You Need Part 2Part 2 of our discussion about the 10 audition song categories you need to have in your book. This episode covers categories 4-10, including the exact shows and composers that fit into each category. There's even a BONUS CATEGORY that I think many of you will benefit from having. FREE CHECKLIST available on the resources page over at korrieyamaoka.com!
2021-02-1837 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical Theatre10 Audition Book Categories You Need Part 1An in depth look at the 10 audition song categories you need in your book, including which shows and composers fit into each category. FREE CHECKLIST available on the resources page at korrieyamaoka.com/resources.
2021-02-1028 minStudying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical TheatreIf I Had One Superpower & Who Is This Podcast For?Welcome! In this episode I share why I wanted to start this podcast and who this podcast is for. It all goes back to the one superpower I wish I had!
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