Audition! Must audition!

[saxikath]

I knew this was coming around, but until I just looked at the postcard I got, I'd forgotten the auditions were so soon. The Footlight Club is doing Ragtime this spring, which I adore. Auditions are coming up January 4th and 5th. Must find audition song!

Those of you who have heard me sing: what do you think would convince the auditioners that this usually-classical-type singer is just perfect for, say, Emma Goldman? (In my dreams, I'd play Mother, but I can't belt, so my chances are slim.) Or even the chorus. I'm at a loss... not sure what Broadway stuff really shows me off well. Advice? Please?

And I don't have much time to prep, because I leave tomorrow to be in Colorado for Christmas. Back Sunday night.

Happy Hanukkah, merry Christmas, bright Yule, and general good wishes to all of you out there in lj-land.

Comments

[greenlily.livejournal.com]

I'll think on this one and get back to you. :)

[tmcay.livejournal.com]

I believe that "The Night That Goldman Spoke in Union Square" is Emma’s main song in Ragtime, in addition to little bits in songs like "He Wanted To Say." Does that sound correct?

The first audition song that comes to mind is "Every Day a Little Death" from A Little Night Music. That might be a bit low for your range, but I think it’s close to Emma’s range in Ragtime. "Paris Original" from How to Succeed might be fun – it’s about the same range but a bit more upbeat. Maybe "Sensitivity" from Once Upon a Mattress? I think that you would want to avoid anything too legato considering the show.

Anyway, toi toi toi!