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Preparing for an audition? Learn how to select your repertoire with these helpful tips from San Jose teacher Alison C.: Picking out the best song for a musical theater audition is one of the most crucial decisions you’ll make. Your selection must demonstrate not just what a great singer you are, but also your ability and appropriateness for the role you want, your professionalism, and your ability to follow direction. Here are some initial tips everyone should know before going into a musical

Sunny / Stone / Getty Images If you have a lower female voice and you’re getting ready to sing alto for an audition, you want to pick the perfect song! Luckily, there are dozens of excellent alto songs to choose from. Our list of the best audition songs for altos offers a variety of choices that allow you to pick one you’re comfortable with so that you can rock your next performance. We will share a variety of musical songs including Broadway, Disney, and classical songs. We’ll also

As a vocalist, there are many core techniques to learn in order to excel at your craft. From proper breathing and support to tone, range, and pitch, mastering the art of singing takes practice and dedication. One of the singing tips that is frequently overlooked is microphone technique. All of your hard work can be undone if you’re not comfortable with microphone technique. The moment you sing into a microphone your acoustic voice becomes an electric instrument. Even with the best vocal techn

Wondering how to improve your singing? While singing lessons are a big part of the equation, the way you practice in between lessons is just as important. Take a look at these tips from Ann Arbor, MI singing teacher Elaina R...   How often should you practice singing? This is a question that, as a voice teacher, I get all the time. The truth is, singers are in a unique position when it comes to practicing, especially compared to other instrumentalists. Here’s the best way for you

As a teen, it's important to choose an audition song that not only shows off your voice, but is also age-appropriate. Here, voice teacher Molly R. shares a few tips for selecting your song, plus 50 top picks for the best theater audition songs for teen girls and boys. It’s wonderful to be a teen musical theater performer! There are so many great opportunities at this age - high school productions, community theater, and even professional theater for a lucky few. But it's not always

Wondering how to be a better singer? There's more to it than knowing how to use your voice. Read on as teacher Tony F. explains...   Have you ever listened to professional singers and wished that you could sing like them? If so, then this blog post is for you. We’ll teach you the secret of how to become a better singer—and it’s probably not the one that you think!  Are you ready?  Here goes… how to be a better singer instantly! How Can I Improve My Singing Voice? I

Summer's here, and that means road trip season! If you're doing any long-distance driving this year, you might be on the lookout for family-friendly road trip songs that will keep everyone entertained... while simultaneously not driving anyone crazy. If you'd rather not get "The Song That Never Ends" stuck in your head yet again (or -- let's be honest -- anything from the Frozen soundtrack), you're not alone. It can be difficult to make everyone happy at all times -- but we've got you co

You don’t need expensive vocal lessons or a lot of natural talent to learn how to sing on key.  While some people are born with perfect pitch, most of us have to work a little bit harder to keep our singing on track. Luckily, there are some great tools out there that can help you train your ear and improve your singing skills. Read on to learn more. How Do You Tell if You Sing on Key?  Am I singing on key? As a singer, it is important to be able to know how to learn to sing on k

There are so many genres to explore as a singer! Here, Austin, TX voice teacher Gfire M. shares her tips for singing gospel music...   I have always been fascinated with gospel music! I spent several years studying Aretha Franklin, Mahalia Jackson, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, and other famous gospel singers, just so I could get that soulful feel and get those cool bluesy licks into my own singing style. Here are some tips to help you get started with your own gospel journey. 1. Breathing

Think it's too late for you to learn how to sing? Here, Hayward, CA teacher Molly R. explains why it's actually a fantastic time to start up lessons--as well as some helpful singing tips for making the most of them... "I'm 70. Is it too late for me to learn how to sing?" As a voice teacher, I get inquiries from singers of all walks of life. It's actually pretty surprising to me that more people think it's normal for a 3-year-old (!) to take private voice lessons, yet it's completely