Okay so I'm trying out for a singing group at our school called "Chamber Singers" If you dont know what that is its like a choir...but tryouts are next friday and i have no idea what song to sing...i want to do one that really showcases my voice...but i dont know the best way to go about figuring out which one does...Like I thought about recording on a karaoke machine but you know how bad the quality of that is...and then i figured i could ask my parents but i'm not sure they'll be completely honest...what do yall think? I really DONT want to make a fool of myself....singing is a HUGE dream of mine and I take it extremely seriously! Thanks so much in advance for anyone who helps...
and please dont mention that i could sing for you because
A) I dont have a mic
and
B) You still sound back singing on a mic hooked up to the computer..so please dont mention that option...thanks!
[ Answer this question ] Want to answer more questions in the Hobbies category? Maybe give some free advice about: Music? broadwaybabe629 answered Tuesday March 21 2006, 10:27 pm: Just like you, I always have a rough time trying to pick the perfect song. You want a song that will showcase your talents and let your voice sound amazing. You want to hide [if you have any] flaws you might have. Also, it is important to keep in mind that you don't want to take anything too challenging because while they will take this fact into consideration, if you get nervous it is possible that your mistakes may overshadow your voice.
Something to consider while choosing the song, is your audience and the type of music the group you are auditioning for. I'm in the Select Choir at my school, they luckily gave us an audition piece. I would think about the type of music your chamber group usually performs and base your choice off of that. You want to show your personality and how amazing you are, but you also want them to hear that you can do what they do [better than they can ^_^] and you would be the best addition to them. Pick a song, you'll be able to tell while singing it if it works for you. If you're struggling even a little, it's NOT a good audition piece. No matter what, GO FOR IT. You never know how far you can go until you try. Best of Luck! I hope you make it. If you need any more help, feel free to contact me, just let me know a typical genre they perform and your range. ^_^
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__ADViCE4UALWAYS answered Sunday March 5 2006, 7:55 am: Circle of life, Seasons of love, You want to pick the slow/upbeat songs and you iwll get put in :)
I sing annie songs to try out for things :) But then again i have an amazing voice :)
AmmoniaImmunity answered Thursday March 2 2006, 10:41 pm: Sing one of the upbeat songs from Grease, because as popular a it is, it isn't used that much at auditions. And even if you mess up, it incorporates with the song, so no one will notice. Hope this helps. :-)
u_can_trust_me answered Thursday March 2 2006, 6:30 pm: theres know real way of telling you how to pick a song so you could either choice:make up your own song and sing it like you want, or choice B: find a couple songs you like to sing in the shower to. put your hands over your ears to block out all sound and see what to you you like best .i find this techiqne really works when trying to deal with pitches. !good luck! [ u_can_trust_me's advice column | Ask u_can_trust_me A Question ]
Vanity answered Wednesday March 1 2006, 10:05 pm: When I tried out for my high school's show choir I sang "At Last" and got in. So it's worth a try! [ Vanity's advice column | Ask Vanity A Question ]
Vikki27 answered Wednesday March 1 2006, 6:29 pm: Personally, I would recommend Over The Rainbow, by Eva Cassidy. It's a beautiful song if you have the voice for it and it does show off your vocals, as well as setting you apart from the people who go along trying to sound like Beyonce! [ Vikki27's advice column | Ask Vikki27 A Question ]
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