Thursday, March 5, 2020
6 Broadway Belting Audition Songs to Knock Em Dead
6 Broadway Belting Audition Songs to Knock Em Dead Sign up successful 1. Johnny One Note Babes in Arms Made popular by the great Judy Garland, this number will have you belting several big B flats with gusto! This 1937 show tune is a solid classic to choose if youâre auditioning for an older show. Its also a great choice for teen belters with a good middle voice; it provides enough of a challenge without too much of a chance to strain the voice, as it doesnât sit too high. Consider this a nice intro to belting! 2. Wherever He Ainât Mack and Mabel What a showstopper! Although Jerry Hermanâs âMack and Mabelâ was not a hit, critics agree the music is sublime, and this is no exception! This sassy number requires you to sing some high notes, so itâs best for an advanced adult belter with more secure technique. 3. City Lights The Act Kander and Ebb wrote âThe Actâ for another legendary belter: Ms. Liza Minnelli! But donât worry: you can make this one your own and you should. This song sits lower, so range-wise itâs not difficult. But it runs for six minutes, so if youre singing it for an audition, make sure you perform the cut that shows you off best! Its also ideal for a dancer who belts. After all, these ARE the composers of âChicagoâ! Not only will you be showing off your belting chops, but youâre expected to bring it as far as showmanship, too! Related Video: How to Choose the Best Broadway Songs for Your Voice 4. All Falls Down Chaplin Ooh, this is a GREAT new one yes, from another flop musical. What makes this Broadway song so great? Itâs completely sassy and has a memorable âcakewalkâ style. You get to belt this one full out; itâs probably the most challenging number on this list, as you need to belt pretty high⦠again and again. So this one is for the advanced belters only! 5. Iâm The Greatest Star Funny Girl Itâs been said âPeopleâ should be off-limits, as it belongs to Barbra (and Iâll have to agree with that!), but as far as Iâm concerned, singers should feel free to use the REST of the great songs in âFunny Girlâ! The big belting doesnât really come until the end of this song, so Iâd say this is more for the intermediate belter. The bulk of the song lies in mid-voice and is meant to be sung with TONS of conviction⦠and serious comedic chops! 6. Live Out Loud A Little Princess This is for younger belters! Its a wonderful, uplifting tune that is sure to wow. Its also very good for those who have more of a soprano-ish quality to their voice. (Soprano/belt is definitely a voice type! Lucky ladies like the fabulous Sierra Boggess in the video below are proof they exist.) The melody is gorgeous and quick-moving, and itâs just under three minutes. Choosing Belting Songs for Auditions Before you choose one of these songs, remember that belting is a specific vocal skill that doesnât come easily to most of us. Itâs super easy to hurt yourself if you do it incorrectly. The last thing you want is to strain your voice! Some voice teachers specialize in the technique, so make sure youâre working with someone who can help you achieve the sound youâre after! TakeLessons has many talented instructors who can help you achieve your belting goals. Good luck at your audition! Post Author: Molly R. Molly R. teaches online and in-person singing lessons in Hayward, CA. Her specialties include teaching beginner vocalists, shy singers, children, teens, lapsed singers, and older beginners. She joined TakeLessons in November 2013. Learn more about Molly here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher
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