Audition Song Choices

melsmom09
Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:30:22 +0000

showbizgirl, the workshops my D went to are in Los Angeles at a Dance/Acting studio. I’m not sure what the relationship is between the director/owner of the studio and Mr. Wagner, but apparently he does a 3 day workshop every year over Memorial Day weekend. We originally heard about it from the director of the Spotlight Awards (connected to the Los Angeles Music Center). The students are selected by DVD audition; he requires each kid to send a repertoire list in the form of a Decade Chart, then he chooses a new song for them to learn before they come. The workshop focuses on “acting the song”. They analyze each song, break it down and really understand what they’re singing. He also covers the UMich program in terms of its philosophy and expectations (he presents this to the parents, as well). My D also attended a one day workshop in September in which he covered audition techniques, presentation, etc. Not as in depth as the first, but worthwhile, nonetheless. If you are in the L.A. area, I would highly recommend attending his workshops. It can at least let you know if you are a good fit for UMich. PM me if you are local and want contact info. Good Luck!