The 16-Bar Theatre Audition: 100 Songs Excerpted for Succesful Auditions (Vocal Collection-Baritone/Bass) [Paperback]

Michael Dansicker (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2004

Most large audition calls for musical theatre, both professionally and in larger school situations, specify that those auditioning bring in a "16 bar" excerpt. The professionals in musical theatre often complain that singers don't know how to construct an appropriate 16 bar audition, either in choosing a song or in editing an excerpt. With this new series, that problem is solved forever! Editor Michael Dansicker, a composer/producer/music director, is a seasoned musical theatre veteran, with 100 Broadway credits. He brings his expertise and broad knowledge of the literature to this series. Each excerpt has been given a thoughtful, graceful and effective form. No more illegible scribblings for the poor audition accompanist! An enormous variety of literature is represented, from old standards to movie songs to the latest Broadway and Off-Broadway material. With 100 songs per volume, any singing actor, whatever his or her talents and strong suits, will have many choices. In the preface, the editor gives valuable pointers on the nature of a good audition and some factors in choosing songs.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation (February 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0634064436
• ISBN-13: 978-0634064432
• Product Dimensions: 11.8 x 8.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #744,590 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Nice assortment, May 2, 2009

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Although some songs weren't from the stage but were from the screen, I found the excerpts to be a very nice compilation. Having someone else do the legwork and pre-cutting an audition song saves time, but the excerpt might not necessarily be your strongest vocal range. All in all, a great addition to any music library.