subject: Singing Tips For Musical Auditions - What Are Judges Of American Idol And Other Talent Auditions Loo [print this page] Ok. So you've decided to audition for American Idol, or the local talent show, or the local Karaoke talent search. What's going to give you that big step up and put you ahead of the other singers and performers? What are the judges looking for in their first place winner?
First you need to realize that the visual impression you make is every bit as important as the quality of your singing. Having a terrific singing voice will not, by itself, win you that first place position, unless you happen to be a Josh Groban or Celine Dion) and even they spend much time working on their presentations.
Of course you need to practice and perfect your songs. Memorize them far in advance of the audition so there's no chance of your forgetting lyrics or melody. Record them, and listen - not just for bad notes, but also listen as if you were hearing this singer for the first time on the radio. Do you like them? Would you go out and buy their album? Do they "speak" to you with their emotion and style?
FACT: Most singers (including professionals) are not at all satisfied with the sound of their recorded voices. Elton John once said "Its an acquired taste". There are reasons for this, which I go into in depth in my FREE Ebook, "Excellent Tips, Tools and Techniques for All Singers". But for now you need to understand that many of the top selling artists do not like the quality of their own voices. Get over it. It's your voice, and your job is to take what you have right now and use it to win the audition.
You can't keep dodging auditions and performances just because you are waiting until your voice gets better. IF OTHER PEOPLE TELL YOU THEY LIKE YOUR SINGING, BELIEVE THEM. They are the ones listening fom the outside.
Just as much time (if not more) should be spent working on your performance as on the song , itself. Practice exactly where you want to move during the song. Use the entire stage area, even if it is only 6 feet, to "tell your story" Practice your expressions and body movements so that they become an equal part of your song, along with your voice quality. Leave nothing to chance. Rehearse it all. If you are singing Karaoke, memorize the song.
Establish a personal relationship with the judges through your presentation. This doesn't mean your obviously "playing" to them. They need to like you without feeling that you are trying to make them do this.
What you wear needs to coordinate with what you are singing without being overly obvious. (If you are wearing shorts and sandals while singing "You Raise Me Up" your outfit will prove detrimental to the overall power and effect.
