Auditions Down!

Yes! I survived both of my auditions that you've heard so much about! And I didn't end up embarrassing myself too badly! I feel like an old pro now!

Audition #1: Honors Concert Choir - Friday, April 8, 2:25pm
Honestly, why did I even bother being nervous for this one? It was so much easier than I thought. I even made sure not to eat any dairy or chocolate all day, because I read that they can coat your throat and make it feel all clogged. And I kept a water bottle with me at school day to stay hydrated, which also meant I was in the bathroom all day. So when I got there, I heard that someone heard from someone who heard that Ms. Conrad wouldn't be cutting many people. Not surprising, considering she's the nicest teacher and would probably tell you you sound good even if you sound like an elephant with bronchitis. (I'm not quite sure what that would sound like, but do you see my point?) I think I did okay on the diatonic scales, but I'm not sure about the chromatic scale. Chromatic scales a lot harder to sing than they are to play on an instrument. And the solo, The Ash Grove, was pretty easy. So HOPEFULLY I did better than some of the other 80 people auditioning and perhaps got in!!?!!!

Audition #2: Moorarts' Hairspray - Saturday (today!) 10am
I didn't really know what to expect for this one. I guess perhaps it turned out better than I expected.  When I got there there were two whole friends (count 'em! Two! Deux amies! Dos amigos!) also waiting to audition! It really helps to have people you know there. Anyway, first we were all given numbers (I was 59) and instructed to wait in the lobby. Then they called us by groups of 5 to wait outside of the auditorium. One at a time, you would go on to the stage, walk to center stage, introduce yourself, and say what part you're auditioning for and what song you're singing. The first time, I missed the entrance and then pretended that I was coughing. I don't think the coughing was that convincing, but they let me start again. Unfortunately, when I'm nervous my voice gets really deep so I believe I sang the song an octave down. But I didn't forget the words! THEN we had to go into the cafeteria (this was at the high school) and learn a dance combination. Then in groups of 6 we had to go back onstage and perform the dance. And that was it! Since I just auditioned for an ensemble part, I won't get a callback. They should post the cast list in a week and a half. I'm not supposed to panic.

I'm panicking.

And I'm glad it's all over.