Musical Theatre Audition Songs 6 Great Options for Kids

Musical Theatre Audition Songs 6 Great Options for Kids Sign up successful For girls: I Always Knew from Annie Warbucks  No need to be the zillionth young auditionee with Tomorrow. You can show them youre the perfect plucky orphan with a song from the lesser known SEQUELand it happens to be a lovely song! Gee Im Glad Im Nobody Else But Me! from Anne of Green Gables  This is a delightful uptempo number that is hardly overdoneperfect for the young soprano. Sayonara from How to Eat Like a Child The right performer can really get smiles and laughs out of the audition panel with this sassy and funny number. In fact, the whole show is packed with great options. For boys: When I Get My Name in Lights from The Boy from Oz  This is for the young song and dance manthe extrovert! My Best Girl from Mame This is a really effective ballad, and would work especially well if auditioning for a role like the lead in Oliver or any other show from the 50s-60s. Big Blue World from Finding Nemo Looking for something newer? Look no furtherthis show is great for young boys to sing from! Because this show is only performed at Disney World, you dont have to worry about everyone else walking in with this one. So there you have it! There is so much to explore out there as far as musical theatre audition songs go, but remember that the right material shows off both your voice AND personality, no matter what your age is. This video also has a few good recommendations for kids toward the end- Lastly, remember that working with a voice teacher is the best way to find the song or songs that are right for you.  He or she will have plenty of ideas about repertoire, both classic and new, that will suit your voice! Your teacher can also help prepare you for the big day and help you gain the confidence you need to really sell your song. And most voice teachers are knowledgeable about upcoming auditions in their respective communities, so they can help you or your child find local opportunities you may not normally hear about. Break a leg! Looking for  even more song ideas?  Check out our list 400+ songs to sing! 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 Photo by Eva Rinaldi