Please help me!
I've got an audition coming up, and I need to have two songs (violin). I need one song of lyrical nature, and one of technical nature, please explain to me what those are! I have one song in mind, "You Raise Me Up" Josh Groban, but I need to know something else too. Please help me! It's a solo audition, and I don't want to play anything too hard. Sorry, I just need a lot of help! No sarcasm or rudness please! Thanks!
2007-02-23 10:41:41 · 9 answers · asked by poppyseed 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Performing Arts
well I'm 14 and I've been playing for about three years now. My music playing has advanced a bit, so I can play music that pretty challenging. I don't know how else to describe my level, sorry
2007-02-23 11:06:46 · update #1
it's for orchestra (academy). I really need help on what songs.
2007-02-23 11:08:26 · update #2
What is the audition for? How long have you been playing? what is your skill level?
I don't play myself, but I have several friend that are violinists. Usually, when they ask for a song of lyrical nature, it means they want a piece that expresses feeling. Something that shows you know how to interpret he music. A technical piece is something that tests your skill...Flight of the Bumblebee for example, is a technical piece. It's not very emotional but it's technically difficult.
I don't know what specific pieces to suggest since I don't know your skill level.
2007-02-23 10:55:48 · answer #1 · answered by MagPookie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what sort of group you are auditioning for when you determine what sepcifically you should choose. You're smart to choose something that you can feel comfortable with and that is within your proficiency levels. Not knowing any of these nor the proficiency level of the group you are audtioning for, I can't make too many specific suggestions.
I would suggest you are prepared to play a three-octave scale at the request of those who you auditioning for. While you should choose pieces that show your best skills, you should also pick too examples which indicate versatility. For example, you might play a Handel sonata or a traditional etude to show proficiency and pick a romantic period piece or more modern selection for your "lyrical" piece.
I'm not sure how much time you have till the audition, but you might consult a sheet music store or even try one online. I would absolutely suggest asking a music teacher if you have access to one and tell them what you have studied so they can get an estimate of what would be appropriate. If you can, contact the group you are auditioning for and simply ask what is typical.
I'm a violist and that is the repertoire that I am most familiar with, but if you post what you have been working on and what sort of organization you are auditioning for (if its part of band, you might want more modern, popular music or if its an orchestra look for more traditional fare to be safe).
Hope that helps!
2007-02-23 11:04:54 · answer #2 · answered by not amused 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm 15 and been playing for seven years and I suggest that you should go and get Suzuki books from your local music store and with your experience you should try to get book 2 and play the either Minuet in G by L. van Beethoven or Minuet by L. Boccherini
[this is without a private teacher]
If you do have a private teacher then I suggest get book 3 and play Humoresque by A. Dvorak- looks more complicated than it really is, but sound really cool when played
But if you are up for a big challenge then in book 3 Bourree by Johann Sebastian Bach is very lively and fun
2007-02-24 05:16:35 · answer #3 · answered by = ) 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your private instructor can't suggest anything, here are some suggestions. They are classics that I have played before.
Suzuki Book 3
Gavotte by P. Martini
Minuet by J.S. Bach
Gavotte in G Minor by Bach
Humoresque by A. Dvorak
Gavotte in D Minor by Bach
Bourree by Bach
Suzuki Book 5
Gavotte I by Bach
German Dance by K. D. von Dittersdorf
Sorry, but I can't find my Suzuki Book 4. I think all the songs in there would be appropriate for you so go to your local music shop and see if they have it. They should, because Suzuki is the most basic. Good luck with your auditions!
2007-02-23 13:12:13 · answer #4 · answered by Eliana K 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You really should talk to your private lessons teacher or orchestra director. They know your skill level and what you are auditioning for and will know what will work best. Try not to go the popular route... go for something more in the "classical" nature.
2007-02-25 10:22:29 · answer #5 · answered by j_mo83 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gum Addiction -- How did you graduate from Juilliard? I read your other posts and there IS NO WAY you are old enough yet. Maybe you studied with Perlman (at a masterclass, workshop, or Juilliard Pre-College)? I've never heard of anyone graduating the Juilliard School at your age.
2007-02-24 12:11:38 · answer #6 · answered by bonnechancepetitchat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually your teacher will tell you what songs to play. I never did choose what song I would play for an audition. Maybe you should ask your teacher for a list of songs that are appropriate.
2007-02-23 13:11:11 · answer #7 · answered by KaeMae 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
hello. i am a juilliard graduate, and i have studied with many famous teachers [ig itzhak perlman]] if you have an audition coming up, you should not decide it, your private music teacher should. if you don't have one, i suggest that you get one. the teacher can help with your tone, intonation, rhythm, etc. the teacher can also help you with choosing music pieces for YOUR level of playing
2007-02-23 12:45:05 · answer #8 · answered by m11y. 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wieniawski
2016-05-24 03:42:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋