what song should i sing for an oliver audition?

Question

I'm interested in trying out for Bet, in Oliver!... what would be a good audition song for this? I'm a first soprano, but I've had a lot of vocal training and have a decent belt voice, and can do alto and mezzo pieces very well.

Answer 1

First of all, always sing a musical theatre song unless specifically asked to sing something different. And, usually you do not sing from the score unless specifically asked to or the audition notice says it's ok to do so. I wouldn't suggest it though unless your character has a particularly difficult song and you need to show the director that you can do it.

What about Gimme Gimme from Thoroughly Modern Millie, Somewhere That's Green from Little Shop, Much More from Fantasticks, Don't Tell Mama from Cabaret

- but take into account who Bet is and what the highest and lowest notes are that she hits in her solos are and try to find a song that will show off all of that in you. I haven't seen Oliver in so long, I honestly don't remember much other than that she's Nancy's sidekick so do some research on your character and then choose your song. Break a leg!

Answer 2

Never sing a song from the same show, but sometimes it's a good idea to sing one from the same composer. The only other musical I could find by Lionel Bart is "La Strada"

Answer 3

i tried out for oliver twist too ( if thats the oliver u mean) i sang the chorus of i beleve i can fly i almost got the part but i couldnt hit the high note and another girl who got in the play sang that song for her audition my music teacher said i was the perfect choice