Motivated by the popularity of American Idol and  similar Reality TV shows, many of my Students have come to me about preparing them to audition.

     I use exercises like "Share a Note with You" , and "My Mommy Made Me Move" from Volume 1  because they  combine Vocal technique, energy in performance, and delivery in a fun format. 

    I love these shows because they highlight the importance of a singers ability to perform.   When using my exercises I encourage my students to not only sing the exercises but to actually perform them.  I find this helps develop a singers confidence.

    I embrace the task of helping each potential "TV Singing Star"  prepare for their audition,  But it's important to remember that these shows are not just singing contests.  The Producers of these shows also have to focus on creating drama , tension, rivalry and fan loyalty to achieve TV ratings.   Therefore   I find it neccessary to remind my students that their success, or lack of,  is not necessarily a measure of their talent or potential but sometimes just a measure of their fit in the producers vision of the show.  

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