Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical Theatre
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46 episodes
9 months ago
Welcome to Studying the Song, a podcast for musical theatre actors who want to take their vocal artistry to the next level by going deep into the music of musical theatre.
For the past 15 years of being a voice coach and music director, playing auditions and teaching at the collegiate level, I noticed the same two questions coming up over and over again from singers.
“What should I sing? “ and “How should I sing it?”
There’s often a third question (unspoken) that haunts many performers, “How will I stand out from other performers?”
In this podcast we’ll be answering those questions:
-how to select repertoire that’s right for you (shows off your strengths, highlights your personality, & connects to your spirit)
-how to sing different vocal styles of musical theatre
-how to interpret sheet music and analyze the score
-how to prepare for auditions
-how to discover the unique talents and skills you bring to the table
-and so much more!
Each week, you’ll hear educational content, live coachings, and interviews with theatre professionals – all focused on developing your vocal artistry and helping you discover the unique greatness you have to offer the world.
Talent and passion are only the beginning.
I believe that when you put in the work, practice the skills, and do the research, something amazing happens – you become so prepared in your craft that you become unstoppable.
Consider me your own personal vocal coach in your ear buds, cheering you on and bringing you the reality checks you need along the way.
If you’ve been dying to discover the songs that feel right for you, create more texture and depth in your vocal performance, and actually book the gig, then this is the place for you, friend.
I’m Korrie Yamaoka, and I’m so excited to be walking this journey with you. Let’s dive in.
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Welcome to Studying the Song, a podcast for musical theatre actors who want to take their vocal artistry to the next level by going deep into the music of musical theatre.
For the past 15 years of being a voice coach and music director, playing auditions and teaching at the collegiate level, I noticed the same two questions coming up over and over again from singers.
“What should I sing? “ and “How should I sing it?”
There’s often a third question (unspoken) that haunts many performers, “How will I stand out from other performers?”
In this podcast we’ll be answering those questions:
-how to select repertoire that’s right for you (shows off your strengths, highlights your personality, & connects to your spirit)
-how to sing different vocal styles of musical theatre
-how to interpret sheet music and analyze the score
-how to prepare for auditions
-how to discover the unique talents and skills you bring to the table
-and so much more!
Each week, you’ll hear educational content, live coachings, and interviews with theatre professionals – all focused on developing your vocal artistry and helping you discover the unique greatness you have to offer the world.
Talent and passion are only the beginning.
I believe that when you put in the work, practice the skills, and do the research, something amazing happens – you become so prepared in your craft that you become unstoppable.
Consider me your own personal vocal coach in your ear buds, cheering you on and bringing you the reality checks you need along the way.
If you’ve been dying to discover the songs that feel right for you, create more texture and depth in your vocal performance, and actually book the gig, then this is the place for you, friend.
I’m Korrie Yamaoka, and I’m so excited to be walking this journey with you. Let’s dive in.
A Crash Course in Managers, Agents, and the Business Side of National Tours with Mean Girls’ April Josephine
Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical Theatre
1 hour 2 minutes 38 seconds
3 years ago
A Crash Course in Managers, Agents, and the Business Side of National Tours with Mean Girls’ April Josephine
Ever wonder what it’s really like to WORK a National Tour of a Broadway musical? I mean, like being in BUSINESS as an actor and dealing with contracts, agents, and managers?
In this episode, April Josephine shares her journey as an actor in New York and how she booked the First National Tour of Mean Girls. She admits that she had to learn the ropes of the business side of things by asking other actors while on tour. She also had to get active on the Equity website and find things out for herself.
In this interview, she tells you all the things she wish someone had told her, including:
The benefits of self tapes for actors with learning disabilities
What to look for in an agent
The difference between an agent and a manager
How and when do you pay your agent and manager
The audition and callback process for the First National Tour of Mean Girls
How do contracts work for tours
The rehearsal and maintenance process for long running tours
How to be a life-long learner and discover new strengths in yourself
April is based in Manhattan, and loves the art of storytelling in any and all forms. She grew up in sunny California, and had the opportunity to grow and work in many regional productions based there. To Name a few: La Jolla PlayHouse, Moonlight Stage Productions, Lambs Players Theater, La Mirada/McCoy Rigby Entertainment, 3-D Theatricals, Welk Resort Theater.
Other passions include teaching/ collaborating with budding artists (tiny tot to young adult) in any way that furthers growth, safety and positivity in dance and the performing arts.
She has been on the road with the Broadway First National Tour, Mean Girls The Musical, since October 2021, playing Mrs. George, Mrs. Heron, and her favorite adult woman, Ms Norbury. She looks forward to working in and alongside the arts in the future as a beacon for hope, a catalyst for change, and rehabilitation in our world.
If you’re looking for VERY PRACTICAL advice about managing the business side of your acting while also pursuing work that connects to your heart, then this is the episode for you!
Xo,
Korrie
Find more about April at www.apriljosephinemedia.com
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Studying the Song - Audition Prep and Musicianship for Musical Theatre
Welcome to Studying the Song, a podcast for musical theatre actors who want to take their vocal artistry to the next level by going deep into the music of musical theatre.
For the past 15 years of being a voice coach and music director, playing auditions and teaching at the collegiate level, I noticed the same two questions coming up over and over again from singers.
“What should I sing? “ and “How should I sing it?”
There’s often a third question (unspoken) that haunts many performers, “How will I stand out from other performers?”
In this podcast we’ll be answering those questions:
-how to select repertoire that’s right for you (shows off your strengths, highlights your personality, & connects to your spirit)
-how to sing different vocal styles of musical theatre
-how to interpret sheet music and analyze the score
-how to prepare for auditions
-how to discover the unique talents and skills you bring to the table
-and so much more!
Each week, you’ll hear educational content, live coachings, and interviews with theatre professionals – all focused on developing your vocal artistry and helping you discover the unique greatness you have to offer the world.
Talent and passion are only the beginning.
I believe that when you put in the work, practice the skills, and do the research, something amazing happens – you become so prepared in your craft that you become unstoppable.
Consider me your own personal vocal coach in your ear buds, cheering you on and bringing you the reality checks you need along the way.
If you’ve been dying to discover the songs that feel right for you, create more texture and depth in your vocal performance, and actually book the gig, then this is the place for you, friend.
I’m Korrie Yamaoka, and I’m so excited to be walking this journey with you. Let’s dive in.
