Auditions are nerve-wracking, we all know this. You spend weeks rehearsing a few pieces of music, just to have all of your time and commitment judged on one given performance. The circumstances leading up to the audition might not always be fair either. In any case, here are a few simple ways to help ease the stress of an audition so you are prepared to nail it with confidence!
1. Practice, practice, practice I know this is common sense, but you can't ever expect to go into an audition and actually be successful if you never put the any time or effort into rehearsing. Diligent practice is absolutely a necessity for every audition. Here's why... No matter how skilled you think you may be, or how prepared either, the pressure will always be a factor. When you are right there in that moment, it is imperative that you receive as much training prior to this opportunity as possible. You will need to reference every bit of rehearsal you worked out, but luckily if you have practiced correctly, muscle memory and your inner soul will take over.
2. Get a good night sleep Another obvious one, sure. But the anxiety and stress will leave you prone to staying awake all night before the audition. My advice? Practice and work extra hard TWO DAYS before the audition. That way, you are a little more tired the day before and once you have finalized your audition, you will be ready to sleep through the night and rock the audition the next morning.
3. Eat healthy A balanced diet is another necessity to a successful audition. Whether you want to accept it or not, what you eat is in fact what you are made of. Proper nutrition, including: whole grains, protein, fruits, vegetables, and abundant hydration will keep your body in tip-top shape. The largest strategic advantage this has is that by having the proper nutrition, your mind can think quicker and sharper. This allows you to perform in ways that you did not think were possible when under pressure!
As you can see, these three basic tips for preparing for an audition are incredibly elementary. However, they are absolute necessities to performing a successful audition. Each of them are important in order to feel as comfortable as possible during the audition. The last bit of advice I would like to tell you is to believe in yourself. Confidence is the most crucial ingredient, but by properly adhering to these tips and tricks, it will come to you naturally.
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