Trying out for a cappella/musical theatre with little experience

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<p>Hi all! I really want to join an a cappella group and/or musical theatre cast in college.</p>

<p>I did choir from 3rd to 6th grade, sang in a summer camp a cappella group before eighth grade, and have only sung for fun since, although I did perform onstage with a friend in a talent show last year.</p>

<p>I think I could sing really well with training, but I want to work on my breathing technique and consistency; I tend to stop and start at random times or not sing with a powerful enough voice because I run out of air. I'd also like to be able to sing with my head voice. Of course I have many areas beyond these to improve, but I hope solidifying the basics will help me qualify for a group.</p>

<p>I'm currently a high school senior and I don't think my parents will let me take voice lessons this spring, so the only window I would possibly have with a singing teacher would be June to August, which is frankly not much time. I don't know if buying a voice lesson DVD or something would help in the meantime...</p>

<p>I would appreciate any advice pertaining to this subject, such as feedback on how difficult it is to get into college a cappella groups, what you think I should do, etc.</p>

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<p>I have a fried who is thinking about doing theater at her college next year, but they told her mom that when non-theater majors or minors audition for plays, they “find it hard to take them seriously.” I guess they want more room in shows for people who are actually pursuing an acting career? I’m a bit worried about this because I’d like to continue acting in high school- luckily, I’m going to a different college in the fall that might be a bit nicer about it! Anyways, the best way for you to find out is contact the department in your school or talk to someone you know who attends.</p>

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<p>Thanks for your answer! However, I wanted to start a plan now because I won’t know what college I’m going to until April.</p>

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<p>bump10char</p>

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<p>bump10char</p>

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<p>I assume you’ve seen the movie “Pitch Perfect”. ;)</p>

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<p>Haha I have…is it really so easy?</p>