The Enraged Accompanist's Guide to the Perfect Audition
If you have ever auditioned for the musical theater, or ever plan to audition, you must read this book! Andrew Gerle's love of craft and talent has overcome his accompanist's rage at the lack of understanding of what it takes to successfully audition and he is ready to help you. Where was he when I needed him? Oh...not yet born...Well, he is here for you! Break a leg! --Mark Linn-Baker, actor and directorThis book takes the mystery out of the audition process. Written with great wisdom, insight, and humor, Gerle gives a master class on the art of the singing audition. There's something here for all singers from the kid getting out of school to the seasoned pro miss it at your own peril. This book is indispensable for anyone who wants to land a job in the musical theatre. --Deborah Lapidus, faculty at Juilliard Drama and Associate Professor at NYU Tisch Graduate ActingHow did he get inside my head??? All my crazy actress fears, insecurities and questions are voiced and answered in this hilarious and informative book. I wish it had been around when I was in drama school. It would have saved me a lot of guesswork and a whole lot of tears. From the seemingly smallest detail (how to Xerox your music/why plastic sheet covers suck) to the really meaty stuff (how to act a lyric), Gerle tells it like it is with wit, years of firsthand experience, and perhaps most importantly, joy. Since reading this book, I have embraced and enjoyed auditioning, and have increased my callbacks and bookings substantially. His words have given me freedom and joy in the audition room. How lucky we are to be actors, singers, and dancers! And how lucky we are to have this book and Andrew to help us along the way. --Piper Goodeve, Drama League Award nominee, professional auditionerThis book takes the mystery out of the audition process. Written with great wisdom, insight, and humor, Gerle gives a master class on the art of the singing audition. There's something here for all singers from the kid getting out of school to the seasoned pro miss it at your own peril. This book is indispensable for anyone who wants to land a job in the musical theatre. --Deborah Lapidus, faculty at Juilliard Drama and Associate Professor at NYU Tisch Graduate ActingHow did he get inside my head??? All my crazy actress fears, insecurities and questions are voiced and answered in this hilarious and informative book. I wish it had been around when I was in drama school. It would have saved me a lot of guesswork and a whole lot of tears. From the seemingly smallest detail (how to Xerox your music/why plastic sheet covers suck) to the really meaty stuff (how to act a lyric), Gerle tells it like it is with wit, years of firsthand experience, and perhaps most importantly, joy. Since reading this book, I have embraced and enjoyed auditioning, and have increased my callbacks and bookings substantially. His words have given me freedom and joy in the audition room. How lucky we are to be actors, singers, and dancers! And how lucky we are to have this book and Andrew to help us along the way. --Piper Goodeve, Drama League Award nominee, professional auditioner