Ap Chemistry Chapter 7 Test - Why the Test Might Is a Reason

Ap Chemistry Chapter 7 Test - Why the Test Might Is a ReasonAre you feeling a little disheartened as you watch the Ap Chemistry Chapter 7 test? Why is that, if you are indeed doing great in your Chem class but still not making progress then you can possibly blame the test as a reason.The answer to the question of why the test is a reason, is quite simple. You are forced to do the same work over again. At first glance it may seem easy, just go and look at the test for the right answers for the Chem theory section and you will do well. But as soon as you start to go back to the pages to make corrections, you will find yourself hitting your head against the wall.In today's society, we tend to think that if someone does well on a test, it means they are capable. We do not want to believe that there are people who are capable of being able to come up with brilliant ideas, but do not have the self confidence to go ahead and try. We do not want to accept that sometimes they are held back by teachers and lecturers because they have a poor attitude.If you have decided to take the Ap Chemistry chapter 7 test, then you need to seriously consider the idea that the test is forcing you to look at problems and find the answers. Why on earth would we want to do that, unless of course that you are the sort of person who could get stuck in a dark room for hours on end and yet somehow make the right answer come out the same. How many times have you thought about doing that, only to realize you did not really know how to get around the problem.Some people have no idea how to solve formulas. Yet as soon as you ask them to type a formula or equation into a formula or equation book, they are unable to do so. Well we do not have the answer to the problem, but we do have the answer to this. You need to stop blaming the test, find a solution for your problems and get to work.One final word of advice, if you have not finished reading the Q&A portion of the chapter. This is the sectio n that gives the test takers a chance to answer questions that were asked during the test and give comments on the test and how it was scored. If you have not read through all of this section, then please do so now.Many people have asked the Q&A section if you can print off questions you have missed and then just read through the whole thing. This is something that you need to reconsider, especially if you have not finished the chapter and are not sure whether or not you have indeed hit the correct answer.

This is Backcountry - English Listening and Writing Exercise

This is Backcountry - English Listening and Writing Exercise We live in a mountain town that has a lot of daring people, so we get to meet a lot of extreme sports/adrenaline addicts. This video captures both the beauty and the danger of participating in these sports.Its also a good listening exercise with some spectacular footage. This short videouses some interesting language that you might hear on the streets or trails of the United States. I also challenge you to try the writing exercise. Ill correct both exercises and try to explain any errors that I see. Interested in improving your writing? Take our English writing course!Enjoy!The sentences below are from the video clip. See if you can fill the gaps. Write your answers in comments, and well respond. 1. _____ you been here?2. Maybe you think its all __-___ and red bull but it ______.3. What does the last word in the above sentence mean?4. How many times did you want to ______?5. Does your ______ still stop at the memory of that icy _____ the smell of your partner two weeks after her last ______?Would you ever do any of these extreme sports? Tell us why or why not. Why do you think people do them? Do you think it is acceptable? Write a short paragraph and Ill correct it. Dmitry Taipov 1. Have you been here? 2. Maybe you think its all high-fives and red bull, but it aint. 3. Aint means is not 4. How many times did you want to quit? 5. Does your heart still stop at the memory of that icy path the smell of your partner two weeks after her last shower?I was doing snowboarding when I was at school because my friends was doing. In childhood we jumped into a river from a tree and from a pier. Recently I jumped with a parachute because I decided to get to space someday as a tourist. For the same reason I started to use skateboard instead of a bus to keep fit. Obviously, everything Ive tried is not as extreme as what we can see in this video. And I dont want to do such extreme sports, but I understand that there are people who like it very much and I think its quite accepta ble. LOIEnglish Dmitry,Very good listening skills. For your writing I suggest you watch our used to/would video. In several of the above sentence it sounds more natural and is a very easy grammar structure to use used to/would For example: When I was a child I used to jump into the river from a tree or from the pier.Your first sentence should be past simple: I did some snowboarding when I was at school because my friends were doing it. friends-plural-were You need an object at the end of the sentence.In this sentence: For the same reason I started to use A skateboardmissed the articleThanks for answering! Marcio Guerguen Everyday as the sun came out and finished the breakfast, sit all day long on the computer screen, and try to plan next lecture, and suddenly I saw this video, my heart didnt beat quicker, on the contrary, it stopped! Its like a discombobulated moment that you recognize that Elisium really exist! whew! How I envy those who can go outside and enjoy nature and really got a life! I used to be a finicky person, but the tax and bill won me over! now I realize that I became a slave, A modern slave of the society! Someday Ill kick somebody ass and quit everything! Just wait ! LOIEnglish Hahaha! This is an awesome reply! I hope you dont kick anyones ass! Ok, a few grammar corrections. Everydaystates routine, which requires the present simple tense. So the correction is: Everyday as the sun COMES out and I FINISH breakfast (notice we dont use THE with breakfast, lunch, or dinner).Elisium is 3rd person so we need to use S at the end of our verbs. Elisium really existS.Your next sentence: Now I realize that I. this is something that started in the past and unfortunately continues to the present. Which requires the present perfect tense. The correction is: I realize that I HAVE BECOME a slave.Thanks for the comment. It made me laugh! I hope you can get outside more often and enjoy life! LOIEnglish Thanks for the response. Good writing skills! The onl y mistake I see is the very last sentence: Some are of us.there is a word order problem. The correction is: Some of us ARE more adrenaline junkies, some are less. Thiago Moreira 1 Have 2 high-five, aint 3 Aint means is not 4 quit 5 heart, path, showerNo, Im not. I think to put my life in any type of unnecessary risk is a kind of suicide. I think people who look for that kind of sport maybe has a necessity to prove for yourself how much he or she is brave and determinated, but for me, there are anothers way to prove it, This kind of sport dont generate any type of value for people in the world besides entertainment. LOIEnglish Thiagogood listening. Here are some corrections to your writing: I think people who look for that kind of sport maybe HAVE a necessity to prove THEMSELVES. They want to show how brave and determined he or she is, but for me there are OTHER WAYS to prove it. This kind of sport DOESNT generate any type of value for people in the world besides THEIR own entertai nment.

Ask A Nerd! What Does Holistic Admissions Mean

Ask A Nerd! What Does Holistic Admissions Mean Ask A Nerd! What Does Holistic Admissions Mean? Ask A Nerd! What Does Holistic Admissions Mean? Question: What does it mean when a college states that they have Holistic Admissions? ? Brief: When a college advertises that they have holistic admissions it means that they will consider the entire student not just one grade or test score. Answer When a college or university states that they have a holistic admissions process it means that they will consider every aspect of the application and applicant. This includes a student’s grades and GPA, especially grades in the field of study the student wants to major in (assuming they are declaring a major as a freshman). It also means they will consider test scores and may take scores from both the SAT and the ACT and might also consider ‘super scoring’. The college’s admissions department will also focus on the student’s various AP courses, and look heavily into the student’s personal essay, whether its on the Common Application or provided directly from the university our private Orange County college admissions consultants are here to assist you through the application process. 1. The Application Essay Many college prep students focus heavily on their standardized exams and eventually become too tired to focus on their personal essay or, alternatively, simply dont spend time on the essay because they feel its not that important. In fact, universities that advertise holistic admissions will heavily view the personal essay. Students might have excellent test scores and endless AP classes but still not be admitted. A poorly written application essay is a common reason for rejection. Its important for college prep students to remember that the essay is their one and only chance to stand out as a unique individual who can greatly add to the academic community (READ: Ask A Nerd! How Should I Start My College Essays?). 2. Standardized Tests Students shouldn’t be fooled into thinking that, because a college advertises holistic admissions, test scores aren’t paramount. Anyone applying to a large university should be prepared to achieve an SAT or ACT score well within the acceptable range of the colleges ‘average admitted students’. Holistic admissions means accepting everything, which definitely includes standardized exams! The exception includes small liberal arts colleges that will sometimes advertise that the personal essay is worth much more than grades and standardized test scores. To be on the safe side, students are advised to consult the website of the specific university to ensure they understand how much their personal essay and test scores are weighted. 3. The Individual Universities with holistic admissions will often look at the individual applicant as a unique person as opposed to a number. This is a benefit for nearly every applicant because it gives them a chance to stand out as a talented and important member of their high school community who will later become a unique and contributing member to their college campus. For instance, did a student go out of their way to take AP Psychology because they wanted to later become a social worker or therapist? Did the student hire a special tutor for AP Art History because they want to be an archaeologist or travel the world to learn about different cultures? Does the student participate in team sports because they have a passion for Kinesiology? Any time a student finds out that a university uses holistic admissions, they should know they have a chance to stand out and demonstrate theyre a well-rounded individual (READ: 5 Things to do Before You Go Away to College). Bottom Line Although holistic admissions are widely used and are a positive aspect of the university application process, applicants should be aware that their test scores and GPA will still be a huge and important part of the process. In many ways, colleges and universities will use test scores and grades as a way to narrow down the amount of applications that receive careful consideration. Many large public universities will only consider applicants if they meet the minimum test score/GPA requirements. However, it’s important to know that each universitys admissions process is confidential, meaning any strategic planning is only an educated speculation. Students are advised to apply to a mixture of schools including large public research universities, small private schools, and liberal arts colleges. Regardless of how universities choose their applicants, the more universities a student applies to, the better chance they will have of being accepted to at least one of the schools on their lis t. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

Motivated by his Peers, this Kumon Student Wants to be an Architect and a Doctor

Motivated by his Peers, this Kumon Student Wants to be an Architect and a Doctor Motivated by his Peers, this Kumon Student Wants to be an Architect and a Doctor Alan, 10-years-old, Level J Math and Level I Reading   There are many things that keep Alan motivated. He has short term goals of  completing the next level in Kumon. He has long-term goals of  completing the entire  Kumon Math and Reading Program before high school. He has a dream of becoming an architect someday, which he’ll need strong math skills in order to achieve.     But there’s also something else that motivates Alan. Something that the average person may not even realize. Because Alan is studying several years above his grade level in Kumon, a lot of his classmates turn to him for help at  school. Alan says it gives him a sense of pride and inspires him to work even harder.   “It’s  humbling to have my friends come to me for help,” says Alan. “This feeling motivates me to work even harder so my friends can always trust me. When  I help my friends, I look at it  as an opportunity for me to learn how to convey the same concept in different ways because each person learns differently.”   That’s a very mature thought process for someone who is only 10-years-old.  Because of his accomplishments both in-and-out of the classroom, Alan was just one of 56  Kumon Students from the United States, Canada and Mexico to be invited to the  2018 Kumon Student Conference.   He talks about his journey with Kumon.     How has Kumon helped you in the classroom?   Thanks to Kumon, I no longer feel frustrated with difficult questions. Because of the determination I have developed, I know that I will eventually solve the problem.  Kumon has helped me advance beyond my grade level. I’m able to finish my schoolwork faster, which allows me more time to participate in other activities.   How has Kumon helped you beyond academics?   Kumon has surely trained me to face challenges without fears. Although I love challenges, studying above my grade level is not always easy. Perseverance is the first lesson I learned from Kumon. It taught me to never give up. Additionally, Kumon has guided me to gain self-confidence. When I believe in myself, I can do just about  anything I want. In Kumon, I also learned to not be afraid of making mistakes. You would never learn anything if you are always perfect. Practicing daily and learning from mistakes is Kumon’s main idea to success.   Alan shakes hands with Kumon North America President Mino Tanabe at the 2018 Kumon Student Conference. What keeps you motivated in Kumon?   Reaching my goals keeps me motivated in Kumon. The satisfaction of achieving goals boosts my confidence, which in turn, motivates me to set more  goals and achieve higher levels.     What do you hope to accomplish with Kumon?   I want to finish the entire math and reading program before high school.     What did it mean to you to be invited to the 2018 Kumon Student Conference?   I was very proud of the accomplishment, but was also excited because I knew I was going to meet and interact with other kids my age that have the same goals and experience. Sometimes, learning informally from your peers can be a more effective way of learning.       What advice do you have for other Kumon Students?   Never give-up and always believe in yourself!   Discover even more student success stories.       You might also be interested in: With a Passion for Astronomy, this Kumon Student Wants to Become an Astrophysicist Studying Three Years Above Her Grade Level, This Student Helps Her Peers Kumon Reading Program Completer Motivated by Other Students Aspiring Architect Reminds Himself To Never Give Up Motivated by his Peers, this Kumon Student Wants to be an Architect and a Doctor Motivated by his Peers, this Kumon Student Wants to be an Architect and a Doctor Alan, 10-years-old, Level J Math and Level I Reading   There are many things that keep Alan motivated. He has short term goals of  completing the next level in Kumon. He has long-term goals of  completing the entire  Kumon Math and Reading Program before high school. He has a dream of becoming an architect someday, which he’ll need strong math skills in order to achieve.     But there’s also something else that motivates Alan. Something that the average person may not even realize. Because Alan is studying several years above his grade level in Kumon, a lot of his classmates turn to him for help at  school. Alan says it gives him a sense of pride and inspires him to work even harder.   “It’s  humbling to have my friends come to me for help,” says Alan. “This feeling motivates me to work even harder so my friends can always trust me. When  I help my friends, I look at it  as an opportunity for me to learn how to convey the same concept in different ways because each person learns differently.”   That’s a very mature thought process for someone who is only 10-years-old.  Because of his accomplishments both in-and-out of the classroom, Alan was just one of 56  Kumon Students from the United States, Canada and Mexico to be invited to the  2018 Kumon Student Conference.   He talks about his journey with Kumon.     How has Kumon helped you in the classroom?   Thanks to Kumon, I no longer feel frustrated with difficult questions. Because of the determination I have developed, I know that I will eventually solve the problem.  Kumon has helped me advance beyond my grade level. I’m able to finish my schoolwork faster, which allows me more time to participate in other activities.   How has Kumon helped you beyond academics?   Kumon has surely trained me to face challenges without fears. Although I love challenges, studying above my grade level is not always easy. Perseverance is the first lesson I learned from Kumon. It taught me to never give up. Additionally, Kumon has guided me to gain self-confidence. When I believe in myself, I can do just about  anything I want. In Kumon, I also learned to not be afraid of making mistakes. You would never learn anything if you are always perfect. Practicing daily and learning from mistakes is Kumon’s main idea to success.   Alan shakes hands with Kumon North America President Mino Tanabe at the 2018 Kumon Student Conference. What keeps you motivated in Kumon?   Reaching my goals keeps me motivated in Kumon. The satisfaction of achieving goals boosts my confidence, which in turn, motivates me to set more  goals and achieve higher levels.     What do you hope to accomplish with Kumon?   I want to finish the entire math and reading program before high school.     What did it mean to you to be invited to the 2018 Kumon Student Conference?   I was very proud of the accomplishment, but was also excited because I knew I was going to meet and interact with other kids my age that have the same goals and experience. Sometimes, learning informally from your peers can be a more effective way of learning.       What advice do you have for other Kumon Students?   Never give-up and always believe in yourself!   Discover even more student success stories.       You might also be interested in: With a Passion for Astronomy, this Kumon Student Wants to Become an Astrophysicist Studying Three Years Above Her Grade Level, This Student Helps Her Peers Kumon Reading Program Completer Motivated by Other Students Aspiring Architect Reminds Himself To Never Give Up

Hans Education

Hans Education Hans Education Hans International Education Group was established in 2007. It is a multi-functional international education group which is based on Childrens potential development, national quality education, international comprehensive art training and experience, international language training, international cultural communication and exchange. Since its inception, it has five sub companies, 11 branches, and more than 500 employees now. It formed a set of education research, teacher training, development of educational products and international education and cultural exchange in various large-scale international education group. Love More Kids is our new kindergarden project. About the new kindergarden:We will have a real treehouse in the yard. In the inner space, we will create a manmade time tunnel, through which kids can arrive into an observatory. Also we will have a cross-level library, where kids can enjoy their reading time freely. An indoor swimming pool with a mini beach is going to be settled down in the kindergarten, too. We named it L-MORE KIDS, which means to love more kids, moreover, love stands for life-oriented value education, which goes with the IB system. We plan to introduce the US kindergartens characteristics into our school, btw, we plan to apply for PYP of IB. Whats more, I also add STEAM idea into our school.

Exploring the Year 2 SATs

Exploring the Year 2 SATs If you have a child in year 2 or year 6 you may well be aware of the SATs they will have to face at the end of Key stages 1 and 2. Today we are going to explore the Year 2 SATs test. Children who started Year 2 in September 2015 will be the first to take the new style Key stage 1 SATs in May 2016. What are the Year 2 SATs? The SATs are 'Statuary Assessment Tests' taken at the end of the key stages in Primary school. All state primary schools in England are tested at Year 2 and Year 6 with some schools running optional (unofficial) SATs in years 3 to 5. The SATs are compulsory for every child and are used to show a child's progress compared with other children born in the same month. The Year 2 SATs are used in conjunction with a teacher's assessment of each child and take place throughout May. The tests are usually low key so as not to stress the child and the test results include the teacher's judgement of their understanding in the classroom and other such evidence. The SATs are marked by each individual school to give a standardised score. What is included in the Year 2 SATs? Key stage 1 SATs are assessed to judge what level of ability a child is considered to be. The Year 2 SATs will include reading, writing (including spelling and handwriting), maths (including numbers, shapes, space and measurements) and science. The Year 2 SATs consist of formal assessments in English and Maths that usually take around 3 hours to complete and further informal assessments in science that take place throughout the school year. It is normal for teachers to try to work the assessments into their normal classroom routine so that children don't feel like they are being tested. What kind of questions can you expect? The Year 2 SATs are made up of three papers: 1. English - grammar, punctuation and spelling 2. English - Reading 3. Mathematics - arithmetic and reasoning Let's take a look at some sample questions in each of the different papers: 1. English - grammar, punctuation and spelling 1. Tick the word that completes the sentence We were _____________ on our project. works / work / working / worked 2. Write one word on the line below to complete the sentence in the Past Tense. I _____________________ to Scotland in the school holidays. 3. Write the missing punctuation mark to complete the sentence below. Can you play my favourite tune 4. Tick the correct word to complete the sentence below. I hope _______________ we will play musical chairs at the party. when / if / that / because 5. Draw lines to match the groups of words that have the same meaning. I will it's You have I'll It is Didn't Did not You'll 6. What type of word is underlined in the sentence below. Poppy held the baby rabbit gently in her arms. an adjective / an adverb / a noun / a verb 7. Write s or es to make each word a plural. Fox ___ Card ____ Match ___ 8. Circle the three nouns on the sentence below. A whale has an enormous heart that can weigh as much as a small car. 2. English - Reading The world of ants Ants are insects that you can often see in a garden, in a park or just on the pavement. They usually live underground. a. What kind of animal is an ant? _____________________________ b. Find and copy two places you might see ants. 1. _____________________________ 2. _____________________________ Ants underground Who lives inside? Inside the nest lives a big queen ant. Most of the ants who live in the nest are busy worker ants. Queen ant The queen ant spends all her time laying eggs. 1. Which word in the text describes what worker ants are like? Choose one: sleepy noisy busy fast 2. What does the queen ant do? Choose one: keeps the nest clean lays eggs moves eggs finds food 3. Mathematics - arithmetic 1. 5 + 7 = 2. 19 - 9 = 3. 87 + 10 = 4. 15 + 3 + 3 = 5. ? + 5 = 9 6. 87 - 40 = 7. 8 x 10 = 8. 2 x 0 = 9. 12 2 = 10. of 20 = 4. Mathematics - reasoning 1. Susan has seven boxes. She puts 2 shoes in each box. How many shoes are there altogether? _______________shoes 2. Complete the table below WORDS DIGITS Thirty-eight 38 40 Ninety-four 3. Look at the pattern of letters below. G S S G S S ___ ___ S G Write the two missing letters in the pattern 4. Look at this list of odd and even numbers. 12 30 41 68 Write the odd number. __________ 5. Ben has a box of 10 crayons and 3 extra crayons. He has 13 crayons altogether. Abdul has 5 boxes of 10 crayons and 4 extra crayons. How many crayons does Abdul have altogether? _______________crayons 6. Look at the list of six coins below. 50p 20p 20p 10p 10p 5p Write three of these coins that make 90p altogether. _____ _____ _____ 7. Look at the four times below. 9:25 8:25 8:35 8:43 Which time shows twenty-five past eight? Source: Gov.uk Key stage 1 Science assessment Children at the end of key stage 1 will also be assessed on science. However, there is no set test for science; it is simply a teacher's assessment judgement at the end of year 2 following the completion of the curriculum. This will simply be a teacher's view of whether a child can demonstrate understanding of certain topics covered and whether they have met the standards set by each individual school. The results Results will be given to parents at the end of the summer term. The results will be based on the teacher's assessment and results of any written tests will not be disclosed unless requested. The results should be a report with SAT levels for each subject. At the end of Key Stage 1 the minimum expected level is a 2b. A 2c, 1a, 1b or 1c is below expectations. A 2a is above expectations and a level 3 means that a child is excelling very well. To conclude There are plenty of free resources on the internet to help consolidate any key literacy or numeracy skills your child may be struggling with. These can be done at home with a parent or a private tutor. Children should not be made to feel that they are under pressure to pass these exams; there is no pass or fail, they are simply used as a guideline to assess how a child is doing. If your child is struggling with any concepts or needs some extra help grasping certain topics then a home tutor is often the best way forward. First Tutors is the best place for matching parents and children with the most appropriate and suitable tutor in any subject and for any level. Every child should have the basic foundations for both English and Maths and a tutor can often help build these foundations, setting up your child for a brighter academic future.

Tutoring Lincoln Public Schools Will Build Your Childs Interests

Tutoring Lincoln Public Schools Will Build Your Child's InterestsTeaching in Lincoln, Nebraska is a rewarding experience for many and those that serve as tutors are taught the value of having a thriving community as well as an interactive environment. The teaching force that resides in Lincoln has in recent years increased due to the new State of Nebraska Charter Schools and the expansive school districts that the state of Nebraska has to offer. There are also several other 'traditional' facilities as well. These schools are able to provide state-approved math and English Tutors.The Lincoln Educational Services Department is responsible for hiring tutors for Lincoln public schools. They have some of the best tutoring programs available and some of the most experienced tutors as well. They even have tutoring packages for parents who have more than one child going to the same Lincoln public school.Tutoring Lincoln public schools will give you and your child a chance to not only learn a new skill but interact with teachers in an interactive setting. These are essential in order to build student-teacher relationships, get better grades, and maintain your child's passion for learning.Tutoring Lincoln Public Schools have courses that focus on math, science, social studies, and English. This allows the parent to get a lot of individualized tutoring that will help develop their child's talents and interest while still having them interact with their teacher in order to keep their grades up.When it comes to tutoring in Lincoln, there are a few things that you should know about Lincoln. Here are some things to know about tutoring Lincoln public schools.Most tutoring services in Lincoln operate out of Lincoln High School. If your child is in Lincoln Public Schools, they can be tutored at Lincoln High. If you have more than one child in Lincoln Public Schools, there is usually a service that will work with each of the Lincoln schools.Even if you do not live in Lincoln, tut oring Lincoln Public Schools can benefit both your child and your family. Tutoring Lincoln Public Schools will open your child's eyes to the world, allow them to meet new people, and keep them motivated.

What Is Mole Map Chemistry?

What Is Mole Map Chemistry?You may be asking yourself, what is Mole Map Chemistry? It is a chemistry course that is very popular as it is both fun and entertaining.Mole maps are fairly straight forward. The molecules of all of the elements are mapped to show where they can be found in the environment. The student is presented with a visual representation of the elements they need to study in order to make an element.The point of the course is to allow students to understand chemical symbols and how the concept of molecular structure applies to their chemical knowledge. Mole Science, which is the curriculum, includes the following main classes. They include Hydrogen, Oxygen, Helium, Nitrogen, Carbon, and Phosphorus.There are several standard classes that will probably appear in most typical chemistry class. The professor will work to match the student's knowledge of the material. Each major theme will have a different number of topics. A typical homework assignment would require stude nts to list the ten most common elements and then list the fifteen most common elements.This is a very helpful for both for students who wish to take the course and those who are already teaching the course. Students are often confused by the matter of whether or not they can use a substance that is listed in their book as their own material. This can make the process of learning even more complicated. However, Mole Map Chemistry covers such matter.In the present situation, the student will need to prepare their laboratory and materials in order to implement the concept of using a common element to provide them with a scientific understanding of the concept. This is why it is important to provide a classroom atmosphere to facilitate the process. The teacher can always learn new techniques to show students their basic concepts in order to motivate them and make them want to learn more.The Professor of Mole Map Chemistry has a unique style to his lectures do go by very quickly. He als o utilizes it to motivate students to continue to try and understand the subject. Students will find themselves fascinated by this course as it is both enjoyable and informative.

How to Find Audition Songs Guaranteed to Make You Shine

How to Find Audition Songs Guaranteed to Make You Shine Suzy S. Need help selecting  the perfect song for an upcoming audition? Finding the right song can take time and theres a lot to consider as you decide! Even if youre comfortable in the spotlight and dont suffer from stage fright, theres often a long, arduous process to prepare for an audition. As a professional vocal coach, I can share two secrets to making it all easier. In fact, these two things make auditioning downright enjoyable! First of all, treat each and every audition like a performance. Why? Because it is  a performance!  Approach it like you have the job already. Second, you need to select an audition song that best shows you off. But, how do you choose the perfect song to sing? Here are the 10 things I recommend thinking about as you  look for the best audition songs. How to Pick the Best Audition songs Is your voice low and rich? If you’re auditioning for a band, you better leave the Beatles tunes at home (Paul and John were tenors, the higher male voice). What about ladies? Higher-voiced females auditioning for a band may have a harder time finding repertoire, as most commercial music features mid- and lower-voiced females, but it can be done! The best way to  learn how to sing for your voice is to try out many different tunes. Any strain may mean it’s out of your comfortable vocal range.  Your voice teacher  can work with you on this, of course! Editors Note: Check out these ideas for audition songs for tenors, and audition songs for altos. Vocal competitions are considered auditions too, and sometimes they have very strict requirements.  For example, they may have you sing a song by a particular composer  or a song in a particular style. Make absolutely sure you follow these rules! Once you’ve established what repertoire you can select from, the key is to choose a “crowd pleaser. Let’s use classical music for an example, since they have many vocal competitions. At the  world-famous Metropolitan Opera Auditions, they like “showy” types of singing. Mozart, with all of his vocal runs, trills, and leaps, is seen as very impressive if executed well. If you’re looking at a pop or rock competition, it’s a little different. Whereas classical world likes the tried and true, the best pop audition songs arent always the most current chart-toppers. The judges may be tired of hearing mediocre versions of Whitney songs or Hallelujah, also. Instead, challenge yourself and try a forgotten oldie or a song from the American Songbook. Musical theatre auditions usually require a singer or actor prepare 16 or 32 bars of a song, or two contrasting excerpts. In musical theatre, you must consider your voice type, but more importantly, your TYPE! Are you a funny girl? A leading man? The  femme fatale? These are all critical factors in deciding on the best audition songs to show off your skills. One more thing worth mentioning: As prevalent in all genres, there are  many  overdone audition songs to avoid. Make sure you don’t make that mistake. And don’t automatically write off musicals that didnt do well at the box office they often have great music! Editors Note: Check out these top picks for musical audition songs, based on your voice type. Are they asking for a cut from a song, such as 16 or 32 bars? Some songs are much more awkward to cut than others. To avoid the awkwardness, choose songs that are fairly simple in structure (verse-chorus-verse, for example), rather than a song that rambles like a long musical monologue (think of many of the songs from “Wicked, for example). Simpler is always better, if you have the option! These days, kids have great repertoire to choose from. The problem is that kids often go into competitions or auditions with songs that are inappropriate; either the song’s subject matter is too mature or the song is beyond their capabilities. When you’re looking at popular music, it gets especially difficult as most songs deal with romantic relationships. However, there are plenty of pop songs with positive messages. Look at the repertoire of Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, or Rachel Platten. Kids can also do well by going old school. Young girls can look at the music of Connie Francis, and both boys and girls can sing a lot from the Lennon/McCartney songbook. If you’re looking at musical theatre audition songs for kids, be aware of what’s overdone. No “Annie” ever unless they specifically ask for it. Get a good musical theatre anthology and explore the songs that you may be unfamiliar with. For kids, the main idea should be about confidence, personality, and fun! If you’re a novice singer, there are plenty of good songs out there for auditions! The Great American Songbook is a great place to start for commercial music singers. Classical art songs (not big, technically-challenging arias) are best for those new to the world of classical or opera especially for competitions. Try not to  bite off more than you can chew. Youll want to choose repertoire that youll be able to sing fairly well, even on days that aren’t so great (i.e. if youre sick or tired). But of course, the more you progress, the bigger your repertoire pool will be! Your teacher and other music professionals will be a big help in this journey. While theres quite a bit of freedom in what either gender can sing in rock, pop, and jazz, its not the same  for classical and musical theatre. I’ll never forget the judges shaking their heads at a vocal contest when a young baritone sang “Addio del passato,” from the opera “La Traviata. This is an aria meant for a light soprano! He’d never perform that role on the stage, so thats why it’s not a good idea to present it in an audition or a competition! Editors Note: Take a look at these top audition  songs for boys for specific recommendations. If you’re a shy, young soprano, it may be a challenge to do a sassy number like “All That Jazz,” for example. Likewise, a character actor type shouldn’t go walking in with a tenor power ballad that may confuse people! Know yourself and be proud to be yourself.  There’s room for everyone out there young, old, funny, sexy, nerdy you name it. Playing against a type” will get you nowhere and you’ll find you don’t land the gigs you want! This is similar to selecting your audition song based on the required cuts, but also keep your audience in mind. Your audition panel has been listening to singers all day long and doesnt really want to have to cut you off. Singing a shorter song is fine, as long as it shows off what youve got!  Less is sometimes more. The judges often know all they need to about a singer in a surprisingly short amount of time. Frantically learning a new song before an audition doesnt always work. If you have already found audition songs that show  you off, by all means use one of them if it fits the audition requirements! Otherwise, there is more room for error (lyric flubs, weak high notes, etc.). I recommend that every singer  maintains a book of the best audition songs theyve worked on, ready to go at any time. And finally… No? Then don’t do it. Period. Your audience can always tell if you’re not into it. Since there are so many songs out there,  theres no excuse for doing something you dislike just because it may fit your voice. You have to connect with all of your songs! Post Author:  Molly R. Molly R. teaches online and in-person singing lessons in Hayward, CA. Her specialties include teaching beginner vocalists, shy singers, children, teens, lapsed singers, and older beginners. She joined TakeLessons in November 2013.  Learn more about Molly  here!