Mezzo-Soprano Audition Songs
Great mezzo-soprano audition songs with video examples, vocal notes and character descriptions.
What is a mezzo-soprano?
A mezzo-soprano is a type of classical female singing voice whose vocal range lies between the soprano and contralto voice types. The mezzo-soprano’s vocal range usually extends from the A below middle C (A3) to the A two octaves above (A5). Mezzo-sopranos often portray characters with a strong presence and complex emotions, and they are known for their versatility in both dramatic and lyrical roles. Some famous mezzo-sopranos include Bernadette Peters, Sara Bareilles, Chita Rivera, Joyce DiDonato, and Deborah Voigt.
Video Transcript
A mezzo-soprano is a type of classical female singing voice whose vocal range lies between the soprano and alto voice types. The mezzo-soprano’s vocal range usually extends from A3 to A5. Examples of well-known mezzo-soprano roles in musical theatre include Jenna in Waitress, Fanny Brice in Funny Girl,Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton, and Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors.
Whether you’re searching for your next audition song or looking to expand your repertoire, StageAgent features a huge range of mezzo-soprano options in our songs database. You can search by title or find inspiration by filtering by style and age range.
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