Broadway Vocal Coach
We help musical theatre performers create fulfilling lives and take the next step in their careers. Here on the podcast you can expect real talk about the business, practical advice, and constant encouragement. We believe there’s space for every artist in this industry–all you need is the right support. Consider us your two-woman hype team! Find us at www.bwayvocalcoach.com and @bwayvocalcoach
Broadway Vocal Coach
93. Why You Still Sound ‘Too Musical Theatre’ in Pop/Rock Auditions (and How to Fix It)
What does "you sound too musical theatre" actually mean?? (Hint: it’s rarely just about your voice) Today we're giving you clear, actionable tools to bridge the stylistic gap between Broadway polish and pop/rock authenticity.
In this episode, we unpack:
- The most common “too musical theatre” habits—and how to fix them.
- Why “vocal color” is your new best friend: from Billie Eilish breathiness to Whitney Houston wails.
- How rhythm, vibrato, and vowel choices shape your stylistic credibility.
- Acting differences between musical theatre storytelling and pop/rock performance.
- Cynthia’s hot take: why imitation might just be the fastest way to expand your color palette.
Whether you’re auditioning for Moulin Rouge, Come From Away, or a 54 Below concert, this conversation will help you understand context, make smarter vocal choices, and finally feel confident crossing over into pop/rock.
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