Fairytale Character Practice Tracks

These are probably the last practice tracks I'll post, but it would be great if the Fairytale Characters could use them to work on mastering the songs in Act 1, Scene 2.

"Story of My Life" m. 56-end
Soprano
Alto
Men

"Story of My Life - Tag"
Soprano
Alto
Men

More Practice Tracks

Here are some more practice tracks for you to work with.

"I'm a Believer" m. 21-end

Pig 1

Pig 2

Pig 3

Soprano

Alto

Men

Lead Part (Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, Dragon)

"Make a Move" m. 14-end

Top Mouse

Middle Mouse

Bottom Mouse

"Morning Person" tap dance and "Story of My Life" dance

Please check out these links for the "Morning Person" dance!

http://youtu.be/bXdwtgsjHwI Little rats first section

http://youtu.be/Ruf2L3H0jqoBig rats to end with little rats from front

http://youtu.be/O9vgmsIWDug Whole dance from rear


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usP97o5iL8I - another view of the whole dance


Check here for the "Story of My Life" dance!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PU-mj1GgJU

"Freak Flag" Tracks

Here are the practice tracks for you to use to learn "Freak Flag." Since the song is much more complex than almost anything else in the show, I divided it into more parts than usual. First, there are the ensemble parts in three-part harmony:

Freak Flag m. 33-end
Soprano Part
Alto Part
Men's Part

Next, here are the parts for each of the Three Pigs.
Pig 1 Part
Pig 2 Part
Pig 3 Part

And finally, here is a track that just emphasizes the solo lines.
Solo Parts

More Practice Tracks

I put together several more tracks that you can use to practice your music. Sing along with them frequently, and it will make a huge difference!

It's been a long time since we first learned the Finale, so here are the parts for the ensemble portion of the song.

"Finale" m. 72A-end
Soprano Part
Alto Part
Guys' Part

Here are the parts performers should review for the end of Duloc. See the earlier blog post for the first half of the song.

"What's Up Duloc?" m. 131-end
Soprano/Tenor Part
Middle Part
Alto Part

Here are also the Dragon/Dragonette parts for "This Is How a Dream Comes True." The style and tempos are terrible, but the notes are right.

"This Is How a Dream Comes True"
Top Part
Middle Part
Bottom Part

Updated rehearsal schedule sent 2/8/2015 - Also request for Bios

Dear Shrekians,

Please see the current rehearsal schedule (Feb 8) attached.  The only change for this from the Feb 1 version is that we are back to a Thursday, April 16 Dress rehearsal (not Wednesday April 15).  This was our original plan - and we are back to is (after some scheduling updates from LMS).

See below a request for your BIO for the program from our producer Ileane Olson.

Hi Shrek Cast,

It's time to begin submitting bios for the Shrek program. Every actor should submit a bio for the program. Bios are due to Ileane by Sunday 2/15/15.

 

Please send your bio to Ileane at ifolson@comcast.net 

 

When writing your bio, please keep in mind the following:

Bios should be no longer than 35 words. If you are a graduating senior, your bio may be up to 50 words.

 

Start with your name, then character(s) in parentheses - these do not count towards your 35 words

 

Example:  Mary Smith (Alice, Featured Dancer)  up to 35 word bio

 

Make your bio individual to you. Some things you may want to include are your school/grade, favorite show or character, activities, and/or thank-yous.

 

Contact me if you have questions or need bio examples.

We reserve the right to edit your bios should they run over 35 words (50 words for graduating seniors) or contain information that we do not deem as appropriate for a professional program.

 

Thank you!

 

Ileane Olson

Mob Practice Tracks

Here are the practice tracks for "Mob" section of "Big Bright Beautiful World." It just goes from measure 114-132.

Soprano 1 Part
Soprano 2 Part
Alto 1 Part
Alto 2 Part 

Practice Tracks for Duloc Performers (Part 1)

The score for Shrek is pretty complex, and we know it can be difficult to master all your harmonies in our limited rehearsal time, so we're working to put together some audio tracks that will allow you to practice at home. Here are the links for the Duloc Performers to use when practicing "What's Up, Duloc?"

Download the track for your specific part and grab your music so you can sing along. You'll hear all the parts played, but yours will be much louder than the others so that you can figure out how it goes.

This particular recording goes from measure 40 to measure 105. We'll also upload parts for the end of the song once we have figured out parts for the last few notes.

If you all put a little time into working with these tracks frequently, it will make a major difference in the quality of the show.

Thanks!

What's Up Duloc? (m. 40-105)

Soprano/Tenor Part

Middle Part

Alto Part

Links to choreography videos for DuLac Performers - use as references to rehearse!

These can be found on youtube at the links below:

DuLoc Dance Break http://youtu.be/EfHlgC6xe6g

DuLoc Dance break http://youtu.be/yadAukTA7zA

DuLoc opening section http://youtu.be/Bhr9WSg-Jac

Duloc first beginning of vocal section sequence http://youtu.be/Bhr9WSg-Jac

Duloc whole beginning sequence http://youtu.be/fZSuyfS2zXc

Info from our Choreographer!

Dear Shrek actors,
We are moving ahead rapidly with choreography. (Fun!)  A few important notes...

If you miss a dance rehearsal, it is your responsibility to learn the dance from another actor.  Ben Lattes is our dance captain.  We do not have time to re-teach the dances at future rehearsals.  This is especially important if you missed the Duloc rehearsal on Jan. 25, as this dance is very complicated.

Bring your dance shoes to each and every rehearsal!  Jazz shoes and tap shoes, if that applies.

About tap shoes (dancing rats only)-- you have 3 options:

1). Used shoes from Kathe/Center Stage. (Mostly smaller sizes)  I have already found used shoes for several younger rats.  If your actor did get a used pair, please send $5 (give to Kathe), this goes to my "shoe swap" program.  Thanks to those who have already paid!

2). Borrow tap shoes!  Older rats can have any style of black tap shoes (oxford, character, or maryjanes).  A good source is friends from Fairview High as they tapped in their fall musical.

3).  Buy tap shoes.  Check ARC and other thrift stores.  If you are buying new, I recommend Boulder Bodywear-- mention CenterStage for a 10% discount.

Older rats-- if you cannot get tap shoes, the other alternative is black character shoes-- and we will try to fool the audience into thinking they are tap shoes.

Please have your tap shoes by our big rehearsal on Friday, Feb. 13!  We will learn the entire number this day, and it is the last dance rehearsal on the hardwood floor at the Arts Center.

Thanks for your attention to this!  If you have questions please contact Kathe, Jeanie, or Taylor.