Audition meaning in English

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Definition

an audition: an interview for a musical part, theatrical role etc. noun
to audition: to apply (for a role), to demonstrate one's musical or theatrical skills (in an interview for a role) verb

Examples

  • "Subject: Open auditions for jingle"
  • "Thanks again to all those who auditioned a jingle for the new Delavigne radio ads."
  • "Anyone who wants to audition a jingle should meet in the conference room this Friday at 3:00 pm."
  • "Musical accompaniment should be provided during the audition if necessary."
Exercise 1
Fill in the blanks below with terms used in Susie's email. Use the hints to help you!

A "" is a slang term for an advertisement on tv or radio. "" are the words of a song.
An "" is a trial performance to demonstrate musical or acting ability.
Fill in the blanks below with terms used in Susie's email. Use the hints to help you!

A "[not done] spot 1" is a slang term for an advertisement on tv or radio. "Lyrics 2" are the words of a song.
An "[not done] audition 3" is a trial performance to demonstrate musical or acting ability.
1 spot: A "(radio) spot" is an advertisement for the radio. A "spot" is literally a mark or a stain, however it also describes a short presentation or commercial on television or radio.
2 Lyrics: "Lyrics" refer to the words or text of a song. In her email, Susie writes that one of the requirements for the jingle is to have original music and "lyrics". In other words, Susie wants the words of the jingles to be original!
3 audition: An "audition" describes a performance, generally by an aspiring musician or actor, to demonstrate their ability. Many movies, plays and bands organize auditions to find actors and musicians. In her email, Susie invites the Delavigne staff to "audition" their original jingles for her. Note the term "audition" is both a verb and a noun, and as a noun also describes the act of hearing.

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