The Best Audition Songs for An American in Paris
When considering audition songs for An American in Paris, it’s fitting to choose a classic song from jazz age musical theatre repertoire that aligns with the tone of the show and suits your vocal type. Always refer to the audition notice for specific guidelines.
Because An American in Paris features songs from the 1920s and 1930s, the audition songs below are chosen to reflect the style of that era as well. Each one has been carefully hand-picked and reviewed to ensure it matches the show’s style.
Step 1: Review Audition Info
Please read your audition details carefully, as they sometimes specify the type of song they’d like to hear (a ballad, something uptempo, etc.). Make sure to select a song that’s appropriate for your specific casting call.
Step 2: Study the Show
Before auditioning, you should get familiar with the show, and listening to the cast album is a great way to do that. Here’s where you can learn more about An American in Paris.
Step 3: Pick an Audition Song
Before choosing a song, find your voice type and range using the Vocal Guide.
Based on your personality and vocal type, decide whether to audition for the ensemble or a specific character. Whatever you choose, try to stay open to other casting possibilities.
When you’re ready, choose a song from below that best fits your voice and style.
Audition Songs for An American in Paris
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Jerry Mulligan
“Grand Knowing You” – She Loves Me
“Little Jazz Bird” – Lady, Be Good!
“She Loves Me” – She Loves Me
“You’re Too Far Away” – Nymph Errant
Lise Dassin
“Can This Be Love?” – Fine and Dandy
“Once You Lose Your Heart” – Me and My Girl
“The Man I Love” – Strike Up the Band
“You Are My Lucky Star” – Singin’ in the Rain
Milo Davenport
“Better Luck Next Time” – Top Hat
“I Get a Kick Out of You” – Anything Goes
“Nobody Makes a Pass at Me” – Pins and Needles
“What Good Is Love?” – Pins and Needles
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Ensemble (Altos)
“My Funny Valentine” – Babes in Arms
“The Lady Is a Tramp” – Babes in Arms
“The Physician” – The New Yorkers
Ensemble (Baritones)
“A Kiss for Cinderella” – Of Thee I Sing
“Just One of Those Things” – High Society
“Nice Work If You Can Get It” – Nice Work If You Can Get It
Ensemble (Basses)
“Easy to Love” – Anything Goes
“Oh, Lady Be Good!” – Lady, Be Good!
“The Most Beautiful Girl in the World” – Jumbo
Ensemble (Contras)
“Anything Goes” – Anything Goes
“Boy! What Love Has Done to Me” – Girl Crazy
“Please Don’t Make Me Be Good” – Fifty Million Frenchmen
Ensemble (Mezzo-Sopranos)
“Goodbye, Little Dream, Goodbye” – Anything Goes
“How Could We Be Wrong?” – Nymph Errant
“Jimmy” – Thoroughly Modern Millie
Ensemble (Sopranos)
“Dear Friend” – She Loves Me
“Falling in Love With Love” – The Boys from Syracuse
“Most Gentlemen Don’t Like Love” – The New Yorkers
Ensemble (Tenors)
“All I Need Is the Girl” – Gypsy
“I Turned the Corner” – Thoroughly Modern Millie
“Starting at the Bottom” – Fine and Dandy
Step 4: Select a Monologue
If requested, here are a few audition monologues for An American in Paris:
• “Being Romantic” from Do I Hear a Waltz?
• “Brass Bands and Confetti” from My One and Only
• “Dearly Beloved” from My One and Only
• “Some Crazy Poem” from Mack & Mabel
• “Venetian Glass” from Do I Hear a Waltz?
Step 5: Audition Prep
Choosing the right song is just the beginning! Strong preparation helps you walk into the room with confidence and ready to show what you can do.
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An American in Paris Song List
Here’s a list of the musical numbers in An American in Paris, along with which characters sing in each of them. Unless you have been asked to, do not choose from the below songs for your audition! This is more intended to be used for character research purposes.
Act 1:
“I Got Rhythm” – Henri, Adam, Jerry, Company
“I’ve Got Beginner’s Luck” – Jerry
“The Man I Love” – Lise
“Liza” – Jerry
“‘S Wonderful” – Adam, Henri, Jerry, Company
“Shall We Dance?” – Milo
Act 2:
“Fidgety Feet” – Jerry, Company
“Who Cares?” – Milo, Adam, Henri
“For You, For Me, For Evermore” – Lise, Henri, Jerry, Milo
“But Not for Me” – Adam, Milo
“I’ll Build a Stairway to Paradise” – Henri, Adam, Company
“An American in Paris” – Company
“They Can’t Take That Away from Me” – Adam, Jerry, Henri
Author: Stacy Karyn
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip and the author of The Thespian’s Bucket List. She is also the creator of The Cast Album List. Her background includes a BA in Theatre, a TESOL Drama certificate, and professional experience in Broadway and Off-Broadway theaters.
