10 of the Best Jazz Audition Cuts from Musical Theatre Standards

Written by Andrea Canny

April 6, 2017

Are you looking for an audition cut from a tried and true musical, but don’t know where to start looking? Luckily for you, we’ve chosen ten from our collection that are sure to leave a lasting impression.

“Just In Time” from Bells Are Ringing

A jazzy love song that Jeff sings to Ella.

Get the audition cut here.

“Someone To Watch Over Me” from Oh, Kay!

Kay sings to her ragdoll that she needs someone to love and to love her back.

Get the audition cut here.

“I’ve Got A Crush On You” from Treasure Girl

A sweet and simple love song made famous by Frank Sinatra.

Get the audition cut here.

“I Can’t Be Bothered Now” from Crazy for You.

Fred Astaire famously executed a tap solo with a cane in the middle of a London street while escaping on a bus.

Get the audition cut here.

“I Get A Kick Out of You” from Anything Goes

Even though Billy sees Reno as a friend, she obviously has feelings for him and shares her feelings in this bouncy song.

Get the audition cut here.

“Will You Remember Me?” from Nice Work If You Can Get It

Cookie dresses Jimmy for his wedding as Billie enters to return his wallet. Jimmy and Billie both realize that this is the last time they’ll ever see each other.

Get the audition cut here.

“Fascinating Rhythm” from Lady Be Good

A quick and lively song perfect for guys.

Get the audition cut here.

“Autumn” from Starting Here, Starting Now

A slow and sentimental song celebrating the fall weather.

Get the audition cut here.

“Falling In Love With Love” from The Boys from Syracuse

A sweet, lovely, and sweeping song about falling in love.

Get the audition cut here.

“It’s De-Lovely” from Anything Goes

Nails and Bob sing to each other about falling in love.

Get the audition cut here.



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Andrea Canny is a professional entertainer (31 years), writer, director, producer, studio vocalist, vocal performance/cabaret coach, adjudicator as well as cabaret artist who is currently writing a book on integrity in the entertainment business.
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