What to sing for a cabaret?

[BariTenor1018]

Posted: 4/9/13 at 10:43pm

When singing in a cabaret/night club type of setting, will the audience usually prefer a slower, more soulful song, or an upbeat rock-opera-esque number? I'm performing in a cabaret at a club near me relatively soon and trying to decide between two songs. Both are well within range and I can do them well, I just can't choose.

[sephyr]

Posted: 4/9/13 at 11:43pm

I guess it depends on the mood of the club and where you are in the program. I'd say if it's an intimate club and you have a nice spot in the program go for the soulful song.

[Jordan Catalano]

Posted: 4/9/13 at 11:48pm

Cabaret

[EricMontreal22]

Posted: 4/9/13 at 11:49pm

Do you know what others are singing? It could be nice to have something that would contrast with the majority.

[Jay Lerner-Z]

Posted: 4/9/13 at 11:58pm

Well what are the two songs?

You could just flip a coin. G'luck.

[JudyDenmark]

Posted: 4/12/13 at 2:54pm

Having sat through a LOT of cabarets I'd opt for the uptempo.... simply because (I assume) there will be a lot of songs that night and most people tend to choose the ballad. A night full of ballads - even if they're really well done - gets old fast. A well-done uptempo will always be received well. Have fun and break a leg!