You can create a playlist to listen to at the right times during the competition. However, you can add or remove songs for other competition needs. You could listen to a song while you were doing your make-up, eating breakfast, or whenever you could fit the time in. I recommend ten songs, each for a different purpose. Let me break them down for you. Please note that you do not need to use the songs that I list unless you want to, and that they are merely examples for explaining the purpose. Include the songs that work best for you on your pageant competition playlist.
1. Arrival song: This song will be fun. It doesn't need to be focused. Even though you want to do your best at your pageant, you should also be able to look back on the time and feel like you had an enjoyable experience. An example arrival song could be P!nk's "Get The Party Started."
2. Mingling song: You want to go for a song that makes you transform into a social butterfly. You may have some ice-breaker situations with other contestants or time where you get to know each other. You never want to be one of those catty contestants who is too good for everyone else. This song will encourage you to have a good time with the other contestants without reminding you about the competition. "I Gotta Feeling" by the Black Eyed Peas could work as a song for socializing.
3. Relaxation song: You want a soft song that will ease your nerves if you feel stressed or anxious. This is a song that you can take deep breaths to. An example relaxation song could be "Let Go" by Frou Frou.
4. Beautiful song: Your beautiful song makes you feel beautiful from head to toe. This is the song you could listen to whenever you feel insecure and reminds you that you are beautiful, inside and out. An example song could be "Beautiful" by Akon.
5. Positive Attitude song: You want a song that helps you focus on having a positive attitude. This song should not be too serious. "Life's What You Make It" by Hannah Montana could be an example for a positive attitude song.
6. Dance song: Your dance song makes you want to dance, plain and simple! This is perfect for listening to for your opening number rehearsals. You may not have the opportunity to listen to your dance song prior to the actual opening number, but you can try to listen to it in your head. An example dance song could be "I Came 2 Party" by Cinema Bizarre and Space Cowboy.
7. Upbeat song: The swimsuit competition can be the most fun of them all. You want a bubbly song that helps you express the fun side of your personality. Your song can have a summery and sultry vibe if you want to have a bit of a sassy attitude. An example upbeat song could be "Temperature" by Sean Paul.
8. Smooth song: You want a very smooth and elegant song to reflect the mood of your evening wear competition. The music could possibly include a piano, jazz elements, or a classical orchestra. "If I Ain't Got You" by Alicia Keys could work as a smooth song.
9. Focus song: Find a peaceful song that enables you to concentrate and focus at your best level. You may not want to use music that includes vocals, so that your mind will be free from a voice other than your own. If you go with a classical piece, make sure that you feel relaxed by the song and not stressed out because of it. An example focus song could be Beethoven's "Symphony No. 5".
10. Bigger Picture song: Your bigger picture song helps you come down to earth and realize that there are other, if not greater, plans for you once the pageant is over. This song is wonderful for you to hear right before the finale. Regardless of whether or not you win, this is a great reminder that life goes on after the pageant. An example song to help you remember the bigger picture is "So Small" by Carrie Underwood.
Music can help you become the best contestant you can be in a moment. I encourage you to use music during your next pageant competition and wish you the best of luck!
-Miss Pageant Prep
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