Musicians and Singers – Creative Careers Studio

Musicians and singers spend their days practicing their craft, whether performing, rehearsing, or composing music. They often work on perfecting their technique, preparing for performances or recording sessions, and collaborating with other artists or producers to create and share their music.

Quiz Matches

What kind of personality tends to excel in this career?

Ideas

Creations

How much this role requires you to be outspoken and in the spotlight.

Independent

Collaborative

How often you’ll have to work with others

Introvert

Extrovert

How often you’ll be coming up with big ideas versus making ideas reality.

Routine

Variety

How much your tasks change day by day

Screen Time

How much of your day is spent working at a desk on a computer.

Average Salary in SC

$47,840

Education Level

4 year degree recommended

Alternate Titles

Choir Member
Chorister
Gospel Singer
Musician
Opera Singer
Orchestra Musician
Percussionist
Singer
Violinist
Vocalist

More Details

Skills

Speaking
Active Listening
Monitoring
Reading Comprehension
Social Perceptiveness

Activities

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Processing Information
Thinking Creatively

Work Styles

Dependability
Attention to Detail
Achievement/Effort
Cooperation
Persistence

Professional Associations

American College of Musicians
American String Teachers Association
Chamber Music America
Country Music Association
Future of Music Coalition

Related High School Courses

Music Performance Courses
Vocal Performance
Instrumental Lessons
Ensemble or Band

Music Theory and Composition Courses
Music Theory
Composition

Vocal and Music Technology Courses
Music Technology
Audio Engineering

Arts and Humanities Courses
Music Appreciation
Drama/Theater Arts

Communication and Creative Courses
Creative Writing
Public Speaking

Physical and Health Courses
Physical Education
Anatomy and Physiology

College Majors to Consider

Ethnomusicology
Music Business/industry
Music Education
Music Performance
Music Technology/production
Music Theory And Composition
Musical Theatre
Vocal Performance

Jobs, Internships, Apprenticeships

Jobs
Music Instructor’s Assistant
Event Performer
Freelance Musician
Music Retail Associate

Internships
Music Production Internship
Artist Management Internship
Music Publishing Internship
Performance Arts Internship

Apprenticeships
Professional Musician’s Apprenticeship
Vocal Coach’s Apprenticeship
Composer’s Apprenticeship
Music Director’s Apprenticeship

Other Learning Opportunities
Music Classes and Workshops
Create a Personal Portfolio
Join School or Community Bands/Choirs
Attend Music Festivals and Conferences

Profile of the SC Graduate

Read Critically
Learn Independently
Express Ideas

Learn more about the Profile of the SC Graduate here.

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