What does a musician do?
Musicians are skilled artists with a passion for writing and performing musical compositions. Those with a career in music have expertise in an instrument, such as piano, guitar, percussion, or a particular woodwind, brass, or string instrument. For many Musicians their voice is their instrument, and they are hired as singers. If you pursue a musical career, your time would be spent composing, practicing, and performing – perfecting your craft. You may be a solo act or part of a band or symphony orchestra. You could also become a music teacher at a school or offer private tuition depending on your qualifications.Is a career as a musician right for me?
If you love writing, reading, and playing music you may enjoy a career as a Musician. Other skills and attributes beneficial for a music career include:
- confidence in front of a crowd
- self-motivation and resilience
- dedication
- effective communication skills
- the ability to network with others
- the ability to concentrate for extended periods of time
- patience.
How to become a musician
Every journey to study is individual and there are several paths to reaching your music career goals. At ÀÏ˾»úÊÓƵ, we offer the following degrees in the area of music:Average salary per week
$879
Future demand
Strong
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Last updated August 2023.
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