Career questions tagged music-performance
What type of headphones would you recomend for me to become a singer ?
i read 1 of the answers and they said to get headphones i don't have the headphones i need to become a band/singer
how do i get a music DAW?
i want to start my own band and i don't have a daw or a studio
Orchestral Pianist?
What are the ins and outs of being an orchestral pianist. I know most are part time or are touring/a soloist for a season or something, but I am very interested in learning more. Be as exhaustive as you can.
Could I take private vocal lessons as a piano performance major?
I want to major in piano performance, but I would also really like to get some lessons in voice and choral conducting. Is it possible to take vocal lessons from a voice professor as a piano performance major?
How can I balance learning an instrument while also focusing on vocal training for K-pop auditions?
What are some ways to make my lyrics sound more unique without losing the emotional connection? What are some ways to make my lyrics sound more unique without losing the emotional connection?
How do I begin my music career?
My name is Lancey , a 20 year old Ugandan that loves music especially gospel music. I want to begin a music company and also start singing that's why I want to know how one begins a music carrer
Can i become a doctor of eye and at the same time be a musician ?
I've always want to sing but then I don't want to make it my main or can I??
How to become a rapper?
Tell us everything we need do know to become a rapper! Note: Given the growing interest in the music field, we're inviting our experienced professionals to share their knowledge.
What's something you like about having a career in the music industry?
While I'm working on starting a music career, I want to figure out some things people like about their job in the music industry.
What's something you wish you knew before starting a career in the music industry?
I know there are some jobs where you find out something that would've helped a lot before starting a career, and I want to know everything I can before I start my career. So, if there's anything you wish you knew before starting your career, what was it for you?
Should I begin writing and publishing music (for school concert and marching like bands) to prepare my college resume?
I would like to become a band director and a composer one day for school bands and I was wondering if having published work would help me gain against my “opponents” when applying for college.
What's the first step someone would need to take to start a singing career?
I've wanted to be a singer for a long time, but now that I'm getting closer to graduating, I'm not sure what to do first.
Is there a major I could pursue that would allow me to teach German, Math, and Music?
I love music, math, and German. I would also like to be some form of a teacher as a career, and I was wondering if there was any major I could pursue that would allow me to teach interchangeably between these three subjects.
how does becoming a professional musician work?
Music is a huge passion of mine but I don't know how to break through and get music out there how does it work and how long does it take to start getting published and radio play? How does it work meeting people to find places to play at?
How can I become a better musician ?
I love playing the piano and I want to know if there anyway I could improve/ increase my playing skills.
What colleges should I consider??
I want to be a music therapist and concert pianist; where should I go to college?
Should I major in music therapy with a piano performance minor, or major in music therapy and then get a masters in piano performance from a more prestigious school?
My future career goal is to primarily be a music therapist and private music instructor, but I would also like to be a professional concert pianist, perhaps touring every summer or every other summer with a few gigs throughout the year. Technically, the only degree I need is a music therapy degree, but would a minor be necessary? Or possibly I could just major in music therapy and then maybe get a piano performance masters if I decide afterwards that I need one? Also then what college should I go to? I have met with a professional opera singer from the Met, and he emphasized connections in college and how important it is to have a recognized teacher, but I am having trouble deciding.
Do singers get paid separately from their music royalties? If so do they get paid in wages or salary?
I was curious if singers get paid separately from music royalties and merch?
What are the pros and cons of being a famous singer?
I see my favorite singers in music videos dancing and on world tours and concerts singing and having a blast and making lots of money. But I’ve also seen some of my favorite singers become depressed or angry because of the public (Doja Cat). Also she said that she’s a cash cow in one of her songs and I then found out you don’t make all the money you earn and most of it goes to the record label you work for. I want a list of pros and cons to see if my dream will really not be all that great.
How do I get connected with people in the music industry so my chances of becoming a singer are higher??
I heard that getting connection with any busy can boost your chances of getting the position you want. I want to know how to make these connections in the music industry and how to keep the relationships going.
I want to be a kpop singer and join the Ive kpop group. But, my parents won't allow that and they're keep on saying that I won't get to do that. Even when I was practicing everything for what it takes to be a kpop singer and to join the Ive group for 3yrs.
I want to be a kpop singer and join the Ive kpop group. But, my parents won't allow that and they're keep on saying that I won't get to do that. Even when I was practicing everything for what it takes to be a kpop singer and to join the Ive group for 3yrs.
How do I become a singer before 20?
I want to be a pop singer by the time I turn 20. What should I do to make sure I get a record deal by then? And when I get it how do I keep it? And how do I know which record company to choose?
What can i study?
I am a very brilliant and smart student, am looking for what to study in the university, i look playing music and playing computer games , i love playing football also.
Do you need expensive and good equipment to make music?
I don't have any microphones or anything to start recording.
Does it really matter where you go to college?
I plan to major in piano and voice performance with a minor in psychology, and then start private music lessons. Does it matter where I go to college, or should I try to get into one that is more prestigious in the realm of music performance? I kind of want to go to a Christian college that is closer to home, but obviously they aren't really known for music performance so I'm just wondering what I should do.
If I wanted to become a singer in a band how would I start?
I just need to know how I would start.
How can I become a professional musician at 13?
I make lyrics, play the drums and the guitar, and make my own choreos. I want to get better at what I do but I'm not sure how. Any advice would help.
How much does it cost to become a music major?
I want to become a music major. But, i don't know how difficult/ expensive.
How do you record and publish music cost effectively with good sound quality?
Tips on recording and places to do so