Career questions tagged musician
What is the stress load of being a multi-instrumentalist in college as a music and psychology major?
What is the stress load of playing multiple instruments in college. I'm graduating this year playing flute and trumpet and will be continuing both in college.
How do I know that I'm going into the right career path?
I'm a high school senior going into music. I'm majoring in piano, minoring in violin, getting a master's in conducting, and a DMA to become a music professor. In such an uncertain and ever-changing field, how can I be sure that this is the right thing?
How to network as a musician in Graduate school?
This fall, I will be attending graduate school for musical performance. Fortunately, I will be a TA while learning, but I want to know how to network as a classical performer in school. I'd also love to teach private lessons while in school/after school. #spring25
Would it be necessary to double major, or are there other options?
My current career plan is this: my primary income comes from private piano/voice lessons. Then I also want to be a freelance opera singer, and freelance repetiteur, while also doing solo recitals. I probably want to do two operas a year at most (and I most likely wouldn't do two every year), and then when I don't have an opera gig, try to get a gig as a repetiteur. Obviously, those gigs are by auditions, opera especially, so if I didn't have either or didn't choose to have either at that time, then I would like to tour as a soloist for piano/voice or both. In any given year, one could have more emphasis than the other (one year i have one opera and one repetituer, the next I have one repetiteur and tour recitals). I hope that makes sense. Now, with all of that information, is it necessary to double major or dual emphasis in piano performance and voice performance? I would like to have equal emphasis in both, since I basically just want to do both almost equally. Is there another option? Could I cater my college schedule to just include emphasis in both? How could I do that? Can I have dual emphasis? Please explain! Thank you!
How do I pay off student loans as a music major, emphasis on organ?
At the college I'm thinking of attending, I was awarded a music scholarship that requires me to major in music. I auditioned as a pianist and heard that organists make more than pianists. Any recommendations? I am also considering a different college where I would likely major in chemistry.
Music Producers, what are some tips on becoming a music producer?
Preferably about/ Networking, experience building, professional development, and, lastly, work-life balance.
What is some advice music majors would provide?
As a high school sophomore, I am working on a career project and have decided to become a band teacher. What advice would teachers who have had their job for a while give to someone just starting with their career? What advice would music students/teachers give to younger people who want to start in this area?
What are some challenges music majors face?
As a high school sophomore, I am working on a career project and have decided to become a band teacher. So, I was wondering, what are some challenges music majors/teachers face? How do you overcome them?
How do I know that I'm making the right choice for my future?
I am a freshman music performance major, and though I can never imagine myself doing anything else, I often wonder whether or not I am making the right career choice for my future.
As a music major, where should I go to college?
I plan to major in music. For my bachelor's degree, is it smarter to go to an in-state school to try to save some money, or is it worth it to try to get into the best conservatory I can? For context, if I go to an in-state school I would be considering the University of Kansas, Kansas State University, and Wichita State University.
How do I get involved with a marching band or a drum corps when my high school doesn’t have one?
I am a trumpet player going into high school next fall. I have been playing for three years and I love it. I’ve heard and looked forward to marching and preforming, and I’ve seen other high schools march before and that excites me. However, my high school doesn’t have one and our entire band has maybe 20 people. How do I get involved and learn to march?
How could studying abroad enhance my education as a music major?
Where are some good places to study abroad for music? I am interested in performance and education. I also have an interest in early music and oratorio.
Opera Singer?
How exactly does being a freelance opera singer work? How do you get jobs? How many hours a day does an opera singer work during a performance season? Is being an opera singer possible as somewhat of a part-time or a "every once in a while" kind of job? I am also thinking about repetiteur work, private teaching, and solo performing, etc. if that helps answer how well these could work together...
How am I supposed to use a degree in music in order to make an impact on people without getting my major in music-education??
How am I supposed to use a degree in music in order to make an impact on people without getting my major in music-education? I plan to major in music in college and graduate in 2029.#Spring25
Is it possible to be a successful musician these days without using social media ?
Is it possible to be a successful musician these days without using social media?
What are some good part time jobs for students about to pursue a performance degree? Specifically jobs in the music/performance space or adjacent to that.
I am a graduating senior who will be pursuing a BFA in Musical Theater in the Fall. I want to get a job to start supplementing my schooling. In addition to musical theater I love choral music and singing as an art form. I want to get a job that allows me to work on my craft as well as make money.
I want to get into music anonymously and not have to show my face or use my own voice, any way I can do that?
info: I am 12 years old, in seventh grade, and am female. I enjoy music and want to become a musician, but I have social anxiety and am 500% scared of being on stage. Is there any way I can get into music and possibly do shows and interact with people without having to show my face or reveal my identity. I also don't want my voice to be out there, but I struggle with collaboration. is there ANY way I can make music but fulfill all those requirements?
How can I ensure that I don't miss any opportunities for career growth while I'm still in college as a Music Technology Major?
What is more important to look out for: job opportunities, internships, conventions, events, etc.? #Spring25
Should I consider a career as a college/university/conservatory professor?
After some consideration, I have wondered if perhaps a music professor would suit me? What does being a music professor include (lifestyle, work-life). Could I teach multiple instruments (specifically piano and voice)? What degree requirements would I need to have? How does one become a professor, and specifically how do I become a professor of multiple instruments? Is performance a part of the job? How often would I perform each instrument (voice and piano)? Thank you!
As an aspiring musician, how hard would it be for me to find my target audience if my songs encompass a broad range of genres?
I am a huge fan of music of all kinds. As I learn and grow, I'm hoping to use inspiration from a number of different forms of music, ranging from metal to funk to EDM to simple acoustic melodies. In a world where people usually find one or two genres and stick to it in fear of losing their audience, I want to find a community of enthusiasts who are fans of music as a whole.
How do I ensure a prosperous future of financial security for myself while maintaining my studies as a jazz artist at this age?
As a jazz musician in my first year of college, I have dedicated my entire life to studying music and performance. I have been blessed to participate in many prestigious national youth bands that have even gotten to tour the world. Even though this is great and has been extremely rewarding, I know that I need to learn how to actually make money as a musician in this world. I have many options regarding the path I can choose, but am leaning towards becoming a performer who writes her own music, tours the world, and conducts educational events along the way.
What does it takes to become a musician?
I'm interest on pursuing a music bachelor's degree specifically on vocal performance, but I want to know if the degree is necessary to become a musician or how else could I get started on the music-industry as a solo performer.
How do i get college scouts to watch me play football ?
I really want to get recongnition and how to get recruited to go to college and maybe get a chance to play D1 and maybe for a really good college program.I want to get a scholarship for sports like track, Football.I want to get scouts to come to my game and watch me play so i can show them what i can do at the next level at college.
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?
Does anyone teach piano?
Hi I'm maggie but I play piano for my church but I'm looking to get better at it by a professional? anyone feeling needy to help?