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Musicians

Musicians perform music on stage and in recording studios.

Musicians play musical instruments as soloists or as members of a musical group. They often specialize in a particular kind of music.

Musicians are in the Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications career cluster and the Performing Arts pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Above the statewide median

$26.97 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   11.4%

Average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Long-term on-the-job training (more than 12 months) is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Play musical instrument as soloist or as member of group. May play a variety of instruments or specialize in one.
  • Study and rehearse music to interpret and memorize score.
  • Transpose music to play in different key or to match individual style.
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Job Title Examples:

 Gospel Singer,  Opera Singer,  Singer Songwriter 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.