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Description
Musicians and singers perform with orchestras, choirs, opera companies and popular bands in establishments such as concert halls, lounges and theatres and in film, television and recording studios. This unit group also includes music teachers who usually teach in conservatories, academies and private homes.
Job Titles
- Instrumental musician
- Instrumentalist
- Musician
- Percussionist
- Street musician
Main Duties
- Play one or more instruments as soloists or as members of a musical group before audiences or for recording purposes.
Workplaces
- Choirs
- Concert halls
- Film studios
- Lounges
- Opera companies
- Orchestras
- Popular bands
- Recording studios
- Television studios
- Theatres
Skills
- Coordinating
- Learning and Teaching Strategies
- Persuading
- Social Perceptiveness
- Critical Thinking
Abilities
- Auditory Attention
- Finger-Hand-Wrist Motion
- Hearing Sensitivity
- Multi-Limb Coordination
- Selective Attention
Personal Attributes
- Innovativeness
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Collaboration
- Creativity
Similar Occupations
- Conductors, composers and arrangers (51121)
Source: OaSIS
Employment Outlook
An employment outlook has not been assigned due to low levels of employment for this occupation in PEI.
Source: Job Bank
Prevailing Wages
| AREA | LOW | MEDIAN | HIGH |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEI | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Canada | $30,847 | $30,847 | $74,500 |
Training
| TRAINING PROGRAM | INSTITUTION | CREDENTIAL |
|---|---|---|
| Music Performance | Holland College | Diploma |
| Bachelor of Music Education | UPEI | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Arts (Music Major) | UPEI | Undergraduate |
| Bachelor of Music | UPEI | Undergraduate |
More Info
View the full occupational profile with details on work characteristics, interests, employment requirements and more on the Occupational and Skills Information System (OaSIS) website.
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