How to become a musician
Transform silence into symphonies and craft emotions into sounds as a professional musician.
What does a musician do?
Duties and tasks
- Study and rehearse repertoire and musical scores prior to performances.
- Play music in recitals from score and by memory.
- Practice teamwork as an accompanist, or as a member of an orchestra, band or other musical group.
- Reproduce music using highly develop aural skills.
- Interpret music and songs according to artistic direction, event, and instruments.
Professional bodies
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- Composer
- Music director
- Music professional
- Singer
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