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I am a beginning musician. How do I get recognized faster?
I also make music, but writing is my strength. I try to make more and more everyday because it plays a big part with the lyrics. Always try to improve.
What types of job opportunities are available for a concert pianist?
I am currently a rising high school senior, and I am looking into possibly minoring in piano, or maybe even majoring. I deeply love playing the piano - it is my passion to play it for the rest of my life. I am very worried, however, that I will not be able to find a job if I were to pursue my...
How do you go about getting commissioned as a composer?
I wish to make a living as a working composer and am curious as to how current composers get commissions. #music #music-performance #composition #music-composition
Do most people who major in music finish college?
#music #college #college-major #music-industry
Should I Quit Band?
So, there's a lot of problems. My band only has about 20 people. 1 out of our four middle schools are sending up new freshmen to our band. I've also started losing interest in band. Most kids in band are either new/inexperienced, or they just don't practice, and don’t care. Most kids are just...
What are the requirements to get started in musical engineering?
#music-recording #music-producer #music-production #music
As a vocalist how do you get your name out there?
I want to be an iconic figure in my future.#Vocals #vocalist #music #singing #music-business
Why is the music industry dominated by males?
I want to be a music producer and as a female I think it'll be hard because the music industry is dominated by males and there's not enough room for females in the industry and you have to do outrages thing to make it and become successful. #Music #music-industry #gender-equality #career
What are the first steps to making it as a composer or musician?
I intend to double major at Emory with one of the majors being music. I've composed some small ensemble pieces, made a lot of music with Logic, and I've been taking music lessons since I was four. I love it and I want to do it but I'm not sure how to break into the scene. #music #musician...
Is it better to study music at a university or at a community college after high school?
I am a music performance major and will be graduating with my associate's degree when graduating from high school. I would only have to focus on taking music classes. Is there a difference between music classes in college and university? What would you recommend? #music #college-major...
What "unknown" jobs are there in the classical music industry?
I'm a classical pianist, and I want to be a concert pianist. However, I know competition is tough, so I wanted to know what other options I have in the classical music industry besides the usual suspects (teaching and accompanying).
#music #musician #music-industry #classical-music
What was the most rewarding thing you experienced in a performance or in an audition?
I want to be able to gauge my success better and not just focus on getting into a show or getting a rather large applause. I want to be able to see how other performers view achievements and be able to grow and reflect on that. #vocal #performing-arts #success #voice #music #singing
How Hard is it To Balance Two Careers?
My two biggest passions in life are music and technical theatre. Because most people in the theatre tech/design world aren't on salary or have a fixed work schedule, I'm curious to know if I could handle being a performing musician as well. In a small, community orchestra (trumpet player). I've...
How can I market myself best as a choral music educator?
I'm a junior in high school right now, but I know that I'm destined to be a music teacher. I mostly have experience in a choral setting, and that is my true passion, but I know not many schools will hire someone who only has a choral background or will hire them only as a general music...
If I want to be a music teacher, should I choose a school based on their music or education program?
I am deciding between University of Iowa and the University of Northern Iowa. At the University of Iowa they have a great performance program but Northern Iowa is known for their outstanding teacher education program. #music-performance #choir #vocalmusic #hawkeye #panther #music-education
How do you succeed in Musical Theatre college dance auditions?
I have always loved to sing and act, and feel confident in both of those areas, but dance auditions terrify me. I have recently began to dance, and feel like I am improving greatly, but my lack of experience is scaring me. I would like more information on musical theatre dance auditions so I...
I am a High School student and don't know which career i would choose. For one I know people don't take music seriously, because of the jobs. But I love Both!!
Engineering and Music sound GREAT for me, but every time I search "engineering in the music industry" it says audio engineering, for some reason I was hoping something else. What kind of engineering would it fall under if I were to use it to work in the music industry? #civil-engineering...
Should I study a double major in Music Performance and Business Administration?
I want to become a Property Manager but also I have been playing the clarinet for 9 years and I have filled a decent musical curriculum like playing with numerous ensembles, professional orchestras, youth advanced-orchestras, attending to summer camps to tutor and participate, etc. My main...
How do you get internships for music corporations?
I really want to pursue a career in the music industry. #advising #music #internships
What makes going into the music industry so hard?
I plan on going into music education and most of the colleges have a 95% or higher placement rate so after you get in to a school why is there so much stress? Are high paying jobs not as available? #music
As a pianist, how much practice time should I put in on pieces for other people vs. My own lesson rep?
I'm a music education freshman and have picked up some accompanying jobs. I'm just wondering, in general, how much time should be spent on those pieces?
#music #music-education #piano #pianist
Should I take Music courses in College, even though I don't know anything?
I plan on becoming a book editor - so an English major, basically. Recently I've been watching vocalists videos on YouTube, and have become fascinated with the creative world of vocal technique. My college offers a plethora of Music courses, and I really want to learn about the subject, but I'm...
What are my choices of careers as a classical musician?
I'm a ninth grader who plays cello and would love to go into classical music when I'm older but I know that it is very competitive. What are some other things I could do if I get get into a major symphony orchestra? #cello #music
Which type of communications program will benefit me the most if I were to pursue a position in the music industry?
I really want to pursue a position in the music career. #college #career #career-counseling #music #music-production
How can I start my own record label?
I love music and theater. I want to create new music through the trades I learn in the future and use that to become a better musician. I want to be an entrepreneur and once I learn about sound editing I would love to get good and start my own business. #business #music #entrepreneurship...
Will having a minor increase chances of successful music industry career?
I am a interested music composition major #music #music-composing #composer
With a Music Industry degree what are my career options other then working at a record label and how do I break into the industry while still in college?
I will be a freshmen at Monmouth University this fall majoring in Music Industry and what to know more about my future career options. #music
What is the best way to get into the music business industry?
I am going to a community college for two years for my generals and the transferring to a four year college to pursue my music career and I would like to know what is the best way to get into the music business industry faster. #business #music #performance
How do you train to become a professional pianist, like the kind that play at weddings?
Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at CareerVillage. It's always been my mother's dream for me to be the one playing Canon in D during a wedding. It made me wonder what the process is to becoming a wedding musician. Do you need to have any kind of certificate or...
How can I improve my performance?
I have been playing trumpet for many years and want to improve my technique for mariachi performances. I love to play mariachi music, but I don't seem to have the right "mariachi sound" at times. What can I do to improve? #music #musician #music-performance #mariachi #trumpet
Where can i start my entertainment career?
I am in a tight spot but its always been a dream of mine to start being a music producer, and photographer while doing dance, personal training and culinary arts. I really want to start my music, photography and personal training mostly since i feel like it would have more meaning to me. I need...
What is the most effective way to develop a network of peers and contacts as a musician?
I plan to become a performing musician. #music #music-production #music-industry #music-producer #music-recording
Is it possible for musicians to make money from streaming since the rates are so low?
I am a recording musician and intend to become a professional. #music #music-production #music-industry #music-producer
Whats the musical term "hemiola" mean
I am a senior(about to graduate 6/10/16) I am a musician, I play a variety of instruments and I plan on attending University of North Carolina school of arts. To be honest I'm doing this for the scholarship money but I would like to see what the actual definition of this term is because I have...
How can I pursue a career that does not assure financial stability in the future?
I want to ask this question on behalf of some of my friends who are struggling with the same situation. These particular friends are unimaginably talented in the things they like to do. For example, one may excel in art and another may be superior in music. As you and I may know, finding work...
What one essential skill do you feel every music supervisor should have?
I am an aspiring music supervisor and, because the field is so unique, education options to prepare me are limited. I have taken a film music class but I would like to hear from experts what they really look for in these individuals and what might help me stand apart from others in my field....
I am interested in music. Besides being a musician or teacher, what other musical jobs could I look for?
I enjoy music and would love to find a career related to music. #music #musician #radio #audio
How did you decide that you wanted to pursue a career in being a voice teacher? What type of education do you have that helped you when it came to teaching singing?
Hi! I am currently majoring in musical theatre and ever since I can remember, I have loved to sing. I would love to be able to be a voice teacher one day, and I have thought about pursuing it as a career along with social work. I was wondering how and why you decided to become a voice teacher,...
What are some good universities for a cello performance major?
Hi, I'm in high school and I would like to major in cello performance in college and eventually make a career out of music. Does anyone know any schools that are especially good for this?
Thanks! #education #music #music-performance #orchestral-music #playing-cello
What is your advice on getting into a professional orchestra in the US or Europe?
Hi! I'm a high school cellist and my dream job would be to play in a professional orchestra, but I know how competitive the audition process is. Do any successful musicians have any advice to make my chance of achieving this dream as high as possible? #music #music-performance #orchestral-music
What is a Music Therapist?
I'm trying to heal others ... TBH, I feel like God gave me a gift. And I want to share this gift with others, but in a helpful way. you know .. Maybe sometimes when people get mad, they don't know where to turn to. I bet i could
#music
Where can i copyright my music tag? and how do I do that?
I'm want to be a music producer and I have been making my own music in my studio and I want to learn how to copyright #college #music #music-producer
How to compose a song ?
I'm really want to compose a song on my own. But i don't know how to write songs and create Track. What should i do to get into It :< #music #singer #rapper #songwriting #vocalist
Im 56 and i want to prepare and market meals online. What would be your advice as farcas culinary school?
I prefer to become a free lance chef ehile startingy own creative meals to be sold online #focus
When applying to a college that majors in music what would be some good things involving music I should include in my application?
When apply to a college that majors in music what would be some good things involving music should i include on my application? #music #college-applications
How much do musical engineers put into the music?
I am a sophomore in highschool and I want to pursue a field in music. Right now I am leaning towards a musical engineer. As a music engineer how much do you get contribute to the process of creating music? #music
For someone interested in majoring in Electrical Engineering and minoring in Music (instrumental) and Mandarin, what careers would one recommend?
I am a senior in high school who has a passion for playing the violin and self- teaching themselves languages. I recently did a summer program at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology where I studied embedded controllers and processors and discovered my passion for engineering. The issue now is...
Is it possible to pursue two careers at the same time?
I want to pursue a career both as a medical internist and a classical pianist. I am a classical trained and an experienced performing pianist, who has huge interests in aiding those who face adversity with their health. #medicine #science #music #career-choice #career-paths
What do I need to do to get my name as a singer out there?
I'm a sophomore and I want to become a singer and/or producer in the music industry. What should I do to get my name out there? #music #singer #creative #producer
How can I succeed in musical theater?
I have been in plays since the age of 10 and can't imagine myself doing anything else in life. My love for musical theater makes me believe that it is my only option for a career.