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In Brief... Professional Musician

 Brief Description:

Performs and records with bands, artists and orchestras playing a musical instrument.


Typical tasks undertaken in this profession: 15

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Practice musical instrument performances, individually or in rehearsal with other musicians, to master individual pieces of music and to maintain and improve skills. 

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Perform before live audiences. 

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Specialize in playing a specific family of instruments and/or a particular type of music. 

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Play musical instruments as soloists, or as members or guest artists of musical groups such as orchestras, ensembles, or bands. 

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Play from memory or by following scores. 

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Sight-read musical parts during rehearsals. 

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Audition for orchestras, bands, or other musical groups. 

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Provide the musical background for live shows such as ballets, operas, musical theatre, and cabarets. 

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Transpose music to alternate keys, or to fit individual styles or purposes. 

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Promote their own or their group's music by participating in media interviews and other activities. 

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Qualifications required?

No formal education requirements, though substantial experience is necessary

Typical entry routes:

Many entrants to this career do not have a specific qualification. Opportunities to study music at all levels from Leaving Cert to Degree level and beyond.

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