Potential Career/Occupation Information

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Overview:	Direct and conduct instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras or choirs.
Duties:	Use gestures to shape the music being played, communicating desired tempo, phrasing, tone, color, pitch, volume, and other performance aspects. Direct groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances in order to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo. Plan and schedule rehearsals and performances, and arrange details such as locations, accompanists, and instrumentalists. Consider such factors as ensemble size and abilities, availability of scores, and the need for musical variety, in order to select music to be performed. Study scores to learn the music in detail, and to develop interpretations. Position members within groups to obtain balance among instrumental or vocal sections. Confer with clergy to select music for church services. Transcribe musical compositions and melodic lines to adapt them to a particular group, or to create a particular musical style. Audition and select performers for musical presentations. Meet with soloists and concertmasters to discuss and prepare for performances.
Degree(s):	A.S. Music  A.A.S. Music Production
Job Outlook:	Employment in this field is projected to grow 2% to 4% from 2018 to 2028, which is slightly slower than the average projected growth for all occupations.
Education Level:	Training for this occupation generally requires an Associate Degree from a 2 year or community college.
Recommended Skills:	Weighing out the options in a situation or a problem and logically choosing the best course of action. Paying attention to what other people are saying, and taking time to understand the points being made. Assigning duties to others, motivating them, and evaluating their performance. Allocating and budgeting your time for different tasks so that things get done when needed. Dance, drama, music, that is, things that are performed in front of an audience. The ability to understand complex written paragraphs, instructions, or reports. Being aware of the reactions of others, and understanding why they react the way they do. Talking, giving speeches, or speaking in a group to convey information, explain ideas, or give instructions. Teaching others how to do something.
Recommended Values:	Being able to express creative ideas through the arts. Doing something where you can physically see the results of your work.

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Understanding acquiring positions in this field may be enhanced through continuing academic study (i.e. earning a baccalaureate or a master's degree) and/or work experience in the field, Queensborough Community College has established transfer agreements with other institutions for students who wish to further pursue their educational goals. Students are highly encouraged to meet with one of our Career Services to fully understand the opportunities available through study in their degree program.