The importance of the art of music is much high today when compared to olden times. The number of Colleges and Universities offering bachelor and masters degree in music has increased much in due time. Those who have successfully completed the course can find jobs in music or in related areas of music. Talented professionals in music can find this as a rewarding career due to its worldwide acceptance.

Job Perspectives

The B.A degree in music exposes students not only to practical sessions but also to classroom sessions as well. By this study, students become very well aware on the theoretical and historical aspects of music. After the completion of education, it is not possible for every one to get a job directly linked to music such as

• Performers
• Educators
• Songwriters
• Conductors
• Arrangers
• Composers
• Actors etc

Other career options for these graduates include those arising behind the scenes or in the business area of music. To create a career path in music the aspirant has to demonstrate their skills and accomplishments rather than mere course study. Almost all entry-level jobs require mere graduation as necessary qualification. Higher qualifications such as M.A or M. Phil are required for obtaining high-designated jobs in the sector. Some of the job profiles offered after music education is mentioned below:

• Advertising Specialist
• Art Director
• Artist & Repertoire (A&R) Person
• Band Leader
• Composer/Arranger
• Concert Promoter
• Copy Writer
• Copyright Specialist
• Critic
• Disc Jockey
• Editor Musician
• Engineer/Mixer
• Film Music Director/Editor
• Instrument Design/Restoration
• Lawyer - Music Industry
• Lobbyist
• Manager
• Music Attorney
• Music Critic
• Music Publisher
• Music Software Programmer
• Music Teacher
• Music Therapist
• Orchestra Librarian
• Promoter
• Public Relations Specialist
• Publications Specialist
• Publicist
• Recording Technician
• Sales/Marketing Representative
• Singer/Performer
• Special Events Coordinator
• Studio Musician
• Talent Agent
• Teacher/Professor
• Technical Writer
• Tour Manager
• Writer/Music Journalist

Employment Areas after B.A Music

After successful completion of the course, the candidate can find career openings both in governmental and non-governmental organizations. Some of the governmental organizations offering jobs for those who are passionate in Music are mentioned below

• Commission of Fine Arts
• Cultural Affairs
• Department of Education
• Institute of Museum and Library Services
• National Archives
• National Capital Arts and Cultural Affairs
• National Endowment for the Arts
• National Endowment for the Humanities
• NJ Department of Education
• Office of International Education
• Peace Corps/AmeriCorps
• Smithsonian Institution
• Travel and Tourism Department
• Voice of America

Private sector also offers sufficient job opportunities for skilled candidates in the sector. The areas in private sector where skilled professionals in Music are recruited include:

• Advertising Agencies
• Booking and Talent Agencies
• Colleges and Universities
• Elementary and Secondary Schools
• Entertainment Companies
• Industry Trade Papers
• Law Firms
• Magazines
• Media Firms
• Music and Film Studios
• Music and Video Stores
• Music Companies
• Music Industry Associations
• Newspapers
• Orchestras and Bands
• Performing Arts Centers
• Production Companies
• Public Relations Firms
• Publishing Firms
• Religious Institutions

Graduates in this field can explore their own areas of interest in Music. They can earn well and gain popularity through this art. Talented professionals can gain much popularity in the society through a prestigious job involving music.