Curated OER
Careers in Music - Interview Worksheet
In this careers in music worksheet, students choose a musician to interview by asking them 10 short answer questions ranging from training they have had to why they enjoy being a musician.
Curated OER
Careers in Music - Notetaking Worksheet
In this musical landscape worksheet, students follow the directions to answer 10 short answer questions after attending a musical performance, watching one on video, or listening to one on the radio.
Curated OER
Model Letter
In this model letter worksheet, students review the best format to contact their musical career mentors as they follow the format provided.
BBC
Bbc: Blast
So, you want to be a creative arts professional? This designed-for-teens website includes articles about what it takes to be a working artist, dancer, filmmaker, musician, writer, or fashion designer. Find interviews with arts...
Other
New Music Box: American Innovations in Electronic Musical Instruments
This resource provides information about the advances in musical instruments, and those who have helped their evolution.
Majoring in Music
Majoring in Music
Explore potential music schools, learn about a very large selection of potential music careers, and find music camps and programs on this site. With blog articles written by music professionals, you'll find plenty of great advice if you...
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Musicians, Singers, and Related Workers
An in-depth page covering the nature, training, qualifications, and working conditions of musicians.
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: What Interests You?
At this site from the Bureau of Labor Statistics find out about possible careers in your future by selecting a job based on what school subject you like.
South Carolina Educational Television
Etv: Artopia: Meet an Artist: Musicians
Find a series of videos of artists working as musicians, music directors, music educators, and songwriters in which they explain their artistic thinking and techniques and what it is like to be working in the music field.
PBS
Classics for Kids: Music
This resource is dedicated to introducing students to classical music. Students can study the history of music, listen to music, review different kinds of instruments, and explore musical careers.
Other
The American Bandmasters Association
This is the website for the American Bandmasters Association which "is a select group of some 260 members and 60 associate members who have been recognized as outstanding concert band teachers/conductors [and] composers." Here, there are...
Other
Berklee College of Music: Careers in Music
Provides information about different kinds of careers in music.
Other
College Band Directors National Association
Use this site to learn about the careers of college band directors by checking out this website.
University of North Carolina
University of North Carolina: What Can I Do With a Major In
Are you looking to explore possible career paths based on a college major? Explore possible career titles, major skills and characteristics, and websites related to your choice of college major.
Other
Music Teacher's Resource Site: Careers in Music Worksheet [Pdf]
A worksheet on careers in music. Requires students to visit some websites to complete the worksheet.