Do you want to become a Classical Musician? Here is some information to help point you in the right direction:
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A classical musician plays an instrument or sings to an exceptionally high standard. This involves performing live classical music to an audience and often includes making recordings in a studio. Session work for backing tracks, adverts and films may also form part of the work. They may also work as conductors or composers.
Many classical musicians make a living by combining performing with instrumental teaching. Others train as full-time school music teachers, and some work in armed forces bands.
Classical musicians usually work long and irregular hours, often in the evening or at weekends. They work anywhere from concert halls and recording studios, to outdoor venues, and often have to travel.
To become a classical musician takes:
Classical music is a highly competitive and small area of work. They are often self-employed, working in London and a few other major cities. Very few classical musicians earn their living as a solo performer.
They need to do extensive formal musical education and training, often to postgraduate level. Most have learnt to play one or more instruments from an early age. They usually take a series of graded examinations, often including theory of music.
Orchestras offer opportunities for progression to the most talented to section principal, sub-principal, and principal.
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