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Music Performer

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April 11, 2024 Updated June 10, 2024 3 minute read

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What does a music performer do?

Music performers typically have a strong musical background, and they may have received formal training in music theory, performance, and composition. They must also have the ability to read music and to play their instrument or sing with accuracy and expression.

Music performers may work in a variety of settings, including concert halls, theaters, churches, and schools.

What are the different types of music performers?

There are many different types of music performers, including:

Singers
Instrumentalists
Conductors
Music directors
Composers

Music performers may also specialize in a particular genre of music, such as classical, jazz, or rock.

What are the benefits of being a music performer?

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Salaries for Music Performer

City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$58,000

$77,000

$105,000

$77,000

San Francisco

$49,000

$66,000

$90,000

$66,000

Seattle

$43,000

$58,000

$74,000

$58,000

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City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$58,000

$77,000

$105,000

$77,000

San Francisco

$49,000

$66,000

$90,000

$66,000

Seattle

$43,000

$58,000

$74,000

$58,000

Austin

$33,000

$43,000

$57,000

$43,000

Toronto

$59,000

$72,000

$86,000

$72,000

London

£22,000

£25,000

£31,000

£25,000

Paris

€29,000

€38,000

€47,000

€38,000

Berlin

€26,000

€35,000

€43,000

€35,000

Tel Aviv

₪25,000

₪38,000

₪63,000

₪38,000

Singapore

S$46,000

S$52,000

S$64,000

S$52,000

Beijing

¥80,000

¥100,000

¥130,000

¥100,000

Shanghai

¥39,000

¥48,000

¥59,000

¥48,000

Shenzhen

¥313,000

¥505,000

¥653,000

¥505,000

Bengalaru

₹267,000

₹360,000

₹512,000

₹360,000

Delhi

₹357,000

₹480,000

₹720,000

₹480,000

Bars indicate relevance. All salaries presented are estimates. Completion of this course does not guarantee or imply job placement or career outcomes.

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