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Career Paths for a Music Vocal Performance Degree

Vocal Union - Feb 2023

One of the biggest questions that students in Music: Vocal Performance degree have is what they can do with their degree. Most people know that a degree in this field can lead to a career as a musician and singer. However, there are jobs that often go unnoticed in the Vocal Performance field.

Careers in Music Performance

For students interested in performing and singing after graduation, a career in one of these fields might interest you:

  • Musical Theater and Opera
  • Choral Work
  • Recording Artist
  • Cover Band
  • Composing/Songwriting
  • Wedding Singer
  • Backup Singer
  • Voice-over Artist
  • Demo Singers
  • Singers for Baby Monitors
  • Advertisement and Jingle Singers

Non-Performance Careers

For students who are interested in music careers that don’t involve performing, one of these careers might work for you:

  • Contractors for Singers and Choirs
  • Vocal Coach
  • Professor or Educator
  • Music Therapist
  • Choral Conductor
  • Music Director
  • Music Minister
  • Artist Agent and Business Manager

Conclusion

These are just a few of the available careers for Vocal Performance majors. There are some careers in this field that are specific and niche, but they can lead to lasting jobs. These jobs might be an unexpected but fun way to work in the industry.

Sources:
22 Careers for Music Majors (With Salaries) | Indeed.com
What Can You Do With A Music Performance Degree? - The Visible NewsCast
Unconventional Music Industry Jobs: 10 Niche Careers for Singers | MI
What Is a Singing Career? 11 Careers in the Singing Industry | Indeed.com
Music: Vocal Performance (B.A.) | Majors | BYU-Idaho