Notes on employment for Musicians and singers

  • Part-time schedules and intermittent unemployment are common; many musicians supplement their income with earnings from other sources.
  • Aspiring musicians begin studying an instrument or training their voices at an early age.
  • Competition for jobs is keen; those who can play several instruments and perform a wide range of music styles should enjoy the best job prospects.




More information on Musicians and singers from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Overview of Musicians and singers occupation
Number of Musicians and singers in the U.S.
Salary and earnings for Musicians and singers
Working conditions for Musicians and singers
Significant points for Musicians and singers
Training requirements for Musicians and singers



Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search
 Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new