For those many people, having a career in the music business can be rewarding both professionally and personally as it offers a great avenue to practice one’s passion and love for music.
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As a guide, here are some of the most popular careers in the music business today:
Musician and singer -- Often performing in places like concert halls and clubs, singers and musicians play instruments or sing for live audiences and in recording studios. With a median pay of $23.50 per hour, potential employmentin this field is relatively harder to find compared with other occupations. If successful though in gaining employment, singers and musicians could earn thousands or millions of dollars depending on their projects, shows, and sales records. In 2013, singers Lady Gaga and Madonna earned over $80 million and $125 million, respectively, out their various records and projects.
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Music producer -- Having an in-depth knowledge of the music industry, music producers are in charge of the entire music recording process, including the recording, mixing, editing, and mastering an album. They also help mentor artists for tours, songs, style, and musical direction. Music producers earn an average salary of $86,000 to over $100,000, depending on one’s expertise and market demand.
Manager -- Responsible for the direction of an artist’s career, personal managers book their “talents” for gigs and projects, and are involved in the artist’s overall creative decision-making process. They earn by getting a percentage of the performer’s pay.
Recording engineer -- They are heavily involved in the music recording process, including facilitating and working on the sound inside the studio.
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An accomplished musician, Mark Begelman is the co-founder of Markee Music, a world-class facility for musicians and bands that need a place to play, rehearse, and record music. Visit this website to learn more of the company.
