Music Librarianship & The Recording Industry
| Music Librarianship: |
| Approximate Salary Ranges: |
Conservatory, Public Library, or Orchestra Librarian $18,000–$45,000/year
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| Personal Qualifications: |
Ability to work with people
Interest in music, books, recordings, and research
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| Knowledge and Skills: |
Knowledge of copyright and performance rights
Thorough knowledge of music and musicology
Working knowledge of German and French
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| Precollege Training: |
Ability to read music
Participation in music ensembles
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College Education
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Graduate library degree
Bachelor’s degree with major in music history or theory (at least one year graduate study in musicology also preferable)
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| The Recording Industry: |
| Approximate Salary Ranges: |
Producer, Engineer/Mixer (NA)
Artist and Repertoire (A&R) Person (NA)
Studio Arranger (NA)
Music Copyist (NA)
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| Personal Qualifications: |
Adaptable
Interest in music and business
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| Knowledge and Skills: |
Familiarity with various genres of music (classical, jazz, pop)
Knowledge of music theory, arranging, and composition
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| Precollege Training: |
Participation in music ensembles
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College Education
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A&R Person: Degree in music business
Producer, Engineer/Mixer: Degree in sound engineering and an internship
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Music schools