Enhance your skills

If there is one question that career counselors & faculty advisors are asked more frequently than all others by students seeking assistance with career planning, it's this: "What can I do with this major" Usually, an undergraduate student in sciences and liberal arts is really developing an in-depth expertise in just one area.

Consequently, a better question to present would be able to be: "What skill am I developing in my major, and how might I explore careers that would require these skills?".

Study in the field of music offers a general creative education as well as analysis and skills in communication that are necessary in most careers. Usually, a major in music prepares a student for work in public relations, advertising, communications, business, performing arts, publishing and education.

Skills needed

Administration/management
Awareness of music history
Awareness of other cultures
Attention to detail
Ability to recognize raw musical talent
Ability to describe ideas clearly
Ability to help others develop skills
Analytical ability
Attention to detail
Ability to work with people under tight deadlines & pressure
Creativity
Confidence
Determining quality
Fluency in sight reading, transposing or improvising
Knowledge of instrumental literature
Knowledge of genres and styles
Logical reasoning
Organization
Patience
Perfected performance skill on at least one instrument or voice
Problem Solving
Research/information gathering
Verbal and written ability
Vocal and instrumental knowledge

Suggestions to enhance your skills

Learn how to use composing software.
Learn to play a variety of instruments.
DJ at the dances and activities at Brandy’s.
Volunteer at local elementary or high schools to help students learn music.
Develop business relationships with schools and/or music stores to increase client base/network.
Join the Entertainment Committee.
Take advantage of the opportunities with UWRF campus choir.
Work as a band camp counselor.
Gain internship experience at local radio stations.
Join the UWRF orchestra or band.
DJ at WRFW.
Become involved in competitions, apprenticeship programs & workshops to gain experience & recognition.
Become involved in campus event planning.
Participate in campus theater productions and musicals.
Learn how to use electronic instruments & synthesizers.

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