How to become a musician
Transform silence into symphonies and craft emotions into sounds as a professional musician.
What does a musician do?
Duties and tasks
Study and rehearse repertoire and musical scores prior to performances.
Play music in recitals from score and by memory.
Practice teamwork as an accompanist, or as a member of an orchestra, band or other musical group.
Reproduce music using highly develop aural skills.
Interpret music and songs according to artistic direction, event, and instruments.
Professional bodies
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Composer
Music director
Music professional
Singer
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- 100% online
- Duration
- 1 year full time or part time equivalent
- Entry requirements
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- Entry requirements
- No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
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