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Music
Music is a phenomenon common to all societies, a
richly diverse experience that is used in many ways. Music can be a form of communication,
artistic expression, entertainment, therapy and worship.
The Department of Music offers instruction in the
theoretical, creative, practical and historical aspects of music. A music major
can specialize in performance, theory, composition or education while seeking
a Bachelor of Music degree. The study of history and literature is emphasized
in the bachelor of arts program.
Some graduates go on to teach in public schools,
but other possibilities exist. There are limited openings in professional performance,
music industry and sales, music library science, music therapy, music criticism,
church music, music editing for television and radio, and college teaching. Many
of these professions require graduate study and some, such as performance, are
limited to the most talented.
Further information about the music program
can be obtained from Paul D. Head, Chair, Music Department, 209 Amy duPont
Music Building, 831-2578.
Sample Job Titles
| Bachelor's Degree/Entry Level |
Further Education/Experience
Often Required |
| *recording engineer |
*business manager |
| *sound technician |
*music librarian |
| *music teacher |
*music therapist |
| *music journalist |
*instrument restoration
specialist |
| *arranger |
*public relations
director |
| *disc jockey |
*conductor |
Check the Dictionary of Occupational Titles under section 152 for additional
related careers.
Enhancing Employability
- Participate in Internships,
Field Experience Placements and Alumni Mentor Network.
- Sample UD Field Experiences: Jewish
Community Center, Opera Company of Philadelphia, Christiana Cultural Arts
Center
Some Employers of Music Majors
*recording studios
*theater
*colleges/universities
*magazines/newspapers
*council for the arts
*restaurants
*music publishing companies
*museums
*radio
Other Sources of Information
Vault Online Career Library
(provides extensive information about careers and companies/organizations; log in via Blue Hen Jobs)
American Federation of Musicians of the U.S. and Canada
www.afm.org
American Music Conference
www.amc-music.com
American Music Therapy Association
www.musictherapy.org/
Applause - Careers in Music
www.cnvi.com/applause/
National Association for Music Education
www.menc.org
National Music Publishers' Association
www.nmpa.org
Solo Performers
www.soloperformer.com
The Riley Guide
www.rileyguide.com
Resources for Finding Employment
University of Delaware Career Resource Center Materials Available
- Blue Hen Jobs -- Internships, Part-time, Summer, and Full-time Jobs -- All in one place
- 100 Careers in the Music Business (CSE 3)
- Working in the Music Industry (CSE 4)
- Career Opportunities in the Music Industry (CSE 5)
- How to Get a Job in the Music and Recording Industry (CSE 6)
- Great Jobs for Music Majors (CSE 7)
- Careers in Focus - Music (CSE 8)
- Music, Money, and Success (CSE 9)
- Creative Careers in Music (CSE 10)
- Opportunities in Music Careers (CSE 15)
- Careers for Music Lovers & Other Tuneful Types (CSE 16)
- Careers for Culture Lovers & Other Artsy Types (CSE 21)
- Careers in Focus - Performing Arts (CSE 41)
- Careers in Focus - Arts & Entertainment (CSE 42)
- Opportunities in Performing Arts Careers (CSE 43)
- Opportunities in Teaching Careers (CSE 279)
- Great Jobs for Liberal Arts Majors (CSE 556)
- Top Careers for Liberal Arts Graduates (CSE 559)
- Careers for Romantics & Other Dreamy Types (CSE 588)
- Careers for Extroverts & Other Gregarious Types (CSE 590)
- www.udel.edu/CSC/netresources.html CSC's
Internet Resources
Further information including: Skills to Develop, Strategies for Contacting
Employers, Grad School Information, and where to get assistance is available
in the CAREER RESOURCE CENTER located at 401 Academy Street.
Last updated: October 22, 2009 (CH)
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