1220.0 - Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) Second Edition, 1997

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Contents >> 02 Structure & Definitions >> 2 Professionals >> 25 Social, Arts and Miscellaneous Professionals >> 253 Artists and Related Professionals >> 2537 Musicians and Related Professionals >> 2537-13 Singer

2537-13	Singer
	Vocalist

Sings songs to entertain audiences, or for broadcast or recording.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. This occupation requires high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications or experience.

Tasks Include:

researches, prepares and rehearses repertoire
performs songs according to interpretation, direction and style of presentation, using highly developed aural skills to reproduce music
sings in a group or individually on stage, radio, television or other entertainment venue
enhances dramatic effect with vocal expression, movement and dance
performs for production of recordings for sale on tape, compact disc or video
may compose own songs
may improvise and arrange music
may perform with a musical instrument

Specialisations:
Chorister
Concert Singer
Ensemble Singer
Opera Singer