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Occupation

231633 Musician (Instrumental)

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

231633 Musician (Instrumental)

Entertains by playing one or more musical instruments.

Alternative title

  • Instrumentalist

Specialisations

  • Drummer
  • Guitarist
  • Pianist
  • Violinist

Skill level: 1

High levels of creative talent, interest and personal commitment may substitute for formal qualifications or years of experience.

Main tasks

  • Practices and rehearses music to maintain and improve skills
  • Performs live music for audiences in a variety of venues such as concert halls, clubs and festivals
  • Selects and arranges music for performances
  • Collaborates with other musicians, bands, orchestras or ensembles
  • Creates music using electronic instruments, synthesisers, drum machines, and computer-based production techniques
  • Records music for distribution and sale
  • Contributes to the cultural landscape by expressing emotions, telling stories and communicating ideas through the universal language of music
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