Musicians, Instrumental

Tasks Include:

• Practice musical instrument performances, individually or in rehearsal with other musicians, to master individual pieces of music and to maintain and improve skills.
• Perform before live audiences.
• Specialize in playing a specific family of instruments and/or a particular type of music.
• Play musical instruments as soloists, or as members or guest artists of musical groups such as orchestras, ensembles, or bands.
• Play from memory or by following scores.
• Sight-read musical parts during rehearsals.
• Audition for orchestras, bands, or other musical groups.
• Provide the musical background for live shows such as ballets, operas, musical theatre, and cabarets.
• Transpose music to alternate keys, or to fit individual styles or purposes.
• Promote their own or their group's music by participating in media interviews and other activities.
• Make or participate in recordings in music studios.