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\nAre you a music enthusiast who dreams of turning your passion into a profession? Whether you\u2019re composing symphonies, spinning beats, or healing souls through music, there are plenty of paths into the music industry. <\/p>\n

Here are seven top jobs for music lovers like you, the qualifications you\u2019ll need for each role, and a typical salary range if you\u2019re employed.<\/p><\/div>\n

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Music Journalist<\/h2>\n
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A music journalist<\/a> bridges the gap between music and its audience. They attend live performances, write reviews, interview music artists, analyse music trends, and craft feature stories for news outlets, magazines, and TV shows. If you want to combine your love of music with writing and research skills, a music journalist could be the ideal job for you.<\/p>\n

 <\/i> Qualifications<\/h3>\n

Beyond excellent communication and writing skills, and a love and knowledge of music, the qualifications to become a music journalist depend on your path into journalism. For many, qualifications will include journalist training and\/or a specialist degree. Other people may start on the journalist career path through an internship or apprenticeship. Suppose you already write for a profession, for instance, as a copywriter, and have a passion for music. In that case, you may be able to make the move into music journalism through your existing connections and pitching skills.<\/p>\n

 <\/i> Salary<\/h3>\n

A typical salary range in the UK for a music journalist is between \u00a324,000 and \u00a340,000. In the US, that range is $29,000 to $81,000.<\/p>\n

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Musician<\/h2>\n
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Musicians create and perform music. They may play instruments, sing, or do both, across a wide range of musical genres like jazz, pop, or classical. Some musicians embrace solo careers, performing in concerts or recording albums. Others work as ensemble members, joining orchestras, bands, or choirs.<\/p>\n

 <\/i> Qualifications<\/h3>\n

Beyond a passion for music, dedication to your art, and musical skills, many musicians have formal training beyond school music lessons. That generally means a music degree. Hands-on experience, such as performing in a band, will also increase your chances of becoming a musician.<\/p>\n

 <\/i> Salary<\/h3>\n

There\u2019s a wide variety of musician salaries to match the wide variety of musician opportunities. However, a typical salary range for a musician in the UK is \u00a315,000 to \u00a358,000. In the US, that salary range is $38,000 to $56,000.<\/p>\n

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Music Teacher<\/h2>\n
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If you want to combine your love for music with teaching skills<\/a>, this may be the role for you. Music teachers offer training in music theory, history, and performance techniques. They teach their students how to play musical instruments, like guitar, violin, and flute, and improve their singing skills. Music teachers don\u2019t just work in schools. You can also find music teachers working privately to provide one-to-one lessons, working at colleges and universities, or taking part in community music groups. <\/p>\n

 <\/i> Qualifications<\/h3>\n

Most teachers, whether working in a school, higher education, or privately, will have a formal education in music, including a music degree. They may also have a teaching qualification.<\/p>\n

 <\/i> Salary<\/h3>\n

Music teacher salaries vary depending on setting and the seniority of the role, but a typical salary range for a music teacher in the UK is between \u00a320,000 and \u00a348,000, and $31,000 to $78,000 in the US.<\/p>\n

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DJ (Disc Jockey)<\/h2>\n
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When you hear the term DJ, you might picture any one of a number of different settings. As a DJ you might work:<\/p>\n