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National Compensation Survey - Wages

A186 MUSICIANS AND COMPOSERS

Major Occupational Groups: A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | K
About the Occupational Classification System Manual
MOG A—Professional Occupations
Writers, Authors, Entertainers And Athletes
A186 MUSICIANS AND COMPOSERS
Musicians—-Play one or more musical instruments and/or sing in recital, as soloist, in accompaniment or as member of orchestra, band, or other musical group.

Composers—-Create and write musical compositions. Invent melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic structures to express ideas musically. Translate melodies, harmonies, and rhythms into musical notation. May arrange and conduct music composed by others.

Last modified: October 16, 2001