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What can I do with a major in Music?

The following list represents a sample of job titles of CSB/SJU graduates with a music major. This list is by no means complete, but illustrates a broad range of possibilities. (Some jobs require post-baccalaureate degrees.)

Music Teacher Composer Lyricist Sound Engineer
Church Musician Disc Jockey Recording Producer Arts Manager
Choral Director Music Researcher Advertising Orchestra Member
Music Librarian Music Arranger Principal Instrument Repair Technician
Performer- Entertainer Orchestra Director Lawyer Dancer/Actor
Music Therapist Human Resources Representative  Psychologist  Recreational Therapy

Examples of resources available in the Career Resource Centers for Music majors:
Title Author

CSB

SJU

Careers for Music Lovers and Other Tuneful Types Johnson   X
Opportunities in Music Careers Gerardi   X
Career Opportunities in Theatre and Performing Arts Field X X
National Directory of Arts Internships NNAP   X
100 Careers in the Music Business Crouch X  
Creative careers in Music Pres/Landsman X  
Careers in Communication and Entertainment Mogel   X

CSB/SJU Music Department Homepage: http://www.csbsju.edu/music

Links for Music majors:

Visit the CSB/SJU Career Resource Centers for further information about major selection and career exploration. Career specialists and student career assistants are available to assist you as you research personal interests, values, and skills.

Areas of Employment, Employers, Strategies and Links:

Choose "Information" to find an outline of common career areas, typical employers, and strategies designed to maximize career opportunities. Choose "Links" to find a list of websites that provide information about listed majors and related careers.

Keep in mind that the information sheets and websites are representative of typical career paths associated with each major and not a comprehensive list. You may want to explore information and websites from multiple majors to help you learn about a wide range of career opportunities.
 

Major

Areas of Employment, Employers and Strategies

Links

Music Information Links