[Core] [83% incumbents] Determine voices, instruments, harmonic structures, rhythms, tempos, and tone balances required to achieve the effects desired in a musical composition.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Write musical scores for orchestras, bands, choral groups, or individual instrumentalists or vocalists, using knowledge of music theory and of instrumental and vocal capabilities.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Write music for commercial mediums, including advertising jingles or film soundtracks.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Rewrite original musical scores in different musical styles by changing rhythms, harmonies, or tempos.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Study films or scripts to determine how musical scores can be used to create desired effects or moods.
  DWAs: Study scripts to determine project requirements.

[Core] [83% incumbents] Create original musical forms, or write within circumscribed musical forms such as sonatas, symphonies, or operas.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Apply elements of music theory to create musical and tonal structures, including harmonies and melodies.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Experiment with different sounds, and types and pieces of music, using synthesizers and computers as necessary to test and evaluate ideas.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Transcribe ideas for musical compositions into musical notation, using instruments, pen and paper, or computers.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Confer with producers and directors to define the nature and placement of film or television music.
  DWAs: Collaborate with others to determine technical details of productions.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Fill in details of orchestral sketches, such as adding vocal parts to scores.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Explore and develop musical ideas based on sources such as imagination or sounds in the environment.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Transpose music from one voice or instrument to another to accommodate particular musicians.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Arrange music composed by others, changing the music to achieve desired effects.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Collaborate with other colleagues, such as copyists, to complete final scores.
  DWAs: Collaborate with others to prepare or perform artistic productions.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Copy parts from scores for individual performers.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [78% incumbents] Use gestures to shape the music being played, communicating desired tempo, phrasing, tone, color, pitch, volume, and other performance aspects.
  DWAs: Coordinate musical rehearsals or performances.

[Core] [78% incumbents] Direct groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
  DWAs: Coordinate musical rehearsals or performances.

[Core] [78% incumbents] Consider such factors as ensemble size and abilities, availability of scores, and the need for musical variety, to select music to be performed.
  DWAs: Determine presentation subjects or content.

[Core] [78% incumbents] Position members within groups to obtain balance among instrumental or vocal sections.
  DWAs: Coordinate musical rehearsals or performances.

[Core] [78% incumbents] Perform administrative tasks such as applying for grants, developing budgets, negotiating contracts, and designing and printing programs and other promotional materials.
  DWAs: Design layout of art or product exhibits, displays, or promotional materials. | Negotiate for services. | Direct fundraising or financing activities.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Study scores to learn the music in detail, and to develop interpretations.
  DWAs: Study details of musical compositions.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Plan and schedule rehearsals and performances, and arrange details such as locations, accompanists, and instrumentalists.
  DWAs: Coordinate musical rehearsals or performances.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Meet with soloists and concertmasters to discuss and prepare for performances.
  DWAs: Collaborate with others to prepare or perform artistic productions.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Assign and review staff work in such areas as scoring, arranging, and copying music, and vocal coaching.
  DWAs: Coordinate artistic activities.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Transcribe musical compositions and melodic lines to adapt them to a particular group, or to create a particular musical style.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Supplemental] [77% incumbents] Coordinate and organize tours, or hire touring companies to arrange concert dates, venues, accommodations, and transportation for longer tours.
  DWAs: Coordinate logistics for productions or events.

[Core] [76% incumbents] Audition and select performers for musical presentations.
  DWAs: Audition or interview potential performers or staff members. | Select staff, team members, or performers.

[None] Produce recordings of music.
  DWAs: Operate audio recording equipment.

[None] Stay abreast of the latest trends in music and music technology.
  DWAs: Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Fine Arts (imp:4.72 lvl:6.28) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  English Language (imp:3.79 lvl:4.35) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Education and Training (imp:3.49 lvl:4.33) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.39 lvl:4.06) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.09 lvl:3.56) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:3.08 lvl:3.59) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Administrative (imp:2.94 lvl:3.84) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Communications and Media (imp:2.88 lvl:3.69) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Administration and Management (imp:2.81 lvl:3.04) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Psychology (imp:2.58 lvl:2.40) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.53 lvl:2.98) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.47 lvl:2.34) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  History and Archeology (imp:2.35 lvl:2.12) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Foreign Language (imp:2.15 lvl:1.70) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Production and Processing (imp:2.06 lvl:2.10) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.05 lvl:2.09) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.97 lvl:1.57) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Mathematics (imp:1.95 lvl:2.16) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Design (imp:1.91 lvl:2.03) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Telecommunications (imp:1.86 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Law and Government (imp:1.83 lvl:1.89) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.77 lvl:1.41) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.66 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Geography (imp:1.65 lvl:1.36) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Public Safety and Security (imp:1.61 lvl:1.24) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Mechanical (imp:1.41 lvl:0.91) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Physics (imp:1.41 lvl:0.66) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Transportation (imp:1.41 lvl:0.92) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Building and Construction (imp:1.14 lvl:0.57) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Biology (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Chemistry (imp:1.09) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Food Production (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:4.25 lvl:5.12) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:3.75 lvl:4.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Information Ordering (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:4.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.62 lvl:4.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.62) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Written Expression (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:4.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Memorization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.62) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Sound Localization (imp:2.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Time Sharing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.50) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Visualization (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Number Facility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.25) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:1.62) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Response Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:1.88) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Static Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Reaction Time (imp:1.50) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.50) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Night Vision (imp:1.12 lvl:0.50) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Depth Perception (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Thinking Creatively (imp:4.48 lvl:5.61) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.44 lvl:5.16) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Getting Information (imp:4.14 lvl:4.59) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.00 lvl:4.21) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.93 lvl:4.59) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.78 lvl:5.15) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.74 lvl:4.32) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.70 lvl:4.31) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.64 lvl:4.57) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Working with Computers (imp:3.61 lvl:3.06) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.59 lvl:4.07) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.55 lvl:4.66) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.53 lvl:4.43) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.38 lvl:3.73) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.36 lvl:4.32) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.35 lvl:3.77) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.28 lvl:4.15) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.26 lvl:3.21) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.24 lvl:3.83) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.16 lvl:3.46) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.10 lvl:3.46) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.02 lvl:3.04) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.92 lvl:3.27) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.88 lvl:3.86) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Processing Information (imp:2.85 lvl:2.98) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.78 lvl:2.94) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.76 lvl:3.02) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.76 lvl:3.45) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.54 lvl:2.48) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.50 lvl:2.96) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.44 lvl:2.76) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.35 lvl:2.22) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.23 lvl:2.10) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.08 lvl:1.64) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.00 lvl:2.06) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.88 lvl:1.86) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.76 lvl:0.99) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.51 lvl:0.93) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.51 lvl:0.89) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.41 lvl:0.59) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.41 lvl:0.80) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:9.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:8.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:7.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:6.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Social Orientation (imp:5.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Adaptability (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Innovation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Innovation (imp:2.86) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:2.43) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:2.24) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.20) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Social Orientation (imp:2.17) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:2.14) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Adaptability (imp:2.09) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Dependability (imp:2.08) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.05) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Initiative (imp:1.96) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Cooperation (imp:1.92) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.80) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.80) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.78) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Optimism (imp:1.74) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Self-Control (imp:1.56) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Integrity (imp:1.50) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Empathy (imp:1.10) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Sincerity (imp:1.07) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.00) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Humility (imp:-0.01) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:-0.26) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Persuasion (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.12) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Time Management (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Instructing (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Service Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.25) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Programming (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:1.25) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.62) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.38) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
A music director, musical director or director of music is a person responsible for the musical aspects of a performance, production, or organization. This would include the artistic director and usually chief conductor of an orchestra or concert band, the director of music of a film, the director of music at a radio station, the person in charge of musical activities or the head of the music department in a school, the coordinator of the musical ensembles in a university, college, or institution (but not usually the head of the academic music department), the head bandmaster of a military band, the head organist and choirmaster of a church, or an organist and master of the choristers (the title given to a director of music at a cathedral, particularly in England).


== Orchestra ==
The title of "music director" or "musical director"  is used by many symphony orchestras to designate the primary conductor and artistic leader of the orchestra. The term "music director" is most common for orchestras in the United States. With European orchestras, the titles of "principal conductor" or "chief conductor" are more common, which designate the conductor who directs the majority of a given orchestra's concerts in a season. In musical theatre and opera, the music director is in charge of the overall musical performance, including ensuring that the cast knows the music thoroughly, supervising the musical interpretation of the performers and pit orchestra, and conducting the orchestra.
The artistic director refers to someone who directs a musical ensemble and is the primary leader in the implementation of all artistic plans. In most countries the title is generally understood to be equivalent or interchangeable with that of music director, and carries the corresponding responsibilities of directing (conducting or rehearsing) the ensemble, programming repertoire and performers, and (often) cultivating an artistic vision and often a long-term artistic strategy for the organization. The title and corresponding position is understood to be the highest level of artistic or musical decision-making inside the hierarchy of the organization, often working with an administrative counterpart such as an Executive Director, managing director, or CEO. Some organizations, including some large orchestras, opt to have a primary conductor who reports to an artistic director in charge of long-range planning and artistic decision-making outside of that directly related to the rehearsal and performance process.
In the 20th century, the title and position of music director typically brought with it an almost unlimited influence over the particular orchestra's affairs. As implied by the name, the music director not only conducts concerts, but also controls what music the orchestra will perform or record, and has much authority regarding hiring, firing, and other personnel decisions over an orchestra's musicians. Such authoritarian rule, once expected and even thought necessary for a symphonic ensemble to function properly, has loosened somewhat in the closing decades of the 20th century with the advent and encouragement of more power sharing and cooperative management styles (with the orchestra musicians themselves, the administrative staff, and volunteer board of directors). The music director in American lingo also assists with fund-raising, and also is the primary focus of publicity for the orchestra, as what is often called its "public face".
The term "music director" or "musical director" became common in the United States in the middle of the 20th century, following an evolution of titles. Early leaders of orchestras were simply designated as the "conductor." In the 1920s and 1930s, the term musical director began to be used, in order to delineate the fact that the person in this position was doing much more than just conducting, and to differentiate them from guest conductors who simply led one particular program or concert. George Szell, for instance, was appointed as "musical director" of the Cleveland Orchestra in 1946, and his position was so named until his death in 1970. His successor, Lorin Maazel, was given the title "music director." Other major American orchestras kept more current with the times and began using the simpler term in the 1950s and 1960s.
The term can also refer to the person who directs a school band or heads the music program.


== Film and theatre ==
Alternatively, the term "music director" used to appear in the film credits for a professional hired to supervise and direct the music selected for a film or music documentary, but today the more common designation is music supervisor.


=== India ===

In India, where many films are produced as musicals, the term "music director" is commonly used for the composer and music producer of the songs and score used in the film. Their roles also entail arranging, mastering, mixing and supervising recording of film music with conducting and orchestration. Usually, another artist will receive the credit for the lyrics of the songs.


=== Theatrical productions ===
The "music director" for a theatrical production or Broadway or West End musical often serves as rehearsal pianist and conductor. This music director is often also the vocal coach, may also be involved in arranging material for new works, or collaborate on underscoring. There was a Tony Award category for Best Musical Director beginning in 1948, but it was discontinued in 1964 in part due to the fluid responsibilities of musical directors.


== Broadcasting ==
A music director of a radio station is responsible for interacting with record company representatives, auditioning new music, offering commentary, and making decisions (sometimes in conjunction with the program director) as to which songs get airplay, how much and when. In college radio, there may be more than one music director, as students usually volunteer only a few hours each per week, and most stations have a diverse and extensive library of several different music genres.


== Military ==

In the British Armed Forces, a director of music is a commissioned officer, always a musician commissioned from the ranks, who leads a military band. A non-commissioned officer or warrant officer who leads a band is called a bandmaster.


== Pop music ==
In pop music, a musical director or "MD" is responsible for supervising the musical arrangements and personnel for a touring artist. This can include festivals and televised performances as well as those at traditional on-stage venues. In the modern era, the sound of a studio recording is often impossible or impractical to reproduce on stage, and it is the music director's job to assemble musicians and arrangements to adapt that material to a live setting (which may or may not include playback of prerecorded tracks). The music director generally leads rehearsals as well as each performance, allowing the lead artist to focus on performing.


== Germany and Austria ==
Generalmusikdirektor (GMD, general music director) is a German title for the artistic director of an orchestra, an institution or a town.
A music director (Latin: director musices) was originally the title of the person responsible for music in a town in Germany and Austria. Johann Sebastian Bach was music director in Leipzig, Georg Philipp Telemann and later Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach were music directors in Hamburg, Robert Schumann was music director in Düsseldorf.
Generalmusikdirektor is a title given by larger towns to a person typically responsible for a symphony orchestra and the opera. The first person with this title was Gaspare Spontini in Berlin in 1819. Daniel Barenboim was Generalmusikdirektor of the Staatsoper Unter den Linden in Berlin from 1992 to 2023.


== Other uses ==
Brass bands, wind bands, choirs, opera companies and other ensembles may also have musical directors.


== See also ==
Kapellmeister
Category:Music directors (opera)


== References ==


== External links ==
 

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  Extract: Sajid–Wajid was an Indian Bollywood Hindi film music director duo consisting of brothers Sajid Khan and Wajid Khan, the sons of Sharafat Ali Khan, a tabla player.

Wajid Khan, the younger of the two brothers, died on June 1, 2020.

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  Extract: Naveen Kumar is an Indian flautist who has accompanied many film music directors and composers on popular Bollywood tracks. Naveen has also directed music for Gospel recordings. He is known for playing flute in Bombay themes and Kal Ho na Ho

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  Extract: Upadrasta Vidya Sagar, better known as Vidyasagar is an Indian composer, musician and singer who works predominantly in the Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu film industries. After working with several composers as assistant and conductor, Vidyasagar made his debut as a film composer in the 1989 Tamil fi

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  Extract: In music, an arrangement is a musical adaptation of an existing composition. Differences from the original composition may include reharmonization, melodic paraphrasing, orchestration, or formal development. Arranging differs from orchestration in that the latter process is limited to the assignment

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Music Directors and Composers conduct instrumental or vocal performances while creating original musical works for orchestras, bands, choirs, and commercial media. They combine advanced musical theory knowledge with leadership skills to guide ensembles and craft compositions that achieve specific artistic or commercial effects. These professionals work across concert halls, recording studios, educational institutions, and entertainment venues, translating creative vision into structured musical performances and written scores.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Music directors begin by reviewing musical scores and planning rehearsal schedules, then conduct ensemble practices where they use active listening and coordination skills to refine performances. Composers spend significant time experimenting with synthesizers and computers to test musical ideas, transcribing compositions into notation using both traditional pen-and-paper methods and digital tools. They frequently confer with producers, directors, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and determine how music can enhance dramatic or commercial effects. Administrative tasks include organizing performance schedules, coordinating musician availability, and managing the logistical aspects of productions. Creative work involves applying music theory to develop harmonic structures, melodies, and arrangements that fit specific artistic visions or commercial briefs.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful music directors and composers demonstrate exceptional hearing sensitivity and auditory attention, enabling them to detect subtle musical nuances during performances and composition work. They possess strong intellectual curiosity and originality, constantly exploring new musical forms and pushing creative boundaries while maintaining dependability in meeting performance and production deadlines. These individuals excel at interpersonal relationship building, as they must effectively communicate artistic vision to diverse groups of musicians, producers, and stakeholders. High achievement orientation drives them to pursue excellence in both creative output and performance quality, while social perceptiveness helps them understand how different audiences will respond to their musical choices.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry typically requires a bachelor's degree in music, with 28.2% of professionals holding master's degrees and 20.6% having doctoral degrees according to education distribution data. Aspiring professionals usually begin with extensive musical training in performance, theory, and composition, often supplemented by internships with orchestras, recording studios, or educational institutions. Many gain initial experience as assistant conductors, arrangers, or composers for smaller ensembles before advancing to leadership roles with major organizations.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Music directors often advance from assistant positions to principal conductor roles with prestigious orchestras or opera companies, while composers may transition from commercial work to concert music or vice versa. Career progression frequently involves building a portfolio of successful performances or compositions that demonstrate artistic range and commercial viability. Many professionals eventually establish their own ensembles, music education programs, or composition studios, leveraging their experience to mentor emerging talent and shape musical institutions.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The occupation employs 12,540 professionals nationally with a median annual wage of $73,710, ranging from $39,880 to $165,760 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Geographic wage dispersion shows significant variation, with New Jersey offering the highest compensation at $122,750 compared to Alabama's $42,250, reflecting a 2.90x ratio between highest and lowest paying states. Employment concentrates heavily in Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (5,360 employed), followed by Other Services (3,880) and Educational Services (2,110). The field shows strong demand in cultural centers and metropolitan areas where orchestras, opera companies, and recording studios maintain active operations.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Creative thinking and establishing interpersonal relationships represent core work activities that resist automation, as artistic vision and human connection remain essential to musical leadership. While technology tools like synthesizers and composition software enhance productivity, the nuanced work of conducting ensembles and creating emotionally resonant music requires human judgment and cultural understanding that current AI cannot replicate.

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