[Core] [95% incumbents] Perform before live audiences in concerts, recitals, educational presentations, and other social gatherings.
  DWAs: Perform music for the public.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Specialize in playing a specific family of instruments or a particular type of music.
  DWAs: Perform music for the public.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Play musical instruments as soloists, or as members or guest artists of musical groups such as orchestras, ensembles, or bands.
  DWAs: Perform music for the public.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Play from memory or by following scores.
  DWAs: Perform music for the public.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Listen to recordings to master pieces or to maintain and improve skills.
  DWAs: Study details of musical compositions.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Teach music for specific instruments.
  DWAs: Train others on performance techniques.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Provide the musical background for live shows, such as ballets, operas, musical theatre, and cabarets.
  DWAs: Perform music for the public.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Make or participate in recordings in music studios.
  DWAs: Perform for recordings.

[Core] [95% incumbents] Promote their own or their group's music by participating in media interviews and other activities.
  DWAs: Promote products, activities, or organizations.

[Supplemental] [95% incumbents] Arrange and edit music to fit style and purpose.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [94% incumbents] Sight-read musical parts during rehearsals.
  DWAs: Study details of musical compositions.

[Core] [94% incumbents] Audition for orchestras, bands, or other musical groups.
  DWAs: Audition for roles.

[Supplemental] [94% incumbents] Transpose music to alternate keys, or to fit individual styles or purposes.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Supplemental] [94% incumbents] Direct bands or orchestras.
  DWAs: Coordinate musical rehearsals or performances.

[Supplemental] [94% incumbents] Improvise music during performances.
  DWAs: Perform music for the public.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Sing a cappella or with musical accompaniment.
  DWAs: Perform music for the public.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Interpret or modify music, applying knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm, and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
  DWAs: Perform music for the public.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Observe choral leaders or prompters for cues or directions in vocal presentation.
  DWAs: Perform music for the public.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Practice singing exercises and study with vocal coaches to develop voice and skills and to rehearse for upcoming roles.
  DWAs: Practice athletic or artistic skills.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Make or participate in recordings.
  DWAs: Perform for recordings.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Research particular roles to find out more about a character, or the time and place in which a piece is set.
  DWAs: Conduct research to inform art, designs, or other work.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Compose songs or create vocal arrangements.
  DWAs: Create musical compositions, arrangements or scores.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Sing as a soloist or as a member of a vocal group.
  DWAs: Perform music for the public.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Memorize musical selections and routines, or sing following printed text, musical notation, or customer instructions.
  DWAs: Perform music for the public.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Seek out and learn new music suitable for live performance or recording.
  DWAs: Practice athletic or artistic skills.

[Supplemental] [53% incumbents] Learn acting, dancing, and other skills required for dramatic singing roles.
  DWAs: Practice athletic or artistic skills.

[Supplemental] [53% incumbents] Collaborate with a manager or agent who handles administrative details, finds work, and negotiates contracts.
  DWAs: Coordinate logistics for productions or events.

[None] Perform in television, radio, or movie productions.
  DWAs: Perform music for the public.

[None] Practice performances, individually or in rehearsal with other musicians, to master individual pieces of music or to maintain and improve skills.
  DWAs: Practice athletic or artistic skills.

--- SKILLS ---
  Speaking (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Listening (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Fine Arts (imp:4.54 lvl:5.84) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  English Language (imp:3.15 lvl:3.35) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Foreign Language (imp:2.50 lvl:2.28) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Education and Training (imp:2.45 lvl:2.62) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Communications and Media (imp:2.42 lvl:2.58) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.36 lvl:2.40) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:2.33 lvl:2.59) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Administration and Management (imp:2.30 lvl:1.88) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Psychology (imp:2.29 lvl:1.99) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  History and Archeology (imp:2.13 lvl:2.19) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.09 lvl:1.82) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Mathematics (imp:2.08 lvl:1.90) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.05 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.95 lvl:1.81) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Administrative (imp:1.92 lvl:1.93) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.91 lvl:1.92) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.80 lvl:1.46) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Transportation (imp:1.80 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Telecommunications (imp:1.79 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Production and Processing (imp:1.78 lvl:1.42) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Law and Government (imp:1.69 lvl:1.06) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Design (imp:1.66 lvl:1.16) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.62 lvl:1.06) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Public Safety and Security (imp:1.59 lvl:1.12) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Mechanical (imp:1.56 lvl:1.06) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Geography (imp:1.50 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.48 lvl:1.08) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Physics (imp:1.42 lvl:0.85) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Building and Construction (imp:1.40 lvl:0.60) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.34 lvl:0.54) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Biology (imp:1.21 lvl:0.39) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Chemistry (imp:1.16 lvl:0.40) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Food Production (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.88 lvl:3.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Memorization (imp:3.50 lvl:4.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  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.
  Originality (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Near Vision (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Speed of Closure (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Written Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Information Ordering (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:3.25) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Visualization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Control Precision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  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:2.62) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Far Vision (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Reaction Time (imp:2.12) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.12) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Sound Localization (imp:2.12) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Response Orientation (imp:1.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Static Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Depth Perception (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Night Vision (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:4.19 lvl:5.16) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.93 lvl:4.93) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Processing Information (imp:3.84 lvl:4.14) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.82 lvl:3.68) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.76 lvl:4.00) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Getting Information (imp:3.63 lvl:3.65) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.50 lvl:3.70) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.48 lvl:3.51) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.26 lvl:3.70) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.17 lvl:3.81) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.13 lvl:3.96) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.11 lvl:3.43) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.08 lvl:3.13) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.06 lvl:3.42) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.02 lvl:3.31) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.74 lvl:2.72) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.72 lvl:2.90) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.70 lvl:2.74) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.62 lvl:2.80) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.56 lvl:2.88) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.55 lvl:3.00) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.53 lvl:2.76) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.48 lvl:2.71) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.48 lvl:2.47) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.45 lvl:2.33) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.44 lvl:2.10) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.43 lvl:2.55) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.33 lvl:2.11) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.33 lvl:1.78) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.23 lvl:1.77) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.10 lvl:2.00) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.07 lvl:2.12) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.06 lvl:1.91) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.83 lvl:1.44) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Working with Computers (imp:1.82 lvl:1.20) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.79 lvl:1.33) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.71 lvl:1.12) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.61 lvl:1.21) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.49 lvl:0.74) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.48 lvl:0.79) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.46 lvl:0.88) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Achievement Orientation (imp:5.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Social Orientation (imp:4.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Perseverance (imp:3.00) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Confidence (imp:2.36) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Social Orientation (imp:2.22) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:2.21) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Perseverance (imp:2.19) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:2.04) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Innovation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Optimism (imp:1.90) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.80) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Initiative (imp:1.75) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Dependability (imp:1.72) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Adaptability (imp:1.68) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Cooperation (imp:1.50) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.48) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Self-Control (imp:1.47) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.30) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.24) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.00) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Empathy (imp:0.84) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Sincerity (imp:0.82) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Integrity (imp:0.72) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.02) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  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
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  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
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability () — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  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
  Cautiousness (imp:-0.43) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Humility (imp:-0.68) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Persuasion (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Negotiation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Instructing (imp:2.50 lvl:3.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.38 lvl:2.62) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — 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 lvl:0.50) — 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.
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Programming (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 36,180
  annual_median    : N/A
  annual_pct10     : N/A
  annual_pct25     : N/A
  annual_pct75     : N/A
  annual_pct90     : N/A
  annual_mean      : N/A
  hourly_median    : $47.80

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : N/A
  lowest_state     : N/A
  dispersion_ratio : N/A

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (0 total) ---
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:   21,840  median: $       0
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    7,770  median: $       0
  Educational Services                     emp:    4,450  median: $       0
  Information                              emp:      360  median: $       0
  Retail Trade                             emp:      150  median: $       0
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:      120  median: $       0
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       50  median: $       0
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:       40  median: $       0

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (8 total) ---
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:   21,840  median: $       0
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    7,770  median: $       0
  Educational Services                     emp:    4,450  median: $       0
  Information                              emp:      360  median: $       0
  Retail Trade                             emp:      150  median: $       0
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:      120  median: $       0
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:       50  median: $       0
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:       40  median: $       0

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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
This is a list of notable Bulgarian musicians and singers.


== See also ==

List of Bulgarians
List of Bulgarian actors
Lists of musicians


== General sources ==
Stoyan Petrov (Magdalena Manolova, Milena Bozhikova, revd) (2001) Bulgaria: Art music. Grove Music Online, Oxford University Press doi:10.1093/omo/9781561592630.013.60000200308
Donna A. Buchanan (2001). Bulgaria: Traditional music. Grove Music Online, Oxford University Press doi:10.1093/omo/9781561592630.013.60000200309

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

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  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Session_musician
  QID: Q10666486
  Extract: A session musician is a musician hired to perform in a recording session or a live performance. The term sideman is also used in the case of live performances, such as accompanying a recording artist on a tour. Session musicians are usually not permanent or official members of a musical ensemble or 

  Title: Lists of musicians (similarity: 0.4615)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lists_of_musicians
  QID: Q12370634
  Extract: This is a list of lists of musicians.

  Title: Blind musicians (similarity: 0.5000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blind_musicians
  QID: Q4926655
  Extract: Blind musicians are singers or instrumentalists, or in some cases singer-accompanists, who are legally blind.

  Title: Rock Choir (similarity: 0.1290)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rock_Choir
  QID: Q15053113
  Extract: Rock Choir is described as being the United Kingdom's original, and the world's largest, contemporary choir. It holds three Guinness World Records – 'biggest hit act in the UK', 'largest musical act to release an album (signed)' and 'largest song and dance routine held at multiple locations'. Rock C

  Title: Q'orianka Kilcher (similarity: 0.3684)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Q'orianka_Kilcher
  QID: Q73410
  Extract: Q'orianka Waira Qoiana Kilcher is a German-American actress. Her best known film roles are Pocahontas in Terrence Malick's 2005 film The New World, and Kaʻiulani in Princess Kaiulani (2009). In 2020, she starred in a recurring role on the Paramount Network show Yellowstone.

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Musicians and singers play musical instruments or perform vocals professionally, specializing in specific instruments, music genres, or performance contexts. They perform for live audiences in concerts, recitals, and social gatherings, or create recordings in studio environments. These artists may work as soloists, ensemble members, or session musicians across diverse settings from concert halls to recording studios.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Musicians and singers begin their day with practice sessions, playing from memory or following scores to maintain and improve their technical skills. They perform before live audiences in concerts, recitals, educational presentations, and other social gatherings, often specializing in a particular family of instruments or music genre. Studio work involves making or participating in recordings, where they provide musical backgrounds for productions or create standalone recordings. They spend time arranging and editing music to fit specific styles and purposes, while also promoting their work through media interviews and other marketing activities. Teaching music for specific instruments forms another key component of their daily activities.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful musicians and singers demonstrate exceptionally high achievement orientation (importance 5.0) combined with strong social orientation, as they must connect with audiences and collaborate with other performers. They possess superior hearing sensitivity and auditory attention abilities, enabling precise musical interpretation and performance. Individuals who thrive show remarkable memorization capabilities and oral expression skills, essential for both instrumental performance and vocal delivery. The artistic temperament (RIASEC A:6.66) dominates their personality profile, reflecting their need for creative self-expression and aesthetic sensitivity, while moderate enterprising traits help with self-promotion and career management.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry into this field shows remarkable diversity, with 29.1% holding bachelor's degrees while 19.2% have less than high school education, reflecting multiple pathways including formal conservatory training and self-taught development. Many begin with intensive musical training from childhood, developing expertise through private lessons, school programs, or community ensembles. Considerable preparation (Job Zone 4) typically involves years of dedicated practice, performance experience, and often formal music education. Entry-level positions may include ensemble work, session musician roles, or performance in smaller venues while building repertoire and professional networks.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement often progresses from ensemble member to featured soloist or band leader, with experienced musicians developing specializations in particular genres or performance contexts. Many expand into teaching roles, sharing expertise through private instruction or institutional positions. Entrepreneurial musicians establish their own groups, record labels, or music businesses, while others move into music direction, composition, or production roles. The highest levels include principal positions in major orchestras, recording contracts with significant labels, or recognition as featured artists in their specialized fields.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Employment of 36,180 musicians and singers is concentrated in arts, entertainment, and recreation (21,840 positions), other services (7,770), and educational services (4,450) according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Geographic concentration varies significantly, with major metropolitan areas offering more performance opportunities but also greater competition. Wage information shows substantial variation based on performance context, with symphony orchestra musicians, recording artists, and private instructors commanding different compensation levels. The gig economy significantly impacts this field, as many musicians work freelance or part-time arrangements rather than traditional full-time employment. Demand fluctuates with economic conditions affecting entertainment spending and arts funding.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Musicians and singers face low automation risk due to the fundamentally human nature of artistic expression and live performance. The core activities of performing for audiences, thinking creatively, and establishing interpersonal relationships through music cannot be meaningfully replicated by current technology. While digital tools enhance recording, composition, and distribution capabilities, they complement rather than replace human musical artistry and the emotional connection created through live performance.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
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    data: Thinking Creatively work activity importance 3.8
  [riasec_cluster] Actors (27-2011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations show strong Artistic RIASEC profiles and emphasize performing for public audiences.
    data: RIASEC A:6.66
    data: Performing for or Working Directly with the Public importance 4.2
  [career_pathway] Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1121.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Teaching music for specific instruments is a key task, providing natural transition to formal education roles.
    data: Teach music for specific instruments task
    data: Education and Training knowledge importance 2.5
  [task_similarity] Dancers (27-2031.00) — confidence:medium
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    data: Perform before live audiences task
    data: Provide musical background for live shows task
  [knowledge_overlap] Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners (49-9063.00) — confidence:medium
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    data: Specialize in playing specific family of instruments task

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
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