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The music that delights audiences

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at concerts, musicals,

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movies, or in recordings…

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is the product of composers’

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and music directors’ hard work and talent.

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Music directors—also called conductors—

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lead orchestras, choirs,

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and other musical groups

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during performances and recording sessions.

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They select musical arrangements

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and compositions to be performed,

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and study musical scores

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to prepare for rehearsals.

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They ensure that musicians

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play with one coherent sound,

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balancing the melody, rhythm, and volume.

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Composers write original music

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that orchestras, bands,

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and other musical groups perform.

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They may also write lyrics.

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Composers often study different musical styles,

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though some focus on one genre,

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such as classical or hip hop.

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They also may write for musical theater,

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compose movie scores,

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or write commercial jingles.

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Most music directors work for schools

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and religious organizations,

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or are self-employed.

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Performances often require some travel

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and evening and weekend hours.

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Composers work in offices,

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recording studios, or at home.

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Though they may work anywhere in the country,

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many jobs are in New York, Los Angeles,

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Nashville, and Chicago.

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Music directors need

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a master’s degree in music theory,

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composition, or conducting;

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choir directors may need

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only a bachelor’s degree.

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Popular music composers

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submit recordings of their music to bands,

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singers, record companies, or movie studios.

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They often post recordings of their music

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online on their own website, or social media.