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NOC 51122 — Musicians and singers

TEER 1 · Professional (university degree) · Eligible for Express Entry (CEC and FSWP)

Musicians and singers perform with orchestras, choirs, opera companies and popular bands in establishments such as concert halls, lounges and theatres and in film, television and recording studios. This unit group also includes music teachers who usually teach in conservatories, academies and private homes.

Main duties

Musicians and singers

• Play one or more instruments as soloists or as members of a musical group before audiences or for recording purposes. Singers
• Sing musical arrangements as soloists or as members of vocal groups before audiences or for recording purposes.

Teachers of music or voice

• Teach technique, interpretation and music theory to students through private or group lessons. Musicians and singers usually specialize in specific genres of music such as classical, country, ethnic, jazz, opera or popular music.

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