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Music Directors
SOC 27-2041.01
Direct and conduct instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras or choirs.
8
Skills
8
Knowledge
4
Job Zone
No
Green
Top Skills 8
Instructing
4.1
Active Listening
3.8
Speaking
3.8
Critical Thinking
3.8
Judgment and Decision Making
3.8
Monitoring
3.6
Social Perceptiveness
3.6
Coordination
3.6
Knowledge Areas 8
Fine Arts
4.8
English Language
4.6
Education and Training
4.3
Philosophy and Theology
3.8
Administration and Management
3.2
Customer and Personal Service
3.2
Personnel and Human Resources
3.1
Computers and Electronics
3.1
Key Tasks
1Use gestures to shape the music being played, communicating desired tempo, phrasing,
tone, color, pitch, volume, and other performance aspects.
2Direct groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired
effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
3Study scores to learn the music in detail, and to develop interpretations.
4Consider such factors as ensemble size and abilities, availability of scores, and the
need for musical variety, to select music to be performed.
5Audition and select performers for musical presentations.
Also Known As
Artistic Director
Band Director
Band Leader
Band Master
Children's Choir Director
Choir Director
Choir Leader
Choir Teacher
Choral Director
Chorister
Tools & Equipment
Acoustic guitars
Audio interfaces
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