65% of Musicians and Singers are employed only on a part-time basis. There were 30,500 workers employed in these occupations in 2004, a decrease of 16% since 1997.

1. What is a day in the life of a Musicians and Singers like?
   The following is a summary of main duties for some occupations in this unit group: A. Musicians play one or more... more
2. What education do you need to become a Musicians and Singers?
   1. Musical training from a university or college or through private instruction is usually required. 2. Members of... more
3. What is the current Job Outlook for a Musicians and Singers?
   The job outlook for Musicians and Singers is considered Average because: 1. Employment grew at an average rate.... more
4. What is the future Job Outlook for a Musicians and Singers?
   Your job outlook will continue to be Average because: 1. The employment growth rate will likely be close to the... more
5. How much does a Musicians and Singers make?
   The average hourly wages for Musicians and Singers is $19.38/HR, which is close to the average for occupations in the... more
6. What is the currently unemployment rate for a Musicians and Singers"?
   5% of Musicians and Singers are unemployed. This rate is above the average for professionnal occupations. more
7. How many Musicians and Singers are self-employed?
   Roughly 80% of Musicians and Singers are self-employed. This is considered Above average for the industry as a whole. more
8. What is the average age of a Musicians and Singers?
   The retirement rate to 2009 will likely be average reflecting the age/retirement structure of the occupation. more