What Can I Do With a Major In Music Performance?

UGA Specific Information for Music Performance

The program of study leading to the Bachelor of Music with a major in performance is comprehensively designed to prepare for a career as a professional musician, a studio teacher, or a college professor. The degree provides a strong foundation in music history, music theory, and performance to ensure adequate preparation for continued study at the graduate level. Students enjoy numerous performance opportunities during their four years, including required third and fourth-year solo recitals.

Students earning this degree are prepared for a career as a professional performer or a studio teacher. Areas requiring high-level performance skills include, for example, radio broadcast, television, filmmaking, church music programs, and professional orchestras and bands. The degree also prepares the student for graduate study, which is designed to enhance skills and provide a credential for teaching at the college/university level.

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Class of 2023 Career Outcomes for Music Performance*

** Includes Self-Employed

Campus Resources

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Additional Career Research Resources

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  • My Next Move – An interactive tool for students and job seekers to learn more about their career options.  
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook – The OOH is a career resource offering information on the hundreds of occupations that provide most of jobs in the United States.  
  • Vault – Vault.com provides in-depth intelligence on what it’s really like to work in an industry, company, or profession – and how to position yourself to land that job.  
  • Candid Career – This resource provides you with access to thousands of informational video interviews with real professionals through an easy-to-use website.  
  • UGA Mentor Program – Connect with a mentor (alumni, faculty, staff) to research and explore industries and careers. Research industries and careers by connecting with a mentor for a quick chat or formal 16-week mentorship through the UGA Mentor Program.  
  • Interstride - Interstride is an interactive tool for both international and domestic students to enhance their international experience and employment potential. The platform consists of job-listings, hiring trends, employer information, self-assessments, and up-to-date immigration guidance. 
  • Glassdoor - Glassdoor is a free jobs and career community that offers an inside look at jobs and companies through "employee generated content" – anonymous salaries, company reviews, interview questions, and more – all posted by employees and job seekers.  
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Employment Websites

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  • LinkedIn (this popular networking site also has a job board!) 
  • Idealist (non-profit jobs) 
  • USAJobs (federal jobs) 
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Professional Associations/Resources

Employers/Position Title Reported by Class of 2023 Music Performance majors

The information below represents employers and position titles from the Class of 2023 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.

Employer Position Title(s)
First Christian Church of Athens Music Director
Lerner Research Institute Cleveland Clinic Research Technician
US Air Force Musician
US Air Force Musician
* denotes no responses received.
*Source: Areas above marked with an Asterisk (*) have been created utilizing data taken from the UGA Career Outcomes Survey. The "Employers Hiring...," "Job Titles of...," "Career Outcomes for...," and "Graduate/Professional Schools and Programs..." information listed above represent UGA Class of 2023 Graduates. The lists are not exhaustive and therefore do not represent all potential career options. Click here for more detailed Career Outcomes information regarding this major.

Possible Employers Who May Hire UGA Music Performance Majors

Entertainment Companies | Media Firms | Music and Film Industry | Music Industry Associations | Opera Companies | Orchestras and Bands | Production Companies | Various School Districts

Possible Job Titles for UGA Music Performance Majors

Band Director | Composer/Arranger | Guitar Teacher/ Instructor | Music Instructor | Music Publicist | Orchestra Manager | Studio Musician | Talent Agent | Teacher

Graduate/Professional Schools attended by Class of 2023 Music Performance majors

The information below represents graduate/professional schools and programs reported through the Class of 2023 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.

Graduate School Program(s)
Baylor University Performance, Master's
Duquesne University Performance Degree
Indiana University Bloomington Violin, Master's
Manhattan School of Music Flute Performance, MS
Temple University Music, MS
University of Georgia Unspecified Master's Program, MS
University of Georgia Performance and Pedagogy, Master’s
University of Maryland Music, Master’s
* denotes no responses received.

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