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Singers

District Of Columbia

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Sing songs on stage, radio, television, or motion pictures.

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Currently Employed: 169

Yearly Projected Openings: 10

Typical Hourly Wage: $23.09 - $27.90

Typical Annual Salary: Not Available

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Typical education needed for entry: High school diploma or equivalent

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: None

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Long-term on-the-job training

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Memorize musical selections and routines, or sing following printed text, musical notation, or customer instructions.
Sing as a soloist or as a member of a vocal group.
Perform before live audiences, or in television, radio, or movie productions.
Interpret or modify music, applying knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm, and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.
Practice singing exercises and study with vocal coaches, in order to develop their voices and skills and to rehearse for upcoming roles.
Sing a cappella or with musical accompaniment.
Observe choral leaders or prompters for cues or directions in vocal presentation.
Make or participate in recordings.
Seek out and learn new music that is suitable for live performance and/or recording.
Collaborate with a manager or agent who handles administrative details, finds work, and negotiates contracts.