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n recent years, music has been a multibillion dollar industry offering career

opportunities to thousands of people. There are many music-related opportunities

in industries such as entertainment, healthcare, education, radio and television, and

business. Music majors can work in songwriting, teaching, booking agencies, and music

stores, and become performers, disc jockeys, sound and audio technicians, and instrument

repairers, to name a few. Wherever your interests and fortes lie within the field of music,

there are sure to be many career opportunities for you.

An increasing interest and demand for music therapy has created important and significant

employment opportunities for music therapists. As the focus of rehabilitation and healthcare

services adapt and shift to meet changing consumer demand, music therapists are finding

challenging and rewarding work in community organizations, medical and mental health

settings, rehabilitation programs, schools, hospices, and by providing contract services

through sole proprietorships, limited liability corporations, or not-for-profit organizations.

A bachelor’s degree in music therapy is the entry level degree for this exciting, stimulating

and rewarding career. More information about music therapy is available at

www.musictherapy.org. The Certification Board for Music Therapy certifies music

therapists at a national level. Information is available at www.cbmt.org.

Dance and Theatre, Creative Writing,

Communication Arts, Art, Public

Relations, Film and Television

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he mission of the School of Music is to provide education in music with an

emphasis on traditional academic disciplines, combined with the

development of personal performance skills, all within the setting of a liberal arts

institution. The School of Music offers the Bachelor of Arts in music with emphases in

composition, music education, music therapy, and performance (conducting,

instrumental, and vocal). Furthermore, the goal of the School of Music is to enrich the

artistic atmosphere of the campus and community and to provide opportunities for

creative and scholarly excellence.

Chapman Clubs and Organizations

Chapman University Choir Dr.William Hall [phone]

The 118-member university choir is a select group chosen from students thoughout

the univeristy and is open to non-majors by audition.

Chapman University Singers Dr.William Hall [phone]

The Chapman University Singers regularly performs outstanding literature for

chamber choir from every musical period. The ensemble is open to non-majors by

audition.

The Wind Ensemble Dr. Robert Frelly [phone]

The Wind Symphony has earned a reputation for its breadth of musicality and

consistently high level of performance. Goals of the Wind Symphony include the

devleopment of musical expression, and individual and ensemble skills though the

identification, rehearsal and performance of the finest wind literature.

Chapman University Music Therapy Student Union

David Luce [phone]

The CUMTSU is the organization for students interested in music therapy and

provides experiences that amplify the understanding and appreciation of music

therapy.

Related Majors

If you are looking to pursue a career in music, it is a good idea to get involved with one of the on-campus choirs or performance groups,

attend local musical performances, and perfect your musical talent through practice and class participation. A combination of a college

education with at least one internship, formal training, and experience working in the field will give you an edge over the competition.

...at chapman university

While Still in College...

ssociations provide a venue for people to share professional interests while

educating the public about their field. Look for details about salaries, training

opportunities, membership benefits, and job resources.

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American Federation of Musicians www.afm.org

The largest music union in the world, representing the interests of professional

musicians nationwide.

American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) www.musictherapy.org

Supports the progressive development of the therapeutic use of music in

rehabilitation, special education, and community settings.

Music Teachers National Association www.mtna.org

Committed to advancing the value of music study and music making to society and

supporting the professionalism of music teachers.

Music Teachers Association of California www.mtac.org

Dedicates its efforts towards the pursuit of excellence in music education.

The Certification Board for Music Therapists www.cbmt.org

The mission of the Certification Board for Music Therapists is to define the body of

knowledge that represents competent practice in the profession of music therapy; to

create and administer a program to evaluate initial and continuing competence of this

knowledge; and to issue the credential of MT-BC to individuals who demonstrate the

required level of competence.

Educational Institutions, Orchestral Ensembles, Musical Instrument Manufacturers, Record Labels, Public Relations Firms,

Entertainment Industry, Self-Employed, Symphonies, Hospitals, Healthcare Organizations

Do you enjoy singing or playing

a musical instrument?

Do you desire to communicate

through music?

Do you enjoy practicing to perfect a craft?

Are you creative and have musical talent?

Are you interested in using your music to

help others?

Patience

Precision

Good ear/good listener

Musical talent

Ability to read music

Empathy

A commitment to serving others

...at the professional level

Potential Employment With...

Is It a Good Match For You?

Vital Skills

www.chapman.edu/music/default.html

[phone] ? Dean William Hall

School of Music

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Career Development Center

Performer

Personal Manager

Private Instructor

Producer

Professional Manager

Professor

Programmer

Public Relations Coordinator

Publicist

Publishing Editor

Record Producer

Regional Sales Manager

School Music Teacher

Session Musician

Singer

Songwriter

Sound Designer

Synthesist

Technician

Vocal/Instrumental Soloist

Arranger

Background Vocalist

Band/Soloist Promoter

Booking Agent

Broadcaster

Business Manager

Choir Director

Composer

Conductor

Consumer Reseacher

Copyist

Disc Jockey

Field Merchandiser

Floor Show Band

Lyricist

Marketing Representative

Music Editor

Music Publisher

Music Sequencer

Music Supervisor

Music Therapist

Orchestra Member

Related Occupations

Some of these occupations may require additional education and training.

Choosing Your Major...

Choosing a major can be a difficult

decision. If you need assistance in

choosing your major or emphasis, the

Career Development Center offers

individual career counseling and

provides career testing and

assessment for current students. In

addition, involvement in leadership

activities, internships, part-time

employment, clubs, organizations,

and student government will expose

you to different work and learning

environments which will aid you in

your decision making.

For Further Information

Student Life Center, Argyros Forum 303 ? One University Drive ? Orange, California 92866

www.chapman.edu/career ? [e-mail] ? Phone: [phone] ? Fax: [phone]