Music Directors and Composers

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Summary Description


	Conduct, direct, plan, and lead instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras, bands, choirs, and glee clubs. Includes arrangers, composers, choral directors, and orchestrators.

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	Music Directors and Composers
	Music directors, also called conductors, lead orchestras and other musical groups during performances and recording sessions. Composers write and arrange original music in a variety of musical styles.

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Working Conditions


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	Music Directors and Composers
	Music directors work for religious organizations and schools. They also work in concert halls and recording studios. Music directors may spend a lot of time traveling to different performances. Composers can work in offices, recording studios, or their own homes.

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Interesting Fact

Cuba Gooding Jr.'s first job was as a backup dancer for Lionel Richie at the Los Angeles Olympics in 1984.

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