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Musicians and Singers: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Play one or more musical instruments or sing. May perform on stage, for broadcasting, or for sound or video recording.

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This source lists 26 tasks, including 11 marked Core and 15 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2026.

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Core · Task 22574 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Perform before live audiences in concerts, recitals, educational presentations, and other social gatherings.

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Core · Task 22603 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Practice performances, individually or in rehearsal with other musicians, to master individual pieces of music or to maintain and improve skills.

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Core · Task 22577 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Specialize in playing a specific family of instruments or a particular type of music.

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Core · Task 22581 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Play musical instruments as soloists, or as members or guest artists of musical groups such as orchestras, ensembles, or bands.

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Core · Task 22587 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Provide the musical background for live shows, such as ballets, operas, musical theatre, and cabarets.

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Core · Task 22583 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Play from memory or by following scores.

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Core · Task 22582 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Sight-read musical parts during rehearsals.

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Core · Task 22589 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Seek out and learn new music suitable for live performance or recording.

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Core · Task 22585 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Listen to recordings to master pieces or to maintain and improve skills.

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Core · Task 22592 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Make or participate in recordings.

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Core · Task 22590 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Make or participate in recordings in music studios.

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Supplemental · Task 22578 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Sing as a soloist or as a member of a vocal group.

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Supplemental · Task 22576 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Interpret or modify music, applying knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm, and voice production to individualize presentations and maintain audience interest.

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Supplemental · Task 22584 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Practice singing exercises and study with vocal coaches to develop voice and skills and to rehearse for upcoming roles.

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Supplemental · Task 22575 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Sing a cappella or with musical accompaniment.

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Supplemental · Task 22586 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Teach music for specific instruments.

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Supplemental · Task 22595 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Transpose music to alternate keys, or to fit individual styles or purposes.

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Supplemental · Task 22580 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Memorize musical selections and routines, or sing following printed text, musical notation, or customer instructions.

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Supplemental · Task 22579 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Observe choral leaders or prompters for cues or directions in vocal presentation.

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Supplemental · Task 22600 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Collaborate with a manager or agent who handles administrative details, finds work, and negotiates contracts.

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Supplemental · Task 22598 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Arrange and edit music to fit style and purpose.

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Supplemental · Task 22599 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Improvise music during performances.

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Supplemental · Task 22588 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Audition for orchestras, bands, or other musical groups.

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Supplemental · Task 22602 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Perform in television, radio, or movie productions.

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Supplemental · Task 22591 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Promote their own or their group's music by participating in media interviews and other activities.

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Supplemental · Task 22593 · 08/2026 · Incumbent

Research particular roles to find out more about a character, or the time and place in which a piece is set.

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