Guide to courses 17. For more information Table of Contents 17. Careers for music graduates 17. Careers for music graduates Employment possibilities for music graduates vary between specialisations but are currently good.
Openings exist in both professional and semi-professional orchestras.
Symphony orchestras and opera or ballet orchestras seek competent players and opportunities arise for casual players in choral accompaniment and amateur theatrical productions. The world of the solo performer is a fickle one and suited only to those with a formidable command of technique, great physical stamina and an appropriate mental constitution. Some opportunities for professional piano accompanists exist. Qualified music teachers are in demand in both government and private schools to teach general class music and to organise and teach in instrumental music programs. Appropriately qualified private music teachers have little trouble building a practice, especially those using new technology such as the computer to assist in theory, training and creative music-making.