General music education should encompass the study of both classical and jazz history, theory, conducting and education. In metropolitan areas various professional playing opportunities can be obtained through local music contractors. The musicians' union paper announces auditions for open positions. Technique basics Continue to develop, refine and routine musicianship. Participate in as many different performance groups as possible.
Private practice is essential but ensemble skills can only develop by playing with other musicians.
Expand memorized repertoire. Theory basics Develop improvisational skills. Extend harmonic vocabulary to include secondary chords and their relationship to key. Recognize them in performance music. Recognize and understand modulation.