Orchestra member
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A professional who belongs to an orchestra, chamber ensemble, concert band, etc., and performs orchestral instruments, keyboard instruments, percussion instruments, etc., to express musical works.
Description
Orchestra members belong to orchestras, concert bands, chamber ensembles, etc., and participate in regular concerts, tour performances, and recordings to perform. They hone their skills through daily individual practice and rehearsals, aligning their musical expressions with the conductor and other performers. Various skills are required, such as score analysis, unifying tone color and rhythm, and acquiring stage manners. They challenge diverse genres of music for each performance and take on the role of delivering emotion to the audience.
Future Outlook
With changes in concert demand and diversification of entertainment, opportunities for online performances and crossover music are increasing. Demand for performers who can handle digital distribution and collaboration projects is rising.
Personality Traits
Has ambition for self-improvement / Has cooperativeness / High concentration / Passionate about music
Work Style
Career Path
Graduation from music university or vocational school → Participation in student orchestra → Regular member → Principal player / section leader → Soloist / guest performer → Freelance performer / instructor
Required Skills
Ensemble performance / Instrument performance technique / Pitch sense / Score reading
Recommended Skills
Expressive techniques / Language skills / Performance experience in diverse genres
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly adapt to the conductor's and other performers' playing styles. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To accurately perform even the subtle differences in pitch and rhythm. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To add unique expressions or interpretations to music. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously acquire diverse pieces and techniques. |
| Stress Tolerance | To overcome tension on stage and pressure in front of the audience. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because the ability to perform as one with other performers is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical and quantitative analytical skills are not required for instrument performance. |
Aliases
- Concert band member
- Orchestra member
- Orchestra player
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