Singer

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12th (Any Stream)

• Admission into the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Music course is based on the candidates' performance in the university-specific examination (if specified).However, it may vary from college to college; check the particular college rules and regulations before applying.

• To become a SINGER, a candidate should hold a graduation degree in BA in Music/ BA (Hons) (Instrumental Music)/ Bachelor of Performing Arts (Music)/ Bachelor of MusicorDiploma in Music.
• A candidate should have talent, but talent alone cannot guarantee success. In addition, candidates must have the self-discipline to rehearse and practice to improve their performances.
• The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Music or Music Vocal is a 3-year undergraduate music program with vocal, instrumental, and dance training. 

• The first and foremost step is to seek exposure through workshops, theatre, Music events, etc.
• Candidates must keep themselves open to prospects in all entertainment media, whether through TV shows, music stores, or others. Doing this will help him/her earn exposure to the vast domain of Music, learn from fellow professionals and seniors, and endeavor to master this art in all its ways.
• Candidates must create and share a portfolio with casting music agencies and production houses.

Who is a Singer?

     A Singer is a person who sings with their voice. Anyone who is singing is a singer. Some people do it as a job (professional singer), and others may sing without being paid (amateur singer). Singers may sing anything: songs, opera, etc. An instrument or an orchestra may accompany them. A singer vocalizes musical sounds with tone and pitch and uses own voice to produce Music. Singers may sing solo or in a group and are often accompanied by instrumental Music. The physical act of singing occurs as air passes through the larynx, throat, and mouth, and it's interesting to note that vocal resonation in singing involves seven areas of the human body: chest, tracheal tree, larynx, pharynx, oral cavity, nasal cavity, and the sinuses.

 Job Responsibilities of a Singer

• The prime duty of a Singer is singing the lines of the Music, which is purely based on one's education in Music or one's pure natural talent. 
• A singer performs live in front of an audience to entertain.

• Singers memorize the various musical notes and selections and sing several musical notations.

• Singers interpret or modify Music by applying knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm, and voice production to individualize presentations and arouse the audience's interest.

Career Scope of a Singer

There are many career options once a candidate completes graduation in Music. 

• A candidate can get employed in various professions, including music and video stores, publishing corporations, colleges and universities, advertising agencies, the music industry, and entertainment companies.
• After successfully completing the course, the candidate can find career openings in governmental and non-governmental organizations. Some of the governmental organizations that offer jobs are mentioned below:
• Commission of Fine Arts
• Cultural Affairs
• Department of Education
• Institute of Museum and Library Services and many more

• The private sector also offers sufficient job opportunities for skilled candidates. The areas in the private sector include:
• Advertising Agencies
• Colleges and Universities
• Elementary and Secondary Schools
• Entertainment Companies
• Media Firms
• Music and Film Studios
• Music and Video Stores and many more

Salary/Income of a Singer

An entry-level singer with 1-3 years of experience can earn an average salary of ₹ 7 lakhs per year. Conversely, a senior-level singer with 8+ years of experience can earn an average wage of ₹ 12 lakhs annually.