HOW TO PURSE CAREER IN MUSIC ?

CAREER IN MUSIC ?

Music Courses deals with the study of music and sound imparting practical and theoretical knowledge to the students. These courses include activities that give students experience composing music and giving performances.

Students having an interest in the field of music can pursue these courses at various levels like Certificate, Diploma, UG and PG degree. It will provide the students a deep knowledge about the music as a subject. Below given is detailed information about the same.

Certificate Course	-Courses like Music Theory Comprehensive Complete! (Levels 1, 2, & 3), Drums, Keyboard, Live Sound Engineering, Grade Certificate Program in Music, Certificate in Harmonium, Certificate in Guitar, Certificate in Flute are offered. -The Duration for the Course is 1 Weeks to 9 Months. -The Courses are available in both Online and Offline Mode. -The Average Fees for the Course somewhere between INR 360 to 2,00,000.
International Certification Course	-Courses like Complete Electronic Music Composition, Certificate Course in Hindustani Raga Sangeet, Learn Jazz Piano: Advanced and Solo Playing, Modern Pop Vocal Production, Music Theory for Electronic Musician are offered. -The Duration for the Course is 6 Weeks to 1 Year. -The Courses are available in Online, Offline and in Campus Mode. -The Average Fees for the Course is INR 5,000 to 3,00,000.
Diploma Course	-Courses like Diploma in Music Production, Diploma in Audio Engineering, Diploma in Hindustani Classical Vocal/ Light Vocal/ Sitar/ Tabla, Pre-Diploma Foundation Course in Hindustani Classical Vocal Music are offered. -The Duration for the Course is Varied from 1 Year to 2 Years. -The Courses are available in Offline Mode. -The Average Fees for the Course is INR 5,000 to 1,50,000.
UG Course	-Courses like Bachelor of Performing Arts in Music + Diploma in Music, Bachelor of Performing Arts – Indian Classical Music (Tabla), BA in Music Production and Composition, B.A. in Music, Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music (Vocal), B.A. in Music Technology, BPA in Western Contemporary Music are offered. -The Duration for the Course is 3 Years to 4 Years and offered in Full time. -The Courses are available in Offline and Distance Mode. -The Average Fees for the Course is INR 30,000 to 10,00,000.
PG Course	-Courses like Master of Performing Arts in Music, M.A. (Hons.) in Vocal Music, Masters in Music Production, Master of Fine Arts in Music (Veena, Vocal, Violin, Tabla, Flute, Mridangam), Master of Performing Arts in Musicology are offered. -The Duration for the Course is 1 Year to 2 Years and offered in Full Time. -The Courses are available in Offline as well as Distance Mode. -The Average Fees for the Course is INR 50,000 to 5,00,000.

Music Course after 12th: Highlight

Below are the highlights of Different Music courses offered in India after 12th.

Popular Courses	Certificate: Music Theory Comprehensive Complete! (Levels 1, 2, & 3), Drums, Keyboard, Live Sound Engineering, Grade Certificate Program in Music, Certificate in Harmonium, Certificate in Guitar, Certificate in Flute. International Certification: Complete Electronic Music Composition, SBL PRO – MUSIC PRODUCTION, Sound Production in Ableton Live for Musicians and Artists, Music Production Master Diploma, Certificate Course in Hindustani Raga Sangeet, Learn Jazz Piano: Advanced and Solo Playing, Modern Pop Vocal Production, Music Theory for Electronic Musician. Diploma: Diploma in Music Production, Diploma in Audio Engineering, Diploma in Hindustani Classical Vocal/ Light Vocal/ Sitar/ Tabla, Pre-Diploma Foundation Course in Hindustani Classical Vocal Music. UG: Bachelor of Performing Arts in Music, Bachelor of Performing Arts – Indian Classical Music (Tabla), BA in Music Production and Composition, B.A. in Music, Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music (Vocal), B.A. in Music Technology, BPA in Western Contemporary Music. PG: Master of Performing Arts in Music, M.A. (Hons.) in Vocal Music, Masters in Music Production, Master of Fine Arts in Music (Veena, Vocal, Violin, Tabla, Flute, Mridangam), Master of Performing Arts in Musicology.
Duration	Certificate: 1 Weeks to 9 Months. International Certification: 6 Weeks to 1 Year. Diploma: 1 Year to 2 Years. UG: 3 Years to 4 Years. PG: 1 Year to 2 Years.
Eligibility	Certificate: Anyone International Certification: Anyone Diploma: Candidates should complete Class XII in any stream from a recognized board of education with a minimum of 50% in aggregate. UG: Candidates Should Complete class XII in any Stream from recognized Board of Education with a Minimum of 45% to 50% in Aggregate. PG: Candidates who have completed their Graduation in Bachelor of Performing Arts in any Musical Instrument or any other equivalent examination of Music with minimum of 40% to 50% aggregate marks.
Average Fees	Certificate: INR 360 to 2,00,000. International Certification: 5,000 to 3,00,000. Diploma: INR 5,000 to 1,50,000. UG: INR 30,000 to 10,00,000. PG: INR 50,000 to 5,00,000.
Online Course	Available
Types of Online Course	edX, Coursera, Udemy, Alison, Future Learn, etc. (Includes Paid and Unpaid courses)
Top Job Prospects	Singer/Musician, Instrumentalist, Songwriter, Composer, Music Producer, Recording Technician, Critic/Judge, Publicist, Music Therapist, Sound Engineering Technician, Music Lawyer
Average Salary	Certificate: Differ by Project to Project International Certification: Differ by Project to Project and Work that will be Performed. Diploma: Differ by Project to Project, Client to Client and Work Mode. UG: Differ by Project to Project, Client to Client and Performance Based often. PG: Differ by Project to Project, Client to Client and Performance Based often.

So, now you might have some idea about each kind of Music Courses, Let’s discuss them in detail one-by-one.

Certificate Music Course

There are numerous certificate courses available in this field after one has completed their respective school. Basically these are some short-term courses, of which duration is 1 Week to 3 Months. In this course they provide some basic knowledge to desired students and get them ready for exploration of the field.

Online Certificate Music Courses

Certificate Name	Provider	Duration	Fees
Music Theory Comprehensive Complete! (Levels 1, 2, & 3)	Udemy	13 Hours	INR 360/-
How to Play Guitar	Coursera	5 Months	Free*
Music Theory: Melody and Harmony	Alison	3 Hours	Free
Vocal Recording Technology	edX	6 Weeks	Free*
Electronic Music Production	Coursera	5 Months	Free*

(Paid Certificate Available)

Offline Certificate Music Courses

Certificate Name	Colleges Offering	Duration	Average Fees
Hindustani Vocal for Children 100A (HV 100A)	Mumbai Music Institute	12 Weeks	INR 10,000/-
Keyboard	Mumbai Music Institute, School of Music and Fine Arts- VELS Institute of Science Technology and Advanced Studies	12 Months	INR 50,000/-
Live Sound Engineering	Mumbai Music Institute	6 Months	INR 2,00,000/-
Pro Music Production	Mumbai Music Institute	9 Months	INR 1,50,000/-

How are the Certificate Music Courses Admissions done?

Anyone who has completed their School in any stream can get admitted into this type of short-term courses with ease. Basically there is no kind of any entrance exams or personal interviews are conducted, First Come First Serve Method is followed by most of the Academies and Centers offering these courses. As these are short-term courses Academies Follow batch system for the comfort of students and parents.

International Certification Music Courses

There are many Online Institutes, Academies and Centers are available who offer their candidates this kind of facilities, so that they can gain their knowledge on interested subject matter in this field and explore the worldwide knowledge relating to the Music Industry. Basically 6 Weeks to 1 Year is the duration and one can avail certificate at rational prices after successfully undergoing the Exams conducted by offering Institutes/Centers/Academies.

Top International Certification Music Courses

Below given the Online and Offline International Certificate Music Courses.

Course Name	Provider	Duration	Average Fees
Complete Electronic Music Composition	Point Black Music School	6 Months	INR 1,50,000/-
Music Production Master Diploma	Point Black Music School	1 Year or 2 Years	INR 2,80,000/-
Creativity: Music to My Ears	NovoEd	6 Weeks	Free*
Certificate Course in Hindustani Raga Sangeet	Swayam	12 Weeks	Free*
Learn Jazz Piano: Advanced and Solo Playing	Goldsmiths University of London	6 Weeks	INR 8,000/-
Modern Pop Vocal Production	Soundfly	6 Weeks	INR 50,000/-
Music Theory for Electronic Musician	Creativelive	NA	INR 2,000/-

Diploma Music Course

Generally Diploma Courses in Music is a 1 to 2 Years Full time program in which candidates gain Skills, Knowledge, Tips and Tricks of Music Industry from some professional of the field. Music is a very creative activity in which artists adapt some inspiration from others and gain confidence to perform it in front of a large audience. Desired candidates can choose any of the following courses and give shape to their career.

Top Diploma Music Courses

Course Name	Colleges Offering	Average Fees
Diploma in Music	Atal Vihari Vajpayee Vishvavidyalay Garden City University Savitri Phule Pune University Mumbai University	INR 25,000 to INR 1,20,000
Diploma in Sound Engineering	Garden City University Mumbai University Morph Academy	INR 30,000 to INR 1,50,000
Diploma in Hindustani Music Vocal	Karnataka State Dr. Gangubai Hangal Music and Performing Arts University,	INR 4,000/-

How are the Admissions done in Diploma Music Courses

Candidates should complete Class XII in any stream from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% in aggregate.
In addition to that candidates who have good basic knowledge over competitors in the field are also preferred while preparing the Merit.
Desired candidates can visit the official website of the Academies/Music School, gather the information, and visit it if any clarification is needed for concerns regarding admission, fees, and other criteria as well.
One can also use the official email Id and contact number to avoid rush, shown in the Website.

UG Music Course

There are Undergraduate degree courses available which aims to provide entertainment and its related tools and techniques of the same.
The course is of three to four years duration and is offered across different Academies, Institutes, Music Schools, and colleges all over India.
These courses help students refine their skills, understanding, sensitivity, interpretation and become a successful artist in the field of Music.
Throughout the course candidates learn all the necessary things which are very essential in the viewpoint of Performing Music.

Top UG Music Courses

Courses Name	Colleges Offering	Average Fees
Bachelor of Performing Arts in Music	Asian Academy of Film And Television MSU Baroda SAGE University Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning	INR 15,000 to INR 1,50,000
B.A. in Music Vocal	Lovely Professional University UniRaj Rabindra Bharati University University of Delhi	INR 8,000 to INR 1,50,000

How are the UG Music Courses Admissions done?

Desired Candidates should complete Class XII in any stream from a recognized board with a minimum of 45% to 50% in aggregate. The candidates who belong to the same background gain edge over possible competitors in selection criteria. At this level candidates should have to be ready to give an Interview or Audition before getting admission into best Academies/Centers across India.

Top UG Music Course Colleges

The Week Rank	College Name	Location
11	Fergusson College	Pune, MH
21	UniRaj	Jaipur, RJ
13	Panjab University	Chandigarh, PJ
19	University of Madras	Chepauk, CH
2	Banaras Hindu University	Varanasi, UP

PG Music Course

Generally PG courses in Music is of 2 Years Duration and Offered mostly in Offline mode as well as in Distance Study. Basically Pursued by students who wish to have exploration in the said field choose any of the below mentioned PG Course and try to get something extra which others will possibly lack while facing some issues in practical life.

Top PG Music Courses

Course Name	Colleges Offering	Average Fees
Master of Arts in Music	Miranda House Ramjas College Banasthali Vidyapeeth Queens Mary College	INR 20,000 to INR 1,20,000/-
M.A. (Hons.) in Vocal Music	Lovely Professional University Panjab University Rabindra Bharati University SVU – Sri Venkateswara University, Ramjas College, University of	INR 80,000/-

How are the Admissions done in PG Music Courses done?

Candidates who have completed their graduation in Bachelor of Performing Arts in any Musical Instruments (BPA) or any other equivalent examination of Music with minimum of 40% to 50% aggregate marks are eligible to secure admission in this course.
Sometimes background in the Music Field, also taken into consideration during the admission process.
Though Students must have to undergo some Audition and Entrance exams conducted by World Famous Music Schools and Academies to secure their position.

PG Music Courses Entrance tests

Exam Name	Conducting Body	Date of Examination
WWI Entrance Exam	Whistling Woods	TBD
BHU PET	Banaras Hindu University	May 2021*
LPU NEST	Lovely Professional University	March 2021*
SEE	SAGE University	TBD

Top Academies/Institute for PG Music Courses

The Week Ranking 2020	College Name	Location
23	MSU Baroda	Baroda, GJ
10	Ramjas College	Delhi, DL
3	Hindu College	Delhi, DL
2	Banaras Hindu University	Varanasi, UP

What are the Top Job Prospects After Music Courses

What are the Top Job Prospects After Music Courses?

Musician

After successfully completing the study one can start assisting some Musician and then start as a Musician by themselves. Generally, Professional Musicians write, perform, record, and rework the same if necessary. They are paid to entertain, delight, and inspire others. They are trained to perform solo, in band, part of Orchestra, choruses and in team also with recommending certain adaptation and changes.

Starting Salary: INR 3,60,000 to INR 6,00,000.

Singer

Generally singers read, understand, and interpret musical compositions in various tones and with help of different tunes. They can use one or more vocal ranges with ease they trained in. Though most of the singers are self-employed, works independently on different projects, different clients and with different products on their own comfort. They are specialized in Singing and can perform without any hesitancy and fumble in front of large audiences.

Starting Salary: INR 2,40,000 to INR 5,00,000.

Composer

Basically the work of Composer is to write, direct and create music for different genres. They also produce various compositions, scores and arrangements for Theatres, Live Shows, Events, television, and gaming applications. They may work with Bands, Orchestras and other musical groups and supply their services to them.

Starting Salary: INR 3,00,000 to 6,00,000.

Music Producer

Music Producer is the main person who is responsible for the overall production of commercially recorded Music videos for Different genres, labels, and clients. They work closely with Musician and Recording artists, recommend some changes, and then edit the same using best of their knowledge and skill.

Starting Salary: INR 4,00,000 to 8,00,000.

What are the Skills Required for Music Courses

What are the Skills Required for Music Courses?

Determination and Hard Working Skill

The people who have a clear vision to make their respective career in the field, the foremost condition here is that one must have to be dedicated towards it. Practice makes the Men Perfect, proverb well suited here. One can’t say that they can’t do that, and they are only able to do that. Being a hard worker doesn’t mean to work insanely.

Top Skill Courses

Course	Provider	Duration	Average Fees
Soft Skills: The 11 Essential Career Soft Skills	Udemy	32 Hours	INR 360/-
Giving Helpful Feedback	Coursera	5 Hours	Free*
Communication Skill	edX	2 Months	INR 40,000/-
Singing: Musical Theatre Vocal Skills	Udemy	3 Hours	INR 360/-
Brilliant, Passionate You	Coursera	19 Hours	Free*

Skill Course Syllabus

Memory and Concentration Skill	Teamwork Skill
Theatre Skill	Communication Skill

Collaboration Skill

It’s obvious that if you are in this field then there are many incidents happening on a day-to-day basis that you have to team up with someone or so many people at the time, due to script demand or public interest or different working conditions and environment, it will be any of it, you never know. If you are working in a team or with a client, you need to know how to collaborate with others effectively, and efficiently in order to solve problems and find new opportunities..

Adaptability Skill

In simple terms to adapt means being able to rapidly learn some new skills and abilities with ease. One can’t be rigid when the interest of a large number of people is concerned, especially fields like this when you have to mind some changes, updates and trends regarding Consumer teste, Preference, and habit. One has to keep changing their work style with predetermined ideas, tips, and tricks.

Communication Skill

One must be able to express what they feel, how they feel in this industry. Sometimes the words of people say too much about them, so whatever you want to speak, speak cautiously and concisely. When you want collaboration with someone, make sure it won’t look selfish and careless of yours. It’s very important how well you communicate with others in the most efficient way.

Music Courses Online Fees and Rating Comparison

Courses	Provider	Duration	Rating	Fees
Music Theory Comprehensive Complete (Levels 1, 2, & 3)	Udemy	13 Hours	4.7	INR 360/-
How to Play Guitar	Coursera	5 Months	4.6	Free*
Vocal Recording Technology	edX	6 Weeks	4.3	Free*

(*Paid Certificate Available.)

Comparison of Online Platforms Offering Music Courses

Parameters	Udemy	Coursera
Student’s Rating	4.7	4.6
Fees	INR 480/-	Free*
Enrollment	15,000	10,000
Duration	13 Hours	5 Months
Language	English, Hindi	English

FAQ Music Courses after 12th.

Ques. How many types/genres of Music are there?

Ans. Basically, the Music Industry has very wide scope and there are as many as 20 genres/types of Music. Some of them are Rock Music, Jazz Music, Folk Music, Hip Hop Music, Electronic Dance Music (Known as EDM), Dance Music, Classical Music, Pop Music, Heavy Metal Music, Rhythm and Blue Music, etc.

Ques. What is the basic Eligibility for making a career in the Music Industry/Field?

Ans. Basically, there is no kind of any fixed criteria if you are talented and skilled one. But if you wants to systematically went through and then wants to make your career in this field, then one must have to meet at least qualifying criteria, i.e., 50% marks in 12th (5% Relaxation given to reserved categories students) and have to went through Personal Interviews and Meetings when one tried to admitted into best Music School/Academy of Country or Global.

Ques. Is Music Related to the Subject of Performing Arts?

Ans. Apparently, yes. In short, Performing Arts is the Act of your Performance in front of an audience in which one had trained and had some strong grip, confidence to perform on stage. While in Broad terms, Music is like, One simply ignores the very sad fact of Performing Arts, they can perform privately through uploading their videos on various online platforms, records at their own comfort and all.

Ques. Is Music Worth Studying these days and to make a career in?

Ans. Music is one of the rising fields nowadays like other subject matters, so absolutely it’s worth studying it systematically if you are really keen to make your career in this interesting field. But if you are really serious then be ready to dive into the subject, for some sacrifices as well. Definitely you’ll able to gain your knowledge regarding it later on after successfully cleared all the barriers of the path.

Ques. Why is Music Important in life?

Ans. It is said that there is some kind of Energy or Magic in Music that is able to shake even the paralyzed man. Besides that, it deeply affects the brain of people; science also proven that there is some causal link between music and spatial intelligence of humans. In addition to that it is also helpful for people that can change the mood of people while listening to various kinds of music.

Ques. What kind of Job Potential are there in the Music Field?

Ans. Music is a very broad field; one can make a career with ease. One can work as Musician, Music Producer, Music Composer, Recording Technician, Critic/Judge, Publicist, Music Therapist, Sound Engineering Technician, Music Lawyer, Instrumentalist, Anchoring, etc. I

CAREER IN MUSIC ?

Music Course after 12th: Highlight