An accompanist plays a musical instrument to support a soloist or group of singers, requiring high musical skill and formal training. Performance skills and a professional reputation are important for success. Opportunities are found through a network of artists and pay is based on individual contracts.
To become an accompanist requires a high degree of musical skill and aptitude. The role of an accompanist is to play a musical instrument to support a soloist or a group of singers. In addition to musical skills, sidemen generally need to have some formal musical training and performance skills. The use of accompanists is an ancient tradition and is often required based on the musical composition that has been selected.
A chaperone is often required for performance exams, stage performances and audio recordings. He or she usually plays a variety of instruments at a consistent level of quality. Many artists work as accompanists while aspiring to solo careers.
Someone who wants to become an accompanist usually plays the piano, guitar or other instrument. Universities and music schools in almost every country have certification or training programs that offer a series of courses and exams designed to provide a specific level of musical ability on a variety of instruments. On average, it takes eight to ten years to reach a professional level of skill on a musical instrument.
Level of musical ability must be weighed against formal training. In most cases, people looking for an accompanist are trained musicians or performers. Anyone wishing to become an escort must prepare for auditions as part of the hiring process.
Performance skills are an important part of being an escort. Someone with stage fright is not suited for this career. It often takes personal maturity for a skilled and trained artist to work in the background. Experience gained working as an accompanist is a great way to develop performance skills and is recommended for anyone wishing to become a solo artist.
As an escort, opportunities are found through a network of artists, musicians and sound recording engineers. The development of a commercial network is essential for anyone wishing to become an escort. Pay is based on each individual contract and typically includes practices, meetings and actual performance.
Many people who work in the music industry as escorts set up their own businesses and manage employment contracts in a more professional way. A professional reputation is very important, because most of the work is through referrals from instrumental artists and teachers. Punctuality, skills and professionalism are very important for anyone who wants to work full time in this career.
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