About this job

Community musicians use music as a tool for participation, education and social connection in settings such as aged care, disability support, youth work or cultural development. They may facilitate workshops, lead music-making in groups, or co-create community-based projects. This role often blends musical, educational and social practice, and may be supported by training in community music, education or arts therapy.

Work Arrangement

Typical work pattern
Casual, Part Time
Typical employment arrangement
Contractor, Entrepeneur

Experience

Essential skills
group facilitation, musical versatility, communication, inclusive practice, cultural awareness
Desirable/optional skills
instrumental skills, basic recording, grant writing, program coordination
Higher education
Useful
Bachelor of Music; Diploma of Music
Course or training

Training Options

Bachelor of Music, University of Melbourne

STATE: VIC

Bachelor of Music, University of Sydney

STATE: NSW

Bachelor of Music, University of Queensland

STATE: QLD

Bachelor of Music, University of Western Australia

STATE: WA

Bachelor of Music, University of Newcastle

STATE: NSW

Bachelor of Music, Edith Cowan University

STATE: WA

Bachelor of Music, University of the Sunshine Coast

STATE: QLD

Bachelor of Music, Macquarie University

STATE: NSW

Bachelor of Music, University of Southern Queensland

STATE: QLD

Bachelor of Music, Western Sydney University

STATE: NSW