Music Director/Composer

Code: 27-2041.00

Also known as: Choir Director, Composer, Conductor, Film Composer, Liturgical Music Director, Music Composer, Music Director, Music Producer, Orchestra Director, Songwriter

Description: Conduct, direct, plan, and lead instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras, bands, choirs, and glee clubs. Includes arrangers, composers, choral directors, and orchestrators.

Music Director/Composer

Typical wages


10% $23,890
25% $33,990
Median $52,250
75% $76,000
90% $124,390
10% $11.49
25% $16.34
Median $25.12
75% $36.54
90% $59.8

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
58,000
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
59,000
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 6,300