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Conductors, Composers and Arrangers  (NOC 5132)
Moncton--Richibucto Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

This unit group includes those who conduct bands and orchestras, compose musical works and arrange instrumental and vocal compositions. They are employed by symphony and chamber orchestras, bands, choirs, sound recording companies, orchestras for ballet and opera performances or they may be self-employed.

arranger, bandmaster, choir director, composer, conductor, lyricist, music adapter, musical director, orchestrator, singer-songwriter-composer, songwriter.

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The following is a summary of the main duties for some occupations in this unit group:
  • Conductors select and interpret musical works and lead bands, orchestras and choirs during rehearsals and performances.
  • Composers create musical compositions such as television and film scores, theme music, songs, symphonies and music for interactive products such as video games.
  • Arrangers adapt and modify musical compositions to convey desired themes and to suit particular instrumental and vocal performances.

Conductors, composers and arrangers usually specialize in a particular type of music such as classical, country, jazz or popular.

Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Moncton, Bouctouche, Dieppe, Richibucto, Riverview, Sackville, Shediac, McEwen, Salisbury

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Education & Job Requirements for Conductors, Composers and Arrangers in Moncton--Richibucto Region

Education and job requirements can vary by region. Workers in regulated occupations require a licence to work legally. Workers in non-regulated occupations do not require a licence, but employers may have other certification requirements.

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New Brunswick
Not regulated

This occupation does not require certification in New Brunswick.

Many occupations require licensing or certification to operate certain types of equipment, or to drive trucks and other vehicles. However, most of these occupations are not part of the list of regulated professions and trades.

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