Compose music

Description

Compose original pieces music such as songs, symphonies or sonatas.

Occupations requiring this skill

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Skill demand overview
  • Essential in 0 occupations
  • Optional in 6 occupations
  • Total: 6 occupations
  • Most common in: ISCO major group 2 (Professionals)

Optional for

  • Musical conductor
    Musical conductors lead ensembles of musicians, directing them during rehearsals and helping them attain their best performance. They can work with a variety of ensembles, such as …
  • Music director
    Music directors lead musical groups such as orchestras and bands during live performances or recording sessions. They organise the music and composition, coordinate the playing mus…
  • Disc jockey
    A Disc Jockey (DJ) is a professional who plays recorded music for live audiences at events, nightclubs, radio stations, or online platforms. DJs mix different tracks seamlessly to …
  • Singer
    A Singer is a professional performer who uses their voice as their primary instrument to entertain and convey emotion. Singers perform across various genres, including pop, rock, c…
  • Lyricist
    A lyricist is a professional who writes the lyrics of songs, conveying the narrative, emotions, and messages within the musical composition. They work closely with composers, music…
  • Musician
    A Musician is an artist skilled in performing, composing, and interpreting music. Musicians can work across various genres and styles, including classical, jazz, rock, pop, hip-hop…

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Last updated on February 19, 2026

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