Violinist Career

*A job as a Violinist falls under the broader career category of Musicians and Singers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Musicians and Singers : Play one or more musical instruments or sing. May perform on stage, for broadcasting, or for sound or video recording.


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Musicians and Singer Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$71,885*

Median Hourly Wage

$34.56*

Total Employed Nationally

40,110


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.