$40,174
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$16k
MEDIAN
$40k
90%
$69k
The average salary for a Music Director is $40,174
Base Salary
$16k - $69k
Bonus
$100 - $8k
Total Pay
$17k - $75k
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What Do Music Directors Do?
Music Director Tasks
- Conduct and direct instrumental or vocal performance for musical performance groups including orchestras, and choirs.
- Transcribe or rearrange musical compositions to fit the performance group.
- Plan and schedule rehearsals and performances.
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Job Satisfaction for Music Director
Based on 117 responses, the job of Music Director has received a job satisfaction rating of 4.2 out of 5. On average, Music Directors are highly satisfied with their job.
Gender Breakdown
Male
63.4%
Female
35.6%
Prefer to self-define
1.1%
This data is based on 284 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
Common Health Benefits
Medical
42%
Dental
30%
Vision
25%
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