Most music students continue their studies at the master's level, and some continue on to the doctorate. Some of the following career opportunities require advanced degrees, while others may be possible with only the bachelor's degree.

• Accompanist
• Arranger
• Band musician
• Church/synagogue musician
• Composer
• Concert pianist
• Conductor
• Music critic
• Music editor
• Music librarian
• Music producer
• Music salesperson
• Music teacher
• Music therapist
• Opera singer
• Orchestra musician
• Organ builder
• Organist/choir director
• Performer
• Songwriter
• Sound recording engineer
• Technician/tuner
• Vocalist