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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for fulltime music composition in the United States is $54,560.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,000.00 and $61,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Fulltime Music Composition vs Fulltime Music Arranging?

AspectFulltime Music CompositionFulltime Music Arranging
CredentialsMusic degree, composition certificationsMusic degree, arranging experience
Work EnvironmentStudio, freelance, media companiesStudio, broadcast, live events
Industry UsageCreating original music piecesAdapting existing music for different ensembles or media

Fulltime Music Composition involves creating original music, often requiring a strong background in music theory and composition. Fulltime Music Arranging focuses on adapting existing compositions for different instruments or ensembles. While both roles require musical expertise and similar credentials, composition emphasizes original work, whereas arranging centers on modification and adaptation of existing music.

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Visiting Assistant Professor of Music Composition

Knox College

Galesburg, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Description
The Department of Music at Knox College invites applications for a full-time, one-year appointment as visiting assistant professor of music beginning September 1, 2022. The successful candidate will demonstrate creativity and innovation in musical composition, excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentorship of student composers within a liberal arts environment, and dedication to service and teaching within a diverse community.
We encourage applications from individuals with expertise in both acoustic and digital music and with possible areas of concentration including (but not limited to) electronic music composition, sound studies, music production and engineering.
In addition to courses in composition and songwriting, teaching responsibilities may include core music theory and music history, aural skills, and advanced seminars in related to the candidate's areas of specialization. The teaching load is six courses for the year, two courses per each 10-week term.
Knox is a diverse college with over 35% of the student body identifying as American students of color and an additional 15% international students. Experience working with diverse populations of students and a commitment to teach successfully in a multicultural environment are expected.
Visiting faculty members at Knox are included in the professional and intellectual life of the College. The visiting faculty member will have a modest annual conference travel budget and access to research resources. Pay is commensurate with entry-level faculty positions at the College. Additional information can be found on our Human Resources webpage at https://www.knox.edu/offices/human-resources/employee-benefits-and-forms.
Qualifications
Qualifications: DMA or PhD in Music Composition expected at time of appointment; exceptional ABD candidates will be considered.
Application Instructions
Candidates should submit:
  1. A letter of application that addresses the candidate's preparation for inclusive teaching and discusses potential courses that would appeal to a diverse population of liberal-arts students.
  2. A curriculum vitae;
  3. Unofficial graduate transcript;
  4. Three confidential letters of recommendation.

Review of applications will begin on July 15, 2022 and continue until the position is filled.
Questions may be addressed to Professor Joan Huguet at musicsearch@knox.edu.

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