Berkeley, CA · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
Detailed descriptions of music performance courses offered are located in UC Berkeley's Course Catalog. Follow the link provided below. ENSEMBLES * MUSIC 116: Improvisation in the Jazz Tradition
Berkeley, CA · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
Detailed descriptions of music performance courses offered are located in UC Berkeley's Course Catalog. Follow the link provided below. ENSEMBLES * MUSIC 116: Improvisation in the Jazz Tradition
Fresno, CA · On-site
Demonstrated experience in Music Performance and Piano, including confident performance skills and ... the ability to model proper technique. * Background in Music Education, with experience designing ...
New
Fresno, CA · On-site
Demonstrated experience in Music Performance and Piano, including confident performance skills and ... the ability to model proper technique. * Background in Music Education, with experience designing ...
New
Lake Forest, CA · On-site
The teacher will prepare students for recitals or performances, provide constructive feedback, and ... Strong foundational knowledge in Music and Music Theory, with the ability to explain concepts ...
Lake Forest, CA · On-site
The teacher will prepare students for recitals or performances, provide constructive feedback, and ... Strong foundational knowledge in Music and Music Theory, with the ability to explain concepts ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Master's Degree in Music Education, Early Childhood Education, Music Performance, or a related field. * Desired languages - Armenian and Russian. * Experience working with young children. * Strong ...
Burbank, CA · On-site
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Master's Degree in Music Education, Early Childhood Education, Music Performance, or a related field. * Desired languages - Armenian and Russian. * Experience working with young children. * Strong ...
El Centro, CA · On-site
$10 - $20/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
El Centro, CA · On-site
$10 - $20/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Upland, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Upland, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
El Centro, CA · On-site
$10 - $20/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
El Centro, CA · On-site
$10 - $20/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Upland, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Upland, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
San Dimas, CA · On-site
$10 - $20/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
San Dimas, CA · On-site
$10 - $20/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Upland, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Upland, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Anaheim, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Anaheim, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Morgan Hill, CA · On-site
$15K/wk
Assisting with instruction, assessment, and logistics (concerts, performances, showcases, etc.) as determined by the band director. Job Responsibilities: * Facilitate student involvement in music ...
Morgan Hill, CA · On-site
$15K/wk
Assisting with instruction, assessment, and logistics (concerts, performances, showcases, etc.) as determined by the band director. Job Responsibilities: * Facilitate student involvement in music ...
Murrieta, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Murrieta, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Murrieta, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Murrieta, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Riverside, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Riverside, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
$10 - $20/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
$10 - $20/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Corona, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Corona, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Anaheim, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Anaheim, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
San Dimas, CA · On-site
$10 - $20/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
San Dimas, CA · On-site
$10 - $20/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Anaheim, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
Anaheim, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. * 2 years of music teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
$19.7K - $25.5K
1% of jobs
$25.5K - $31.2K
2% of jobs
$31.2K - $37K
5% of jobs
$37K - $42.7K
14% of jobs
$43.4K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$42.7K - $48.4K
24% of jobs
The median wage is $49.6K / yr.
$48.4K - $54.2K
18% of jobs
$58.7K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$54.2K - $59.9K
14% of jobs
$59.9K - $65.7K
9% of jobs
$65.7K - $71.4K
6% of jobs
$71.4K - $77.2K
2% of jobs
$77.2K - $82.9K
4% of jobs
$19.7K
$53.8K
$82.9K
A Music Performance job involves playing an instrument or singing before an audience, either live or in a recorded format. Musicians in this field may perform solo or as part of a group, such as an orchestra, band, or ensemble. These roles can exist in various settings, including concerts, theaters, recording studios, and even online platforms. Success in this career often requires technical skill, stage presence, and the ability to interpret and express music effectively. Many performers also engage in rehearsals, collaborations, and ongoing skill development to refine their craft.
To thrive in Music Performance, you need advanced musical proficiency with your instrument or voice, a solid understanding of music theory, and often formal training such as a degree or conservatory education. Familiarity with music notation software, audio recording equipment, and sometimes performance certifications can be important technical assets. Strong stage presence, collaboration, and adaptability are key soft skills that help performers engage audiences and work effectively with ensembles or production teams. Mastery of these skills ensures high-quality performances, professional growth, and the ability to meet the diverse demands of live or studio music settings.
Music performers often have varied schedules that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially when performing in concerts, theater productions, or gigs. In addition to performance times, rehearsals, recording sessions, and soundchecks are common parts of the weekly routine, sometimes requiring daytime or daytime availability as well. Balancing these commitments with ongoing personal practice time is essential for maintaining skill and preparedness. The dynamic nature of performance work means flexibility and strong time management are important for success and career longevity in this field.
The most popular types of Music Performance jobs in California are:
For Music Performance jobs in California, the most frequently searched job titles are:
The top searched job categories for Music Performance jobs in California are:
Cities in California with the most Music Performance job openings:
Berkeley, CA • On-site
$60 - $80/hr
Other
Posted 4 days ago
The Department of Music at the University of California, Berkeley, is generating an applicant pool of qualified temporary instructors to teach a range of performance courses in the Music Department.
Detailed descriptions of music performance courses offered are located in UC Berkeley's Course Catalog. Follow the link provided below.
ENSEMBLESIn addition to teaching responsibilities, general duties include office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus), and interacting with students outside of class time via email and/or bCourses. Some courses may require supervision of discussion sections taught by graduate students.
Please note: The use of a lecturer pool does not guarantee that an open position exists.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Individuals who may have had non-traditional career paths, may have taken time off for family reasons (e.g., children, disabled, or elderly), or have achieved excellence in careers outside academia (e.g., in professional or industry service) are encouraged to apply.
Master's degree (or international equivalent degree) or 3 years of professional experience.
