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How much do staff musician jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for staff musician in the United States is $64,055.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a staff musician?

Staff musicians are professional instrumentalists or vocalists who are employed by a particular organization, such as a recording studio, orchestra, theater, or broadcasting company. Their primary role is to perform music for recordings, live events, or broadcasts as required by their employer. Staff musicians are typically skilled in a range of musical styles and may be called upon to play different types of music depending on the needs of the organization. Their positions often provide more stability and regular work compared to freelance musicians.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a staff musician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Staff Musician, you need advanced musical proficiency, sight-reading ability, and typically a degree in music or related training. Familiarity with digital audio workstations, notation software, and live sound equipment is often required. Creativity, adaptability, and strong collaboration skills help musicians excel in diverse performance and studio settings. These skills ensure high-quality performances, seamless integration into various ensembles, and professional reliability in demanding musical environments.

How does a staff musician typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

As a Staff Musician, you'll frequently work alongside other departments such as production, sound engineering, and event coordination. Collaboration often involves participating in rehearsals, adapting musical pieces to fit specific events or themes, and ensuring your performances align with organizational goals. You'll also need strong communication skills to interpret creative direction from artistic leads and work cohesively with other musicians and technical staff. This cross-functional teamwork is vital for delivering seamless live performances and recordings.
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Infographic showing various Staff Musician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,055 per year, or $30.8 per hour.

Catholic Parish Musician.

Ladgov Corporation

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

Job title : Catholic Parish Musician.
Location : Kirtland Air Force Base Catholic Parish, 1950 2nd St SE, Albuquerque, NM 87116, United States
Schedule : Services on Sunday, rehearsals during the week.
Qualifications :
  • Be able to read music and have experience in a wide range of music to include the Roman Catholic style of liturgical music.
  • Be fully qualified on standard piano and electronic keyboard. In addition, experience or proficiency with other musical instruments is desirable.
  • Have two (2) years musical training, or possess six (6) years' experience as a musician in a Catholic Church or chapel setting.
  • Participate in a qualifying interview and be able to clearly express the details of basic Catholic liturgical worship.
Duties :
  • Ensure all music requirements are met.
  • Prepare and lead music for Protestant worship service during the agreed upon times with instrumental, choral, congregational, and musical presentations as required.
  • Set up and take down all equipment used to provide music for the Mass and practice sessions.
  • Maintain a professional working relationship with chapel staff, congregation, and other personnel to achieve duties as necessary.

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About LADGOV

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Ladgov Corporation is a Small business headquartered in Williamsburg, VA. We provide solutions to our clients in the U.S and around the globe. Ladgov’s Capabilities span from providing Public Health services in Biomedical Engineering, Bio-Pharmaceutical Research to IT & Cyber Security Solutions, Project Management, Data Analytics as well as Religious Services, Facility Management, Education Support services, and Infrastructure Management Services. LADGOV Corporation is dedicated to supporting its customers both in the private and federal space by fulfilling its commitment to each requirement and achieving exceptional results. Our staff uses modern cutting-edge technology to provide the best solutions to your mission needs. Satisfaction guaranteed!

Industry

Professional, scientific, and technical services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Williamsburg, VA, US

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