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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for woodwind in the United States is $17.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Woodwind vs Brass Instrument Specialist?

AspectWoodwindBrass Instrument Specialist
Required CredentialsMusic degree, certification in woodwind instrumentsMusic degree, certification in brass instruments
Work EnvironmentOrchestras, bands, music storesOrchestras, bands, music stores
Industry UsagePerformers, educators, repair techniciansPerformers, educators, repair technicians

Both Woodwind and Brass Instrument Specialists require similar credentials and often work in similar environments such as orchestras and music stores. The main difference lies in the type of instruments they focus on: woodwind specialists handle flutes, clarinets, and oboes, while brass specialists work with trumpets, trombones, and horns. Understanding these distinctions helps musicians and employers find the right expertise for performance, teaching, or repair needs.

What are woodwind instruments?

Woodwind instruments are a family of musical instruments that produce sound when a player blows air through or across an opening, causing air to vibrate within a tube. Common examples include the flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, and saxophone. These instruments can be made from wood, metal, or other materials, and they are known for their rich and varied tones. Woodwinds are commonly used in orchestras, bands, and a variety of musical genres.

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

To thrive as a Woodwind Musician, you need strong musical proficiency, sight-reading ability, and typically a degree in music or relevant performance experience. Familiarity with music notation software, digital audio workstations, and various woodwind instruments is often required. Excellent discipline, creativity, and collaboration skills help musicians excel in both solo and ensemble settings. These skills ensure high-quality performances, adaptability across musical genres, and effective teamwork with other musicians.

What are some common challenges woodwind players face when collaborating in an ensemble setting?

Woodwind players in ensembles often encounter challenges such as blending their sound with other instruments, maintaining precise intonation, and adjusting dynamics to match the group's overall balance. Effective communication and attentive listening are essential, as woodwinds may have intricate passages or solos that require coordination with the conductor and other sections. Additionally, managing reed maintenance and quick instrument changes during performances can add to the complexity of the role.
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Infographic showing various Woodwind job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, 32% Part Time, 5% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,000 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

APTPUO - Automne/Fall 2026 & Hiver/Winter 2027 - MUS3911 1&2 A: Ensemble de vents / Woodwind Ense...

Uottawa

Campus, IL

$87.76/day

Part-time

PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Posting Reason:

New Position

Location:

Main Campus

Academic Period:

2026 Fall - Winter 2027

Faculty:

Faculte des arts / Faculty of Arts

Academic Unit:

Ecole de musique \\ School of Music

Course Title:

Ensemble de vents (Partie 1 de 2) / Woodwind Ensemble (Part 1 of 2)

Course Code:

MUS 3911 1&2

Section:

A

Course Description:

Participation durant une annee universitaire a un ensemble de vents. / Participation throughout the academic year in a woodwind ensemble.
MUS39111 & MUS39112 A
Cours sur l'annee / Year long course
Mode d'enseignement : en presentiel / Delivery Mode: in person

Posting limited to:

Professeur a temps-partiel regulier / Regular Part-Time Professor

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/06/29

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/07/30

Expected Enrolment:

30

Approval date:

2026/06/29

Number of credits:

3

Work Hours:

36

Hourly Rate:

Cours d'instruments de musique / Applied Music: $87.76 (2024-2025)

The academic year starts on September 1 and ends on August 31.

These rates do not included vacation pay nor statutory pay.

These rates will be applied until a new collective agreement is ratified. Retro will be paid after the ratification.

Course type:

D

Posting type:

Regulier / Regular

Language of instruction:

Anglais | English, Francais | French

Competence in second language:

Active

Course Schedule:

Lundi | Monday 10:00-11:30 - -

Requirements:

Maitrise en musique ou l'equivalent; experience professionnelle comme interprete d'un instrument a vent; vaste experience dans l'enseignement d'ensembles de vents; experience dans l'enseignement au niveau universitaire. / Master's degree in music or equivalent; professional experience in performance as a wind musician and coaching woodwind ensembles; experience teaching at the university level.

Additional Information and/or Comments:

An acceptable level of education and/or experience could be viewed as being equivalent to the educational required and/or demonstrated experience. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any adaptive measures you might require. Information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence. Employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training. The list of training may be modified by provincial law.

The hiring process will be governed by the current APTPUO collective agreements; you can click here for the main unit, here for the OLBI unit, or here for the Toronto/Windsor unit to find out more.

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