acompianist
What does an accompanist normally play?
Piano
are broadway pit musicians ever involved in writing / composing the music?
yes
why does the army band play at funerals?
to raise morale and honor those who passed
is music for a tv show made before or after the episode is animated?
after
is a (thater) actor's mic always turned on when they're on stage?
No, just when they are talking
What do accompanists do?
they play, in collaboration with other musicians/performers.
Is the job competitive?
Yes, it's an overcrowded industry and they are always looking for new, better musicians.
name three styles of music they play
jazz, pop, Latin, marches
how long does it take the animators to animate one episode of family guy?
7-8 months
in hamilton are ALL mics custom made?
Yes
How do they find jobs?
Most freelance, meaning they find their own work, specifically through networking and who you know.
On Broadway how many shows are performed in a week?
8
why is the band important when it comes to foriegn affairs?
they are the face / voice of our military and country , they reflect the mood of our country, help us connect despite language barriers and share our culture.
how much does an average studio musician make per hour?
$27
in hamilton what is special about the king’s mic?
It's in his crown
Name 3 gigs accompanist could play
they can be hired to play for vocalists, choirs/churches, theater rehearsals/auditions, operas, and recitals.
What barrier did the broadway show head over heel’s orchestra break?
They were the first Broadway show with a all female orchestra and band
what concept/ value is important when it comes to the military, and was stressed in the videos
trust
where is the recording studio for family guy?
hollywood
how many actors are mic-d in hamilton?
25
How much do they make per year (average)?
$43,000
how many jobs do broadway musicals provide in nyc
87,000
what is another name that the army band goes by?
Pershing's own
who is the composer of family guy
Walter Murphy
how much does a sound engineer make on average?
$83,000