Knowledge

musical theory

Q: Which occupations require musical theory?

musical theory is essential for musical conductor, music director, disc jockey, sound editor, music arranger and 7 more occupations.

The body of interrelated concepts that constitutes the theoretical background of music.

Alternative Names

musical philosophymusic theorymusical sciencemusical principles

Essential for these occupations

musical theory is listed as an essential skill for 12 occupation(s).

musical conductor music director disc jockey sound editor music arranger music teacher secondary school music producer music instructor choirmaster/choirmistress répétiteur lyricist music teacher

Optional for these occupations

musical theory is a useful but optional skill for 7 occupation(s).

primary school teacher sound mastering engineer singer performing arts school dance instructor journalist musician critic

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Quick Facts

TypeKnowledge

ClassificationESCO

DigitalNo

GreenNo

Essential for12 occupations

Optional for7 occupations

Total occupations19

Alt names4

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