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A musician is someone who , , or performs . According to the United States Employment Service, "musician" is a general used to designate a person who follows music as a . Musicians include , who write both and for ; conductors, who direct a musical performance; and performers, who perform for an audience. A music performer is generally either a (also known as a vocalist), who provides vocals, or an instrumentalist, who plays a musical instrument. Musicians may perform on their own or as part of a .

Musicians may specialize in a , although many perform across a variety of styles and often blend or cross genres. Their musical output is influenced by a range of factors, including culture, skill set, life experience, education, and creative preferences. A musician who records and is often referred to as a recording artist; while a musician who primarily writes and records , media , and scores—including for , , and video games—or is usually called a . A , while not a musician outright, may themselves be a musician. A , by way of gestures, leads and provides live direction for, or conducts, an ensemble, typically an orchestra or choral group.


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Composer
A composer is a musician who creates musical compositions. The title is principally used for those who write or . Those who write the music for may be called . Those who mainly write the words for songs may be referred to as .


Conductor
A conductor directs a musical performance; conducting has been defined as "the art of directing the simultaneous performance of several players or singers by the use of gesture". The conductor stands on a raised podium and communicates with the musicians through hand gestures or eye contact.


Performer
Examples of performers include, but are not limited to, instrumentalists and singers who perform for an audience. A musician can perform as a or as a part of an ensemble (e.g. an , a or a pop group).


Producer
A music producer plays a crucial role in shaping the sound of an album or song, overseeing the recording process, and guiding the overall creative direction. They often collaborate closely with artists, musicians, sound engineers, and other industry professionals.


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