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A51M Enlisted Band Leader
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An Enlisted Band Leader serves as the senior enlisted leader of an official Navy band or another Navy music command, activity, or unit afloat or ashore. They supervise assigned personnel, direct daily band operations and management, and serve in designated senior leadership assignments.
Core Skills
- music unit leadership
- ensemble administration
- personnel supervision
- rehearsal management
- performance operations
- event coordination
- musician development
- resource management
- senior enlisted advising
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Anvil Studio
- Apple Final Cut Pro
- Apple MainStage
Civilian Career Paths
- Music and Entertainment
- Project Management
- Human Resources
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Career Growth
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
- Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP)
- Certified Venue Professional
What the Work Involves
- Use gestures to shape the music being played, communicating desired tempo, phrasing, tone, color, pitch, volume, and other performance aspects.
- Direct groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
- Study scores to learn the music in detail, and to develop interpretations.
- Apply elements of music theory to create musical and tonal structures, including harmonies and melodies.
- Consider such factors as ensemble size and abilities, availability of scores, and the need for musical variety, to select music to be performed.
Related Occupations
- Musicians and Singers
- Choreographers
- Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary
- Producers and Directors
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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