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Musician / Music Producer

Write, perform and produce music. Make the sound of the next generation.

CreatorLeader
Years of study
4
degree or diploma
Starting pay
Varies
gigs, royalties, production
Demand
Competitive
more graduates than jobs
Typical entry
C+
KCSE mean grade

A day in the life

  • 10:00Studio session with an artist.
  • 13:00Mix and master a track.
  • 16:00Rehearse for a gig.
  • 20:00Perform live.

Is it for you?

  • Best for Creators

    Pure creativity, shared with an audience.

  • With a Leader side

    You'll be the one persuading people and making the calls.

  • Worth knowing

    Most musicians mix performing, teaching and producing.

Your path to becoming a Musician

Based on the KCSE (8-4-4) route.

  1. 1 Now · Form 2–4

    Focus on these subjects

    MusicEnglishComputer StudiesBusiness Studies
  2. 2 KCSE

    Aim for C+ overall

    B or better in Music, if offered. Apply through KUCCPS after your results.

  3. 3 Study · 4 years

    Bachelor of Music / Music Technology

    Offered at Kenyatta, Moi, Maseno, Kenya Conservatoire of Music and more.

  4. 4 After · Ongoing

    Release your work

    Build an audience online and register with a rights body to earn royalties.

Pay and entry grades are indicative and change yearly. Confirm on the KUCCPS portal and with your school's career teacher.

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