job description
Got a powerful set of pipes? Becoming an Opera Singer requires a lot of natural singing talent. Next comes years of training. It also helps to know a foreign language, as many operas are sung in French, Italian, or German. Once you determine a focus of study, you’ll work with a vocal teacher until you’re ready to take the stage and hold audiences in awe for hours on end in some of the most exquisite theaters on earth. Thousands of hours of practice and dedication could lead to international fame, your own albums, or even a statue sculpted in your honor.
education requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s in Music
average salary
$300 to $1,000 per performance in smaller companies, with potential to earn as much as $75K+ per year


