In the last post, we observed that before you enroll in a music degree/major, you should have a fairly good idea of specifically which field(s) within music you might realistically see yourself thriving in. So let's dive in—we'll start with considering a career in performance. Practical considerations Let's be realistic here. Classical music has faced a sad decline in popularity, especially in the States. Don't get me wrong, I'm not pessimistic about its survival. I think there will always be those who love … [Read more...] about Should I Get a Degree in Music? (Part 2): Performance