Singers may choose to specialize in a particular vocal style like jazz or opera, while others perform in a variety of styles. Some singers become background singers supporting a lead singer. Opera singers act out a story by singing and may perform in different languages. Sometimes singers write their own music to perform and record. They may also choose to teach in which case, a bachelor’s degree and teaching license is usually required. Singers work a variety of hours but usually includes a lot of weekends and nights. They also spend numerous hours rehearsing and usually only have intermittent work.
