Keep The Music Alive

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused massive disruptions in almost every industry worldwide. The music industry, in particular, has been severely affected, with many professional musicians struggling to find regular work since the pandemic. According to recent statistics, around 83% of professional musicians are currently facing financial instability and are unable to secure regular work. This has led some musicians to give up their music careers in search of more stable 9-5 jobs, unfortunately having to give up on their music dreams to survive.

In this blog post, we will explore the challenges facing professional musicians during the pandemic, the psychological and emotional toll on them, what it takes to truly succeed in today’s world, and the importance of supporting them during these difficult times.

The Challenges Facing Professional Musicians

Professional musicians have been hit hard by the pandemic, as their income largely relies on live performances, tours, and music sales. The cancellation of live performances and tours has left many musicians without work for months on end, and with no clear indication of when things will get back to normal, the future looks bleak. Additionally, with the closure of music venues and restrictions on public gatherings, musicians have been unable to connect with their fans and showcase their talents.Another challenge facing professional musicians is the decrease in music sales and streaming revenue. With people staying at home and the closure of physical music stores, the demand for physical music has declined, and musicians are not generating as much revenue from music sales as they did before. Even though the demand for music streaming has increased, the revenue generated from streaming is not sufficient for most musicians to sustain their livelihoods.

Inability to monetize digital performances and events is yet another challenge facing professional musicians. While some musicians have resorted to performing live online, monetizing these performances has been difficult due to the abundance of free content on the internet. Additionally, with so many musicians performing online, the competition has increased, making it even harder to build a credible online presence, stand out from the crowd, and access more students and job opportunities.

The Psychological and Emotional Toll on Professional Musicians

The financial instability caused by the pandemic has taken a psychological and emotional toll on many professional musicians. The stress and anxiety related to financial instability have made it difficult for musicians to focus on their craft and have affected their mental health. Many musicians have lost their sense of purpose and identity, and the uncertainty of the future has made it challenging to plan for the long term.

The impact on mental health has been significant, with musicians reporting symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress. The pandemic has forced many musicians to isolate themselves, leading to feelings of loneliness and isolation. The inability to connect with teachers, students and fellow musicians has also affected their mental health, as music is often a collaborative process that involves connecting with others and working on projects together.

What It Takes to Succeed

In a world where these challenges stand as obstacles in the path of musicians’ dreams and careers, it takes adaptability and flexibility to succeed.

The musicians that have adapted to a new way of working and conducting their business operations are the ones that have the highest potential to succeed. At KALOS, we offer musicians the opportunity to embrace new forms of digital performance, such as teaching classes online, live streaming, promoting their courses through social media marketing, building a credible online presence, and so on. These new avenues allow musicians to expand their network and continue to teach students from all over the world.

KALOS also offers musicians the opportunity to generate income in other ways, such as by selling their services or by promoting other musicians’ courses and programmes. In addition, KALOS gives musicians a holistic community where they can collaborate with one another, embark on new projects together, and support one another through these difficult times.

Join KALOS today!

If you have been struggling to stay afloat in the music industry due to the pandemic, there is a space for you in KALOS. Reach out to us and let’s discuss how we can get you started with your very own programmes, a credible online presence, and a network of students and job opportunities.