Comments on: Playing Music on Cruise Ships: Know Before You Go

By: MajoringInMusic

MajoringInMusic — Fri, 26 Jun 2020 20:46:10 +0000

In reply to Will. There are entertainment agencies that specialize in helping cruise ship musicians and other entertainers find work. With the changes in the cruising industry brought on by the pandemic, it’s hard to know how this will be handled in the near future, although some of these agencies say they’re still reviewing applications and preparing to hire performers as soon they can. You can learn more by checking the websites of cruise lines directly since some have their own in-house entertainment directors; also try googling "cruise ship entertainment agencies.”

By: Will

Will — Fri, 26 Jun 2020 06:45:35 +0000

What type of agency is he talking about?

By: MajoringInMusic

MajoringInMusic — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 02:49:39 +0000

In reply to Gary. Thank you for the great suggestions!

By: Gary

Gary — Sat, 12 Nov 2016 18:10:59 +0000

Outstanding advice. Cameron has succinctly covered all of the must-know facts about working as a cruise ship musician. I would add to try and get in touch with the bandmaster/musical director (MD) prior to departing. That way you can find out about ship-specific things (do you need suits, tuxedo, all black, regs on open-toed shoes for women etc.) You can also find out if any performance prep resources are available like digital copies of production show music or recorded track stored in a drop box account. Emailing the ship’s MD ahead of time may also help you make better packing decisions.
– G. Beamon, Lead Trumpet, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line