I'm A Trumpet Player and am looking becoming a Cruise Ship Musician. Does anyone have any advice?

Question

I've been working on my reading and also am doing more work on improv and Jazz etc. I'm just looking for some hints and tips and on this kind of work. Thanks everyone.

Answer 1

Get good at reading charts. Lots of those gigs are combos that are assembled for the cruise, without a lot of rehearsal.

Play with lots of groups, keep practicing. When you've got your chops, contact agencies that book cruises and parties.