Hello, I was curious as to what the future looks like for a Euphonium Player.
A little about me, I am a Junior in High School, and I just recently found out that I have made All-State in Florida for the second year in a row. I figured now is a premiere time to be looking at things such as colleges and degrees, so I was curious, as many people on here are professionals, what opportunities are for Euphonium players. I would like to attend Florida State, regardless of degree, but I understand that they have a very strong music program.
What do you think the chances of making it by playing Euphonium are? I don't aspire to be a teacher, I would really like to perform. From what I understand, the only real full-time job performing Euphonium in the US is military bands. I would love to do so, but how competitive/difficult is it to get in? How is the experience? How is the pay? How often do you travel? How secure is your job? Is there anybody on here that has perhaps been through the entire military band career that could explain how tough it was to get in, their enjoyment, and if they think I have chances of making it?
Thanks ahead of time for your responses!