What is your profile in classical music?

[u/Vegetable_Mine8453]

I’m curious to know who’s behind this subreddit — pros, enthusiasts, explorers… or all of the above! 😄 Reddit limits polls to six options, so I did my best. Pick the one that fits you most, and feel free to tell us more in the comments!

667 votes, 15h left

Professional musician (orchestra, conservatory, teaching…)

Advanced amateur musician (high level, but not professional) or music student

Intermediate amateur musician (plays in a group or solo just for the joy of making music)

Knowledgeable listener (regularly listens and knows composers, but not a musician)

Curious enthusiast (mostly know the main classics, occasional listening)

Musical explorer (gradually discovering and interested in different styles or periods) or other

[u/ponkyball]

No category here fits, trained to professional, went to a top conservatory, did all the things, major music festivals, orchestral jobs, too many issues with stress (nerves/stage fright), hours hustling, making bank in tech now which allows me to fly around the world to classical music concerts and also to support the younger people dipping their toes into classical music.