This article explores the potential barriers for emerging composers to constructing and maintaining a career in the field of composition in Scotland, viewed through the lens of both those early in their careers and the experience of others who have worked professionally for many years. Thirty-nine composers responded to a survey that highlighted the role of educational mentoring, the need for monetary stability and the challenges faced by female and older emerging composers. The professional lives of current Scottish composers have been seldom studied, and the purpose of this investigation is to explore, inform and provide suggestions for future consideration.

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职业挑战：探索苏格兰新兴作曲家面临的潜在障碍


本文探讨了新兴作曲家在苏格兰建立和维持作曲事业的潜在障碍，从他们职业生涯早期的人和其他专业工作多年的人的经验的角度来看。39 位作曲家对一项调查做出了回应，该调查强调了教育指导的作用、货币稳定的必要性以及女性和年长新兴作曲家面临的挑战。很少研究当今苏格兰作曲家的职业生涯，这项调查的目的是探索、告知并提供建议以供将来考虑。