Instrumental Learning Team Tutor (Cello)

Music Mark; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Opera North seeks an enthusiastic Instrumental Learning Team Tutor (Cello) to enhance its Young Musicians Studio. The role involves delivering group tuition, making the cello accessible to diverse learners, and fostering an engaging musical environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong pedagogical knowledge and a passion for nurturing young talent.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cellist and tutor.
• Understanding of musical pedagogy for instrumental learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging group music tuition to young musicians.
• Facilitate learning for beginners to advanced levels.

Skills

Understanding of cello pedagogy

Knowledge of cello repertoire

Education

Professional experience as a cellist

Job description

Committed to producing high quality work that informs, excites and entertains, Opera North is looking for an experienced and well-motivated individual to fill the role of Instrumental Learning Team Tutor (Cello).

About Opera North

Opera North is England’s national opera company in the north and a leading European arts organisation. Based in Leeds, the company is committed to producing work of the highest quality that excites, challenges and entertains. We tour throughout the north of England, and also nationally and internationally. Acclaimed for its imaginative programming and innovative productions on the main stage, Opera North also programmes its own venue, the Howard Assembly Room, with an enormous diversity of activity.

Role Overview

The Opera North Young Musicians Studio delivers a year-round Saturday programme of high-quality and engaging group music tuition.

The successful candidate will have proven experience of working professionally as a cellist and tutor, with an understanding of cello and musical pedagogy related to instrumental learning from beginner to advanced levels. Knowledge of cello repertoire suitable for children and young people in various contexts is essential.

Application Process

For an application pack, please visit the Hireful website. To apply, send a CV via the website. For assistance with your application or to request adjustments, contact Naomi Reilly Robinson at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunities

We create music and opera for everyone and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are particularly interested in hearing from applicants of the global majority and/or those who are disabled, as part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion. We will accommodate any access requirements for the successful candidate.