Accompanist I: Musical Support for Performances

California State University, Chico; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton invites applications for an Accompanist I in the School of Music. This temporary, intermittent position supports instructional courses, rehearsals, auditions, juries, and performances in a teaching environment.

The ideal candidate will read scores, accompany vocalists or instrumentalists, and collaborate with faculty and students. The role is hourly, non-benefits, with a maximum of 1,000 hours per year, and ends by June 30, 2027, with potential renewal.

Qualifications

• Experience accompanying choral groups and soloists.
• Knowledge of harmony fundamentals.
• Skill in playing one or more musical instruments as an accompanist.
• Ability to select appropriate dance music.
• Ability to compose or improvise music and transcribe from recordings.
• Background check required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of music theory and harmonic structure.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide musical accompaniment for instructional courses, rehearsals, auditions, juries and performances.
• Perform primarily from written scores and support faculty and students in academic and performance settings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accompaniment

Music theory

Sight-reading

Instrument playing

Job description

California State University, Fullerton invites applications for an Accompanist I in the School of Music. This temporary, intermittent position supports instructional courses, rehearsals, auditions, juries, and performances in a teaching environment.

The ideal candidate will read scores, accompany vocalists or instrumentalists, and collaborate with faculty and students. The role is hourly, non-benefits, with a maximum of 1,000 hours per year, and ends by June 30, 2027, with potential renewal.