Accompanist II: On-Call Music Support for Classes

California State University, Long Beach; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 36,768 - 53,561; Part time

Job summary

A public university in California is looking for an Accompanist II—Hourly/Intermittent to provide accompaniment for classes, performances, and auditions. Candidates should have special training in music and sound abilities in one or more musical instruments. The position is classified as entry-level, requiring a background check and entails working in a creative environment where professional behavior is expected. The compensation ranges from $26.69 to $38.88 per hour.

Qualifications

• Special training or coursework that facilitates composing, improvising, and accompanying.
• Experience with choral groups and soloists, both instrumental and vocal, is required.
• Ability to sight-read music scores is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide accompaniment for classes and student performances.
• Accompany instrumental/choral ensemble performances and rehearsals.
• Accompany auditions and scholarship events.

Skills

Knowledge of fundamentals of harmony

Skill in playing one or more musical instruments

Ability to compose or improvise music

Ability to coach performing artists

Ability to transcribe music from recordings

Education

Special training or coursework in music

Job description

A public university in California is looking for an Accompanist II—Hourly/Intermittent to provide accompaniment for classes, performances, and auditions. Candidates should have special training in music and sound abilities in one or more musical instruments. The position is classified as entry-level, requiring a background check and entails working in a creative environment where professional behavior is expected. The compensation ranges from $26.69 to $38.88 per hour.