Accompanist (Musical Theater), Part-Time

Rider University; Lawrence Township (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time Accompanist for Musical Theater to join their vibrant community. This role involves accompanying lessons and rehearsals, preparing students for auditions, and engaging with a diverse group of singers. The ideal candidate will possess excellent sight-reading skills and the ability to work across various musical styles. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a supportive and inclusive environment while fostering the growth of aspiring musicians. If you are passionate about music and education, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience as a rehearsal or classroom accompanist in Musical Theater required.
• Excellent sight-reading skills and ability to work with diverse music.

Responsibilities

• Accompany lessons and rehearse with assigned singers for performances.
• Work with students in preparation for auditions and juries.

Skills

Sight-reading skills

Transposition of music

Composing music

Improvising music

Transcribing music from recordings

Sensitivity in working with diverse music styles

Collegial relationship building

Engagement with students

Education

Master’s degree in piano or collaborative piano

Job description

Accompanist (Musical Theater), Part-Time

Pay Competitive

Location: Lawrence/New Jersey

Employment type: Part-Time

Job Description

Req#: 8652

Requisition Number

23M305068

Position Title

Accompanist (Musical Theater), Part-Time

Position Description

Accompany in lessons and have weekly rehearsals with assigned singers. Work with them in preparation for juries, auditions, and performances. Must be available for Studio Class (masterclass by faculty) on Tuesday/Thursday morning and/or Friday afternoon. Possible additional opportunities to play for classes, productions, and Continuing Education courses.

Position Requirements

• Previous experience as a rehearsal or classroom accompanist in Musical Theater required.
• Demonstrated excellent sight-reading skills needed. Transposition of music; composing or improvising music; and transcribing music from recordings are plus.
• Demonstrated proficiency and sensitivity in working on different styles and periods of music, composers, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate appropriate, collegial relationships with faculty, students, and staff.
• Demonstrated experience/ability to be attentive and engaged while working with students, and able to accommodate students’ diversity, supporting equity.

Position Preferred Qualifications/Experience

• Master’s degree in piano or collaborative piano preferred.

About Rider University

The Rider University community is composed of faculty, staff and students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds. Rider University is committed to fostering an inclusive, vibrant living and learning community that embraces students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds and enables them to achieve success. Through reflection and open, respectful dialogue, we develop responsible citizens who demonstrate academic understanding and compassion to grow and serve as leaders in a diverse and global world. Candidates with a demonstrated commitment supportive of the multicultural needs of Rider University and the surrounding community are highly desired. Rider University is consistently ranked as a best college by U.S. News and World Report, The Wall Street Journal and The Princeton Review. For more than a decade, Rider has also been recognized in The Princeton Review’s Guide to Green Colleges for its sustainability efforts. Rider University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity.

Location

Lawrenceville, NJ

Divisional Unit

Academic Affairs

Department

College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)

Position Type

Part-Time

Employment Group

Non-Bargaining

Special Instructions to Applicants

The completion of a background check is required for all new hires.

About the company

Rider University is a private university in Lawrence Township, New Jersey.