Accompanist (Peabody Accompanying Program)

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University’s Peabody Institute seeks an Accompanist to provide musical accompaniment for students. You will accompany vocal and instrumental students during lessons, studio classes, and recitals, and you will sight-read and learn diverse repertoire across various styles.

Attend rehearsals with flexible hours and a strong collaborative spirit. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in piano performance or collaborative piano, with experience accompanying diverse instruments and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in piano performance or collaborative piano.
• Experience accompanying diverse instruments and vocalists.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Responsibilities

• Accompany vocal and instrumental students during lessons, studio classes, and recitals.
• Sight-read and quickly learn diverse repertoire across various styles and periods.
• Attend rehearsals as scheduled and maintain a flexible availability.

Skills

Sight-reading skills

Knowledge of standard repertoire

Interpersonal communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Piano Performance or collaborative piano

Job description

We are seeking an Accompanist who will provide musical accompaniment for the students at the Peabody Institute.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Accompany vocal and instrumental students during lessons, studio classes, and recitals.
• Sight-read and quickly learn diverse repertoire across various styles and periods.
• Attend rehearsals as scheduled and maintain a flexible availability.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional sight-reading skills and ability to learn music quickly.
• Strong knowledge of standard vocal and instrumental repertoire.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing schedules.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Piano Performance or collaborative piano.
• Experience in accompanying diverse instruments and vocalists.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Classified Title: Accompanist
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MA
Starting Salary Range: $25.00 - $50.00 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: variable, up to 987 hours per year
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Peabody Institute
Department name: Accompanist
Personnel area: Peabody