Adjunct Instructor in Music - Commercial Music (Voice)

Union University; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Union University seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Music - Commercial Music (Voice) to teach applied voice courses for Music Education, Commercial Music, and Worship Leadership on the Jackson campus.

The successful candidate will train students in belt singing, studio vocal techniques, and various styles (Classical, Commercial, Gospel, Jazz, Contemporary Worship). Opportunities to coach ensembles and supervise student recitals are available.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Vocal Performance, Commercial Voice, or equivalent.
• Ability to teach undergraduate-level voice and supervise recitals.
• Commercial singing experience in studio contexts.
• Live professional performance in commercial and classical genres.
• Ability to accompany students on piano from written music and charts/Nashville Numbers.

Responsibilities

• Teach primary and secondary applied voice for Music Education, Commercial Music, and Worship Leadership.
• Apply coaching for vocal ensembles and supervise student recitals.
• Perform in Faculty Concerts and University ensembles as directed.
• Provide supervision for Junior and Senior Recitals and Projects.
• Additional duties may be assigned based on department needs.

Skills

Vocal performance

Vocal pedagogy

Team leadership

Live performance

Studio recording

Education

Master's degree in Vocal Performance/Commercial Voice

DMA or Ph.D. in Vocal Performance (preferred)

Tools

Piano accompaniment from written music

Nashville Numbers

Job description

Adjunct Instructor in Music - Commercial Music (Voice)

Position Title Adjunct Instructor in Music - Commercial Music (Voice)

Division

Division College of Arts & Sciences (DIV)

Department

Department Music

Location

Location Jackson

Job Summary

Union University seeks a qualified individual for the position of Adjunct Instructor in Music - Commercial Music (Voice).Union University is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.

About Union University

Founded in 1823, Union University is a private, coeducational liberal arts-based university offering bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, with a total enrollment of about 2,600. The main campus is located in Jackson, Tenn., with additional campuses in Memphis and Hendersonville. A national leader among colleges and universities in promoting a Christian worldview and a Christ-centered approach to education, Union is consistently ranked among the nation’s premier Christian universities.

Teaching responsibilities include primary and secondary applied voice for students in Music Education, Commercial Music, and Worship Leadership. Applied lessons for minors and elective voice students. Additional teaching opportunities may include commercial vocal techniques, commercial vocal styles pedagogy, recording studio singing techniques, and vocal improvisation techniques. This position requires the ability to perform and teach various styles including Classical, Commercial, Gospel, Jazz, Musical Theatre, and Contemporary Worship music. The candidate should demonstrate ability in teaching and modeling belt singing technique. The ability to accompany students on piano from written music and charts/Nashville numbers is desired. Opportunities to provide coaching, direction, and supervision for vocal ensembles may be available. Perform in Faculty Concerts and University ensembles as directed. Supervise Student Junior and Senior Recitals and Projects in voice. Other courses and additional duties may be assigned predicated on the interests, qualifications, and experiences of the applicant as well as on the departmental needs.

Additional responsibilities encompass service to the department, university, and community along with appropriate scholarly activities.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in Vocal Performance, Commercial Voice, Vocal Jazz, or equivalent.
• Skill, ability, and stylistic adaptability to instruct students pursuing vocal studies in various degree tracks, including Vocal Performance, Vocal Music Education, Worship Leadership, and Commercial Music.
• Commercial singing experience in studio recording contexts.
• Live professional performance experience in commercial-based genres as well as classical solo vocal performance.
• Ability to work in a team leadership setting, strong collaborative skills, and experience teaching undergraduate-level group and private voice.
• Demonstrate ability in teaching and modeling belt singing technique.

Preferred Qualifications

• DMA or Ph.D. in Vocal Performance, Commercial Voice, Vocal Jazz, or equivalent
• Extensive studio recording and commercial performance credits
• Demonstrated solo and choral performance experience in multiple styles, including Classical, Gospel, Jazz, Commercial styles, and contemporary Worship
• University-level teaching experience in applied voice, vocal techniques, and pedagogy
• Ability to accompany students on piano from written music and charts/Nashville Numbers
• Ability to teach Music Theory and musicianship/aural skills courses a plus.

The work performed by this position is of a general office/administrative/teaching nature. It requires the ability to operate a computer, and communicate on the telephone and in writing. Work performed does require some walking on campus, extended periods of time sitting, and some daily instances of bending, stooping, and carrying items up to 25 pounds.