Bandmaster / Music Teacher

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Chatham (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hargrave Military Academy is seeking a Bandmaster / Music Teacher to lead and grow its instrumental program. You will direct marching and ceremonial bands, provide comprehensive music instruction, and recruit cadet musicians to participate across ensembles.

You will coordinate with the Academic Dean and Military Department to support military reviews, ceremonies, and campus events while maintaining discipline, leadership, and academic excellence inside a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music education, performance, conducting, or related field is required.
• Experience directing or performing in military-style bands is preferred.
• Knowledge of military reviews, ceremonies, and parades is required.
• Proficiency in teaching brass, woodwind, percussion, and drum major fundamentals.
• Strong leadership, scheduling, budgeting, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage Hargrave Military Academy's instrumental music program including marching and ceremonial bands.
• Provide classroom instruction in music, theory, and history for diverse skill levels.
• Recruit, develop, and retain cadet musicians and create opportunities for participation.
• Coordinate with Commandant and Military Department for musical support during reviews and ceremonies.
• Establish rehearsal schedules balancing academic, military, and campus-life commitments.
• Coordinate performances with campus and off-campus stakeholders and events.
• Collaborate with Chaplain for chapel music support and faith-based events.
• Lead chapel band, pep band, choir, and other ensembles as needed.
• Prepare cadets for major events and manage inventory, equipment, and budget for the program.
• Plan travel and logistics for off-campus performances; ensure supervision and policy compliance.

Skills

Music leadership

Band management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Public relations

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in music education, music performance, conducting, or related field

Job description

• Location 200 Military Drive,Chatham, VA, 24531,United States
• Base Pay $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type Full Time Exempt
• Manage Others No

Contact information

Description

Position Title: Bandmaster / Music Teacher

Reports to: Academic Dean

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

To direct and manage Hargrave Military Academy's instrumental music program, including the marching and ceremonial bands and the Pipe and Drum Corps.

To provide classroom instruction in music from beginner through advanced levels for both musicians and non-musicians, including music appreciation, music theory, and music history as appropriate.

To teach additional courses within the Bandmaster's areas of academic expertise as assigned by the Academic Dean.

To develop cadets through music by emphasizing discipline, teamwork, confidence, leadership, responsibility, character, and academic excellence in alignment with the Academy's mission and values.

To recruit, develop, and retain cadet musicians and create opportunities for students of varying skill levels to participate successfully in the music program.

To coordinate closely with the Commandant and Military Department to provide musical support for military reviews, parades, Corps formations, ceremonies, and other Academy traditions.

To establish and coordinate rehearsal schedules that support academic, military, athletic, and campus-life commitments.

To coordinate on-campus and off-campus performances with appropriate Academy stakeholders and the school calendar, including regional parades, festivals, Highland Games, and other annual events.

To coordinate with the Chaplain to provide appropriate musical support for chapel services and special faith-based events.

As scheduling and program needs permit, to provide leadership or support for chapel band, pep band, choir, and other musical ensembles.

To prepare cadets and ensembles for major Academy events, family and academic programs, athletic events, military ceremonies, community appearances, and other performances as assigned.

To maintain accountability for instruments, music, uniforms, and related support equipment, ensuring proper inventory, storage, care, and distribution.

To identify equipment and program needs; coordinate repairs, replacements, and purchases; and maintain the music library and other program resources.

To develop and manage the music program budget, including equipment, repairs, uniforms, supplies, transportation, and travel needs such as charter bus expenses.

To plan and coordinate travel and logistical requirements for off-campus performances and events, ensuring appropriate supervision and adherence to Academy policies.

To maintain a structured, safe, and disciplined learning environment and enforce Academy expectations and the Cadet Code of Conduct.

To serve as an active member of campus life through advising, mentoring, and supporting cadets beyond the classroom and rehearsal setting.

To collaborate effectively with Academics, the Military Department, Athletics, the Chaplain, Campus Life, and other departments to advance the goals of the Academy.

To perform other duties as assigned by the Academic Dean, Commandant, or Assistant Head of School and to support the Academy and its leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in music education, music performance, conducting, or a closely related field

Experience directing or performing in a military-style marching, ceremonial, or concert band; experience as a military musician is strongly preferred.

Retired military officer or NCO musician preferred

Demonstrated knowledge of military reviews, formations, parades, ceremonies, and associated musical protocols is required.

Proficiency in teaching brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments, as well as drum major fundamentals and rudiments.

Strong leadership, classroom management, organizational, scheduling, budgeting, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work flexible and occasionally irregular hours, travel for performances and events, and work in both indoor and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions.

Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Required Qualifications

All employees must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening prior to their first day of employment.