Bass Voice Accompanist for Student Classes

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Berklee College of Music seeks student accompanists to support voice students across classes, providing piano accompaniment either solo or with a rhythm section. Weekly hours vary from a single class (about 2 hours) up to 15 hours per week, aligned with class schedules and stylistic strengths.

Applicants should have several years of formal piano study, excellent sight-reading, and experience accompanying vocalists in various settings.

Qualifications

• High level pianistic accompanist skill from formal lessons or performance.
• Excellent sight-reading skills on lead sheets and scores.
• Experience accompanying vocalists in solo or ensemble settings.
• Ability to follow guidance from classroom faculty.
• Sensitive to the needs of vocalists and instrumentalists in ensemble settings.

Responsibilities

• Help voice students prepare for careers in music by accompanying voice classes.
• Contribute to the classroom experience by modeling professional musical standards.

Skills

Willing to take direction

Sensitive to vocalists and ensemble

Supportive learning environment

Respect for diversity

Tools

Piano

Job description

Berklee College of Music seeks student accompanists to support voice students across classes, providing piano accompaniment either solo or with a rhythm section. Weekly hours vary from a single class (about 2 hours) up to 15 hours per week, aligned with class schedules and stylistic strengths.

Applicants should have several years of formal piano study, excellent sight-reading, and experience accompanying vocalists in various settings.