Choral Piano Collaborator (Part-Time)

Fresno Pacific University; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Fresno Pacific University’s Music Program seeks a part-time Piano Accompanist to support choral rehearsals, private studio instruction, juries, recitals, auditions, and program events.

The role requires strong sight-reading, experience accompanying ensembles, and the ability to work with students of varying skill levels, while upholding the university’s Christian mission. Availability for daytime, evening, and some weekend rehearsals is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in piano performance and collaborative accompaniment.
• Strong sight-reading skills and ability to learn repertoire quickly.
• Experience accompanying singers, choirs, instrumentalists, or other ensembles in rehearsal and performance settings.
• Ability to work effectively with students of varying skill levels.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to support and uphold the mission and values of a Christian university.
• Availability for daytime, evening, and occasional weekend rehearsals or performances.
• Ability to travel locally for performances and music program events.

Responsibilities

• Accompany university choir rehearsals, sectionals, concerts, tours, and special performances.
• Collaborate with music faculty in preparing repertoire for performance.
• Assist with musical preparation and rehearsal support as requested.
• Provide accompaniment for auditions and recruitment events.
• Accompany students during private lessons, studio classes, juries, examinations, and performance assessments as assigned.
• Provide accompaniment for voice and instrumental students in preparation for recitals and other public performances.
• Collaborate with faculty and students to support artistic and educational outcomes.
• Accompany student, faculty, and guest recitals as assigned.
• Support departmental concerts, convocations, Spiritual Formation services, commencement ceremonies, and special university events.
• Participate in music program outreach and recruitment activities as needed.
• Assist with local travel for performances, tours, festivals, and community engagement events.

Skills

Piano performance

Sight-reading

Accompaniment experience

Student instruction

Interpersonal skills

Mission alignment

Availability for rehearsals

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Music

Job description

Fresno Pacific University’s Music Program seeks a part-time Piano Accompanist to support choral rehearsals, private studio instruction, juries, recitals, auditions, and program events.

The role requires strong sight-reading, experience accompanying ensembles, and the ability to work with students of varying skill levels, while upholding the university’s Christian mission. Availability for daytime, evening, and some weekend rehearsals is essential.