Choral Piano Specialist for School Performances

Ann Arbor Public Schools; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ann Arbor Public Schools is seeking an experienced piano accompanist to provide skilled accompaniment for middle and high school choir classes, rehearsals, and performances. The role emphasizes accurate, expressive playing and collaboration with choir directors and students to support learning and performance readiness.

The successful candidate will read scores, accompany a variety of musical styles, and adapt to multiple campuses and events, including concerts, UIL activities, and recordings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced musical training preferred.
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency in piano/keyboard performance, including sight-reading.
• Ability to read scores and accompany choral parts from an open score.

Responsibilities

• Accompany middle and high school choir classes and rehearsals, providing accurate, consistent, and musically appropriate accompaniment
• Accompany school, community, and other assigned concerts, UIL events, contests, recordings, and performances
• Assist directors in preparing students for performances, contests, adjudicated events, and other musical engagements
• Provide accompaniment for select elementary choir rehearsals and performances; provide accompaniment for select band solo and ensemble rehearsals and contests as assigned; Lead sectional rehearsals when directed by the Choral Director
• Support student development of musical accuracy, confidence, rhythmic stability, and performance readiness
• Be available for assigned rehearsals, performances, and other choral engagements as required; Collaborate with directors to establish appropriate musical style, dynamics, tempo, phrasing, and interpretation
• Follow the direction of the conductor and adjust accompaniment appropriately during rehearsals and performances
• Listen attentively to student and ensemble performance and communicate concerns regarding musical accuracy or notes to the Choral Director
• Adapt accompaniment to the needs of different ensembles, soloists, musical styles, and performance settings
• Work effectively with students and collaborate professionally with other musicians and Fine Arts staff
• Work closely with choir directors, band directors, and campus staff to meet program and student needs
• Collaborate with directors to support student learning, achievement, and high-quality Fine Arts instruction
• Maintain professional and effective communication with students, staff, and administration
• Demonstrate flexibility in coordinating rehearsals, performances, and other responsibilities across multiple campuses and venues

Skills

Piano accompaniment

Sight-reading

Choral accompaniment

Score reading

Education

High school diploma

Advanced musical training

Tools

Piano

Organ

Electric piano

Job description

Ann Arbor Public Schools is seeking an experienced piano accompanist to provide skilled accompaniment for middle and high school choir classes, rehearsals, and performances. The role emphasizes accurate, expressive playing and collaboration with choir directors and students to support learning and performance readiness.

The successful candidate will read scores, accompany a variety of musical styles, and adapt to multiple campuses and events, including concerts, UIL activities, and recordings.