Collaborative Artist (Piano)

Bethune-Cookman University; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach invites applications for a full-time piano accompanist in the Department of Music. The successful candidate will accompany choral ensembles in rehearsals and performances and travel on weekends throughout Florida as part of the Concert Chorale schedule.

Duties include accompanying department recitals and providing vocal coaching to students. The role requires a strong classical piano technique, excellent sight-reading, and the ability to work with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in piano performance or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Experience accompanying collegiate-level or professional musicians is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accompanying daily ensemble rehearsals and performances; weekend travel for Concert Chorale schedule.
• Assist Choral Director in teaching and coaching vocalists.
• Provide vocal coaching to students during rehearsals and recitals.
• Accompany department recitals and supervise students on performance trips.

Skills

Classical piano

Sight-reading

Choral repertoire

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in piano performance or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Reporting Structure

Department of Music, College of Arts & Humanities

JOB SUMMARY

This full-time staff appointment is responsible for providing piano accompaniment for various department functions. The primary responsibility will be accompanying the choral ensembles in both rehearsals and performances. This component of the position requires regular weekend travel throughout Florida due to the Concert Chorale's extensive performance schedule. Duties may also include accompanying department performances and performing with students in weekly department recitals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Accompanying daily ensemble rehearsals and community performances
• Assisting Choral Director in teaching music to ensemble groups and soloists
• Traveling with the choral ensembles (Typical schedule includes approximately two engagements per month.)
• Assisting with administration of Choral activities and supervision of students on performance trips
• Providing vocal coaching to students
• Accompanying student performances on weekly department recitals (as faculty load allows)

MINIMUM EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Piano Performance, Accompanying, or related field; Master's degree preferred
• Record of successful experience in accompanying collegiate-level or professional musicians

QUALIFICATIONS

• Classical piano technique with ability to transfer that technique to accompany in a variety of styles including musical theater, jazz, and gospel
• Strong sight-reading skills with ability to learn repertoire quickly
• Familiarity with standard choral repertoire as well as all genres related to the African American experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, retaliation, marital status, religion or disability, or any other applicable local, state or federal regulation. Inquiries regarding provisions for persons with disabilities, equal employment opportunity and Title IX matters should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at 386-481-2049.

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