Collaborative Pianist for Opera & Vocal Ensembles

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Colorado State University’s School of Music, Theatre, and Dance seeks a music instructor to provide collaborative piano support to ensembles, instrumental majors, and vocal majors. The position may be full-time, part-time, or temporary, with duties across rehearsals, performances, and class prep.

Applicants are added to the pool list throughout the calendar year. Hiring decisions are made for fall, spring, and summer terms as indicated in the posting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Piano Performance or Collaborative Piano with at least 5 years of accompanying experience.
• Master’s in Piano Performance preferred with significant accompanying experience.
• Experience accompanying opera rehearsals and vocal/instrumental ensembles.

Responsibilities

• Rehearse and perform with students for lessons, performances, studio classes, master classes, competitions, and juries.
• Accompany opera rehearsals and performances.
• Accompany daily vocal ensemble rehearsals and performances.
• Accompany for Freshman Voice Class.
• Accompany for auditions as requested.

Skills

Accompanying experience

Collaborative piano

Ensemble rehearsal

Education

Bachelor's in Piano Performance / Collaborative Piano

Master’s in Piano Performance (preferred)

Job description

Colorado State University’s School of Music, Theatre, and Dance seeks a music instructor to provide collaborative piano support to ensembles, instrumental majors, and vocal majors. The position may be full-time, part-time, or temporary, with duties across rehearsals, performances, and class prep.

Applicants are added to the pool list throughout the calendar year. Hiring decisions are made for fall, spring, and summer terms as indicated in the posting.