Collaborative Piano Accompanist - Opera & Voice

Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts (VCUarts) Department of Music seeks trained accompanists to join its collaborative piano program. The accompanist will support Opera Theatre rehearsals and performances, and assist with masterclasses, voice lessons, auditions, and juries, while contributing to a welcoming, inclusive learning environment.

Preference is given to candidates with experience in academic settings.

Qualifications

• Experience fostering respect, professionalism and civility with a diverse university population.
• Bachelor’s degree in collaborative piano or piano performance, or commensurate experience.
• Experience accompanying applied lessons from beginner to advanced levels.
• Experience accompanying in an academic setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide collaborative piano support in Opera Theatre, including all rehearsals and performances.

Skills

Collaborative piano

Diversity awareness

Professional conduct

Education

Bachelor’s degree in collaborative piano or piano performance

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts (VCUarts) Department of Music seeks trained accompanists to join its collaborative piano program. The accompanist will support Opera Theatre rehearsals and performances, and assist with masterclasses, voice lessons, auditions, and juries, while contributing to a welcoming, inclusive learning environment.

Preference is given to candidates with experience in academic settings.