Dance Accompanist - Ballet & Modern Improvisation

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boston Conservatory at Berklee Dance Division seeks skilled percussionists for modern/contemporary dance technique classes and skilled pianists for ballet technique classes. Candidates should indicate preferred styles and instruments in the cover letter. Potential hours include M/T/R/F mornings, with occasional Wednesday or afternoon availability and possible subbing through spring. The standard hourly rate is $40.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Advanced technique and strong musicality on piano or percussion.
• Ability to improvise to support dance movements.
• Excellent tempo and meter adaptation on request.
• Strong communication with instructor.

Responsibilities

• Accompany modern/contemporary dance with improvised music.
• Accompany ballet technique class with repertoire or improvisation.
• Maintain tempo and respond to instructor requests.
• Collaborate with dance instructors and studio environment.

Skills

Advanced technique

Musical improvisation

Tempo control

Communication with instructor

Rhythm & meter adaptation

Piano/percussion proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in music (piano or percussion)

Tools

Yamaha U1 piano

Concert grand piano

Job description

The Boston Conservatory at Berklee Dance Division seeks skilled percussionists for modern/contemporary dance technique classes and skilled pianists for ballet technique classes. Candidates should indicate preferred styles and instruments in the cover letter. Potential hours include M/T/R/F mornings, with occasional Wednesday or afternoon availability and possible subbing through spring. The standard hourly rate is $40.00 per hour.