Dance Class Musician & Accompanist

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off including holidays

State retirement plan

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center seeks a musician to provide musical accompaniment for contemporary, African, and ballet classes in the Dance Department. The role supports majors and may include elective classes, with the Music Supervisor or Department Chair directing assignments.

Applicants should have extensive accompanying experience across dance styles, read and improvise in various musical genres, and arrive prepared with instrument setups and a cooperative attitude.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and 1 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide musical accompaniment for contemporary, African and/or ballet classes for majors in the Dance Department.
• May accompany elective classes as determined by Music Supervisor or Department Chair.
• Arriving promptly, having instruments set up before class starts, and having a positive attitude and respect is essential.
• Extensive experience as an accompanist for contemporary, African and ballet classes.
• Expertise with a wide range of appropriate musical literature for dance classes.
• Read and improvise various musical styles.

Skills

Rhythm

Adaptability

Improvisation

Reading music

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center seeks a musician to provide musical accompaniment for contemporary, African, and ballet classes in the Dance Department. The role supports majors and may include elective classes, with the Music Supervisor or Department Chair directing assignments.

Applicants should have extensive accompanying experience across dance styles, read and improvise in various musical genres, and arrive prepared with instrument setups and a cooperative attitude.