Musical Accompanist - Piano

San Juan College; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

San Juan College in Farmington, NM, seeks a Piano Accompanist (adjunct/part-time, fixed term) to provide piano accompaniment for rehearsals, concerts, and performances. You will collaborate with conductors, vocalists, and instrumentalists to achieve musical excellence.

Requirements include prior experience accompanying choral ensembles, strong sight-reading, ability to read open score vocal parts, and versatility in styles. A Bachelor's degree in music is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience accompanying choral ensembles.
• Strong sight-reading skills.
• Ability to perform a variety of musical styles.
• Proficiency in reading open vocal scores.

Responsibilities

• Provide piano accompaniment for rehearsals, concerts, and performances.
• Collaborate with conductors, vocalists, and instrumentalists to ensure musical excellence.
• Prepare and practice assigned selections in advance of events.
• Support singers and instrumentalists with accurate pitch, rhythm, and phrasing.
• Participate in additional rehearsals or events as scheduled.

Skills

Piano accompaniment

Sight-reading

Open score reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in music (preferred)

Job description

Compensation:$25.00 per hour, Up to 29 hours per weekCompensation Type:Non-ExemptEmployment Type:Adjunct/Part Time Faculty (Fixed Term)Grade:NE15Position SummaryThe Piano Accompanist provides musical accompaniment for rehearsals, concerts, and performances while collaborating with conductors, vocalists, and instrumentalists. Candidates should have choral accompaniment experience, strong sight-reading skills, proficiency in reading open vocal scores, and versatility in musical styles.Duties:Provide piano accompaniment for rehearsals, performances, concerts, and other scheduled musical activities.Collaborate with music directors, conductors, vocalists, and instrumentalists to achieve musical excellence.Prepare and practice assigned musical selections in advance of rehearsals and performances.Follow the direction of conductors and music directors while maintaining musical continuity.Support singers and instrumentalists with accurate pitch, rhythm, and musical phrasing.Perform a variety of musical styles and genres appropriate to the organization's needs.Maintain professional communication, punctuality, and reliability.Participate in additional rehearsals, performances, or special events as scheduled.Qualifications:Previous experience accompanying choral ensembles.Strong sight reading skills.Ability to perform a variety of musical styles.Proficiency in playing open score vocal parts.Bachelor's degree in music (preferred).EEO STATEMENT: San Juan College is dedicated to providing equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic, veteran's status, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.