Piano Accompanist

EKU Careers; Kentucky; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in Kentucky is seeking a seasonal Piano Accompanist to support vocal and instrumental students during their degree-required courses and recitals. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and substantial experience in piano performance. The role requires availability during normal work hours and potential evening or weekend commitments.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates will have a high level of expertise in piano performance.
• Experience accompanying vocalists and instrumentalists is preferred.
• Flexible work schedule and ability to work during class times.

Responsibilities

• Play for degree-required courses and recitals.
• Coordinate with faculty to avoid scheduling conflicts.
• Attend rehearsals and performances as needed.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Piano performance

Sight reading

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Music BA

Job description

Title: Piano Accompanist

Position Type: Seasonal or Temporary

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 21R010 - College of Letters, Arts & Soc Sci

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Hours Per Week: 5 - 20

Contact Person: Kelly Gallardo

Job Summary/Basic Functions

Qualified candidates will have a high level of expertise in piano performance and accompanying vocal and instrumental students. The position requires candidate availability to be on campus to play for degree-required courses and recitals. Preference is given toward candidates who are able to fulfill accompanying duties during normal work hours. In many cases, work on evenings and weekends may be required. Rehearsal/Performance times will be determined by individual EKU faculty based on course and degree recital requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Qualifications:

Music BA
Experience piano accompanying with both vocalists & instrumentalists
Sight read sheet music preferred
Flexible work schedule & ability to work during the class times
Some evenings & weekend performances
Time management, may be working with multiple classes
Communication, may need to communicate with multiple faculty to avoid scheduling conflicts

Sponsorship:This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Funding Source: Institutional

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.