Piano Accompanist for Community Choir & Youth Programs

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking a dedicated musician to provide piano accompaniment for choir programs, rehearsals, recitals, and concerts. The role involves collaborating with corps leadership to develop and manage music activities for youth and adults.

Responsibilities include planning recitals, supporting year-end concerts, and encouraging participants’ musical growth while reinforcing the organization’s mission in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music or extensive teaching experience.
• Minimum of two years’ music experience with children/adults.
• Proficiency in music theory and piano.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality piano accompaniment for choir programs, rehearsals, recitals, and concerts.
• Plan and attend corps recitals; prep music programs for year-end concert participation.
• Encourage participants to develop musical abilities and self-esteem through performance.
• Support community awareness of the Corps' mission through music activities.
• Encourage participation in summer camps and divisional music programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Piano accompaniment

Music theory

Leadership

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in music

Job description

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking a dedicated musician to provide piano accompaniment for choir programs, rehearsals, recitals, and concerts. The role involves collaborating with corps leadership to develop and manage music activities for youth and adults.

Responsibilities include planning recitals, supporting year-end concerts, and encouraging participants’ musical growth while reinforcing the organization’s mission in the community.