Piano Accompanist for Community Chorus — Charlotte

Charlotte Piano; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 2,000 - 4,200; Full time

Job summary

Cresswind Choraliers Community Chorus in Charlotte, NC seeks a skilled piano accompanist to support a volunteer chorus of about 40 singers. The ideal candidate will have extensive piano experience, strong sight-reading, and a passion for performing popular music with a collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities include preparing music before rehearsals, accompanying at weekly rehearsals, and supporting three annual concerts. Compensation is determined by the chorus and based on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong piano performance and sight-reading skills.
• Experience accompanying choral groups, vocal ensembles or community choruses required.
• Ability to learn music independently and prepare thoroughly before rehearsals.
• Familiarity with a variety of musical styles.

Responsibilities

• Independently learn and prepare all assigned choral music before rehearsals.
• Review scores and become familiar with vocal parts, rehearsal markings and performance requirements.
• Coordinate with the Music Director regarding rehearsal needs and musical interpretation.
• Attend weekly 60-minute rehearsals and arrive prepared to rehearse all scheduled music.
• Play individual vocal lines, sectional parts and accompaniment as requested by the Music Director.

Skills

Piano performance

Sight-reading

Choral accompaniment

Music preparation

Style versatility

Job description

Cresswind Choraliers Community Chorus in Charlotte, NC seeks a skilled piano accompanist to support a volunteer chorus of about 40 singers. The ideal candidate will have extensive piano experience, strong sight-reading, and a passion for performing popular music with a collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities include preparing music before rehearsals, accompanying at weekly rehearsals, and supporting three annual concerts. Compensation is determined by the chorus and based on experience.