Piano Accompanist for Music Classes & Recitals

State Center Community College District; Reedley (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

State Center Community College District is seeking a piano accompanist to support music classes, rehearsals and concerts. The role involves accompanying choirs, voice classes and operatic performances, and coaching students outside of class by appointment.

You will collaborate with instructors to improve technique, develop musicianship and help students achieve long-term goals while adapting music to performance contexts.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent and at least three years of experience accompanying vocal or choral groups, dancers, vocal soloists or similar musical work.
• Formal study of the piano is preferred; a bachelor’s or master’s degree in piano is desirable.
• Experience in an educational or professional setting is preferred.
• Ability to work with instructors and students in a college environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide piano accompaniment for music classes, choirs, voice classes, and performances.
• Collaborate with faculty and students to develop musicianship and artistry.
• Transpose music and provide instrumental accompaniment as needed.
• Record songs and post them for instructors and students on the school system.
• Assist with music selection and support equity-minded practices.

Skills

Student support

Score following

Improvisation

Sight-reading

Quality assessment

Support instructors

Equity & inclusion

Communication

Follow instructions

Computer skills

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma

3+ years accompanying experience

Formal piano study preferred

Bachelor/Master in piano desirable

Job description

State Center Community College District is seeking a piano accompanist to support music classes, rehearsals and concerts. The role involves accompanying choirs, voice classes and operatic performances, and coaching students outside of class by appointment.

You will collaborate with instructors to improve technique, develop musicianship and help students achieve long-term goals while adapting music to performance contexts.