Staff Pianist & Collaborative Piano Coach

Houston Christian University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Christian University seeks a Staff Pianist to join the Department of Music with expertise in teaching applied piano lessons and accompanying student performances. The role involves supporting applied lessons for majors and non-majors, plus assisting ensembles and recitals on campus.

The candidate should hold an MM in collaborative piano (or equivalent) and demonstrate ability to coach both singers and instrumentalists, with proficiency in European diction.

Qualifications

• MM in collaborative piano is required.
• Will consider MM or DMA in piano performance.
• Proficiency in European language diction.

Responsibilities

• Accompany applied piano lessons for music majors and minors.
• Accompany for choral ensembles; lead choral sectionals.
• Perform one-on-one coaching sessions and accompany student recitals and masterclasses.

Skills

Collaborative piano

Singers & instrumentalists coaching

European diction

Education

MM in collaborative piano

MM or DMA in piano performance

Job description

Houston Christian University seeks a Staff Pianist to join the Department of Music with expertise in teaching applied piano lessons and accompanying student performances. The role involves supporting applied lessons for majors and non-majors, plus assisting ensembles and recitals on campus.

The candidate should hold an MM in collaborative piano (or equivalent) and demonstrate ability to coach both singers and instrumentalists, with proficiency in European diction.