Voice Department Accompanist - Student (Part-Time)

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 1,800 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Berklee College of Music's Voice Department seeks student accompanists to support voice students in diverse classes, as part of Berklee's mission to develop careers in music. Accompanists accompany as solo pianists or with a rhythm section, with hours ranging from one class per week (about 2 hours) up to 15 hours weekly.

Responsibilities include helping students prepare for careers through accompaniment, modeling professional standards, and contributing to a collaborative learning environment.

Qualifications

• High level of skill as an accompanist with years of formal lessons or playing
• Excellent sight-reading skills for lead sheets and scores
• Experience playing for vocalists in solo or ensemble settings

Responsibilities

• Help voice students prepare for careers by accompanying voice classes
• Contribute to the classroom experience by modeling professional musical standards

Skills

Take direction

Ensemble awareness

Supportive environment

Cultural respect

Job description

Berklee College of Music's Voice Department seeks student accompanists to support voice students in diverse classes, as part of Berklee's mission to develop careers in music. Accompanists accompany as solo pianists or with a rhythm section, with hours ranging from one class per week (about 2 hours) up to 15 hours weekly.

Responsibilities include helping students prepare for careers through accompaniment, modeling professional standards, and contributing to a collaborative learning environment.