Part-time Music Accompanist

Job Description

Job Description

The Part-Time Music Accompanist provides collaborative piano support for the Music Program at Dyersburg State Community College. This position supports choral ensembles, applied voice lessons, rehearsals, recitals, juries, and other Music Program performances and activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend and provide piano accompaniment for scheduled choral rehearsals, concerts, and other music-related events requiring accompaniment.

• Accompany music students during applied lessons, rehearsals, recitals, juries, and auditions, as needed.

• Collaborate with music faculty to prepare assigned repertoire and support the musical and educational goals of the Music Program.

• Prepare assigned musical repertoire independently and arrive at rehearsals and performances adequately prepared.

• Maintain professional, dependable, and timely communication regarding scheduling and accompaniment needs.

• Perform other accompaniment-related duties in support of the Music Program as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Sedentary: Desk work; frequent travel is required for college or program activities. Normal range of movement is expected. Minimal Hazard/Exposure: Standard office settings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated proficiency in piano performance and accompaniment.

• Proficient sight-reading and collaborative musicianship skills.

• Previous experience accompanying choirs and/or vocalists.

• Ability to prepare and perform a variety of vocal and choral repertoire.

• Ability to work professionally with college students, faculty, and musicians of varying skill levels.

• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.

• Dependability and flexibility in meeting rehearsal and performance schedules.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A degree in music is preferred.