Piano Accompanist (Applied Music) Job at Winston-Salem State University in Winst

Piano Accompanist (Applied Music)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

Position Details

Classification Information
Position Classification Title
Temporary Employee

FLSA
Exempt

Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA)
09999

Position Overview
Position Summary

Winston-Salem State University is seeking a Piano Accompanist to support their Music Department!

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The Department of Music invites applications for a part-time Piano Accompanist. This position provides high-level collaborative accompaniment for applied music students at applied music lessons, rehearsals, and various departmental events. While the assigned student count and weekly workload may vary each semester due to enrollment and departmental needs, the established salary for the position is fixed and does not vary based on these fluctuations. The successful candidate must demonstrate flexibility and a commitment to the department's needs.

Applicants should submit two (2) video samples demonstrating collaborative playing abilities:

• One video accompanying a vocal work.
• One video accompanying an instrumental work.

Videos may be submitted as a file or a link (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo) to ohrsearchcommittee@wssu.edu with the position number NS0088 and Piano Accompanist (Applied Music) in the subject, line. Links are strongly preferred due to potential issues with email attachment size limits.


Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies

• Collaborate with applied music instructors to provide a minimum of thirty (30) minutes of high-level piano accompaniment per student during weekly applied music lessons.
• Schedule and conduct a minimum of thirty (30) minutes of individual rehearsal weekly with each assigned student outside of the applied lesson period.
• Provide expert piano accompaniment for students at scheduled departmental events, including performance seminars, master classes, and recitals.
• Provide piano accompaniment for students during all formal evaluations, including departmental entrance/placement auditions and end-of-semester music performance juries.
• Accompany assigned students at their degree recitals.
• Serve as accompanist for Voice Class, as necessary.
• Thoroughly prepare and master piano accompaniments to a professional performance level in advance, demonstrating fluency in diverse repertoire (e.g., classical, operatic, spirituals, and contemporary styles).

Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Department of Music offers several different programs of study, including the Bachelor of Arts in Music with optional concentrations in Music Business or Music Education. Graduates of these programs are prepared to teach in grades K-12, work in the music industry and allied fields in music, and/or pursue graduate study

Position Information
Position Number
NS0088

Working Position Title
Piano Accompanist (Applied Music)

Temporary Job Type
Non Student

Approved Competency Level
Advanced

Building and Room No.
Fine Arts 129-C

Work Hours: From [time] to [time] on [days] of [week]
Monday - Friday (applied lessons schedule may vary)

Hours per week
Varies, based on departmental needs

Months per year
9 months

Appointment Type
Temporary

Appointment Type

If Time Limited.

Appointment Length.
5 months

DHR Assigned Fields
FTE
Varies, based on departmental needs

Requirements and Preferences
Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies
No

Minimum Experience/Education

• Master's Degree in Music (or a closely related field such as Piano Performance or Collaborative Piano).
• Three (3) years of demonstrated collaborative piano experience at the collegiate level.
• Demonstrated high-level sight-reading proficiency.
• Expert communication and organizational skills necessary to coordinate schedules with multiple instructors and students.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• PhD/DMA in music, with a preference for a concentration in Collaborative Piano or Accompanying.
• Professional collaborative experience within a university setting.
• Significant performing experience with voice and orchestral/wind instruments across a wide variety of repertoire and styles.

Required License or Certification

Valid US Driver's License
Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required
No

Physical Required
No

List any other medical/drug tests required

Posting Details

Posting Details
Posting Number
TEMP00405P

Number of Vacancies
1

Internal Posting Only
No

Position Type
Temporary

Time Limited Position

Appointment Length

Salary
$14,000

Open Date
11/14/2025

Close Date
11/28/2025

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions Summary
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

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Applicant Document

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Letter of Reference 1
4. Letter of Reference 2
5. Curriculum Vitae
6. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents