Winston Salem State University is hiring: Piano Accompanist (Applied Music) in W

Piano Accompanist (Applied Music)

Please note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalists prior to the offer of employment. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary will 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 completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

Position Overview

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

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).

Requirements

• 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

• 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.

Application Instructions

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.

Please complete the electronic application in full detail. An online confirmation number will be provided upon completion.

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

Optional materials may be submitted at your discretion.

Supplemental Questions

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Posting Details

Posting Number: TEMP00405P

Number of Vacancies: 1

Salary: $14,000

Open Date: 11/14/2025

Close Date: 11/28/2025

Position Type: Temporary