Part Time Choir Accompanist

Part Time Choir Accompanist

The Choir Accompanist provides piano accompanying support for the assigned choirs and musical groups. Supports the Choir Director in all aspects of choral performance as directed.
Duties & Responsibilities
Accompany Chorus rehearsals (approx 6.5 hours per week)
Provide piano accompaniment for all classroom rehearsals
Attends and provides accompanying for dress and tech rehearsals
Accompanies sectionals as needed. Runs sectionals as needed
May provide accompaniment for auditions
Prepare recording of rehearsal CDs as requested
Accompany Chorus and student performances at various choir-related events
Meetings and communication
Provide other assistance as requested and agreed upon
Qualifications, Competencies & Strengths
Education: A Bachelor's degree in music with an emphasis in piano is preferred
Experience: 2-3 years of experience as a working as a piano accompanist in an academic setting is preferred
Special Skills:
Ability to play the piano at a college piano performance level is required
Ability to play effectively in all genres of music on the piano, including Baroque, Romantic, Classical, 20th Century, modern, and jazz
Proficiency at sight-reading choral music parts
Professional and friendly disposition
Type of fingerprint clearance: Shall be fingerprint checked pursuant to A.R.S 15-512
Physical functions: The employee must have manual dexterity to play piano; required to sit; may require the ability to lift up to 25 pounds; ability to push large instruments
Equipment used: Piano
Work Environment: This position primarily works indoors in a classroom setting. Occasionally the duties that require being outdoors working at school functions and community events.
Travel: This position requires the ability to travel to and from school events and activities. Must be available to accompany choirs and students for choir-related tours, festivals, competitions, and other events
Licenses & Certifications
FP Card
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