Collaborative Accompanist

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Choral Accompaniment & Education

Accompany the choir during choral classes on a rotating schedule (2–3 times per week).

Conduct sectionals for choral rehearsals and work individually with voice and instrumental students to prepare for chapel and performances.

Learn all choral accompaniments and vocal parts off campus; create accompaniment recordings for student practice as needed.

Perform at high-profile school events, including Family Weekend, Arts Weekend, Grandparents Day.

Musical Theater (Seasonal: November – February)

Work closely with the Musical and Theater Director throughout the season. Direct musical rehearsals daily from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.

Rehearse the pit orchestra during the two weeks leading up to the production and conduct them during the performance.

Accompany the musical production during "Tech Week" and the performance weekend. Prepare all musical theater scores, accompaniments, and parts prior to rehearsals.

Job Requirements

Demonstrated expert proficiency in piano accompanying performance.

Experience in conducting choral sectionals.

Strong sight-reading capabilities required, specifically regarding hymnals and choral open score.

A strong commitment to working in an educational setting with the ability to mentor, guide, and patiently develop the skills of student musicians.

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