Instructor (Piano Instructor/Collaborative Pianist)
Tulane University

Instructor (Piano Instructor/Collaborative Pianist)

Location:
Dixon Hall, Tulane University
Open Date:
Nov 6, 2024
Description:

The School of Liberal Arts at Tulane University invites applicants for the Piano Instructor/Collaborative Pianist position in the Newcomb Department of Music. The successful candidate will provide musical accompaniment for vocal and instrumental music students, faculty, and guest artists in various settings, including concerts, lessons, and recitals. Additionally, the candidate will teach private piano lessons to students. This position is full-time (during the fall and spring semesters) and includes benefits. This position includes evening and weekend hours as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with music students, faculty, and guest artists as a pianist for concerts, lessons, and recitals.
• Perform with the orchestra, the choir, and for music classes, as required, including
  • Choir (Mondays from 5 pm- 8 pm) plus end-of-semester concert
  • Musical Theatre Workshop (Tues/Thurs from 2 pm- 3:15 pm)- will include some evening rehearsals and may include playing for performances
• Teach private piano lessons to students.

• Bachelor of Fine Arts degree or equivalent in Music Performance, Collaborative Piano, or similar; Master of Fine Arts degree or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent keyboard skills with a demonstrated ability to perform concert repertoire.
• Extensive performance experience.
• Ability to sight-read complex works and, if necessary, to transpose vocal repertoire.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of the vocal repertoire from art songs and opera to musical theatre.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of the standard instrumental repertoire.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake and apply style analysis.
• Ability to work with students displaying various degrees of musical potential and varying levels of artistic preparation.
• Experience teaching private piano lessons.

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Tulane University is located in New Orleans - a city with tremendous history of diverse cultures, community, and languages. Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are intentionally seeking candidates who are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in support of Tulane's Strategy for Tomorrow.

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