Collaborative Pianist
The People's Music School · Chicago, IL · 3 days ago
On-siteDesign$50/hrPart-time
Responsibilities
- Teaching and Instruction
- - Provide piano accompaniment for all rehearsals
- - Be the accompanist for all scheduled concert performances and dress rehearsals
- - Adapt accompaniment as needed to support efficient rehearsal processes
- - Prepare and master repertoire prior to rehearsals
- - Support Voice Ensemble conductor in reinforcing musical concepts, notes, rhythms, diction and interpretation in rehearsals
- - Collaborate with Voice Ensemble Conductors in preparing repertoire
- - Maintain flexibility in adapting to changing rehearsal and performance needs
- - Attend all scheduled rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances
- - Communicate promptly regarding scheduling conflicts or anticipated absences
- - Demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, reliability, and collegiality in all interactions
- - Assist with other related projects as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in music education or performance or equivalent experience/training
- A high level of personal musicianship which includes knowledge of music theory in addition to performing ability
- Prior experience accompanying choirs, vocal ensembles or community choruses
- Prior experience working with both vocalists and instrumentalists
- High level of sight reading skills
- High level of transposition skills
- Flexible and adaptable in rehearsal environment
- Knowledge and experience playing diverse repertoire, including but not limited to jazz and world music
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven experience collaborating and working with people from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds
Schedule
Part Time position with the schedule below
Mondays 4:00-5:00 pm and Wednesdays 5:00 - 6:00 pm
Must be available to work in person
Pay and Benefits
$50 per hour
Paid Time Off
Paid Sick Leave
403b Retirement Plan with employer match