Dance Musical Accompanist, Part-Time

This is an ongoing, as-needed assignment at the Sandi Simon Center for Dance, 350 N. Cypress St, Orange, CA 92866, scheduled to work less than 19 hours weekly.

Responsibilities

• Play musical instrument as soloist or as a member of a musical group to accompany dance students and faculty during classes, rehearsals, performances, and concerts.

Requirements

• Experience accompanying dance classes (ballet, modern, and/or jazz).
• Exceptional piano skills with proficiency in sight-reading, improvisation, and playing in various styles and genres.
• Strong understanding of musical elements as they relate to movement (tempo, rhythm, phrasing, dynamics).
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.
• Ability to take direction and adapt quickly to changing needs within a class.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional work ethic.
• Experience playing other instruments applicable to dance accompaniment.
• Knowledge of percussion techniques to support modern and world dance forms.
• Previous work in a university dance department or professional dance company.

Pay

$30.00 per hour (part-time, 0-19 hours weekly).

Schedule

Fully on campus, with in-person engagement alongside colleagues, faculty, students, and staff.