Provide musical accompaniment for contemporary, African and/or ballet classes for majors in the Dance Department. May accompany elective classes as determined by Music Supervisor or Department Chair.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- 1 year of relevant experience
- Extensive experience as an accompanist for contemporary, African and ballet classes
- Expertise with a wide range of appropriate musical literature for dance classes
- Ability to provide specialized musical needs as an accompanist for targeted dance classes
- Read and improvise various musical styles
- Strong sense of rhythm
- Flexibility to change music to meet the needs of the instructor
- Ability to respond to movement by discerning meter, accent, articulation, and nuance
- Positive attitude and respect
- Ability to arrive promptly and have instruments set up before class starts
Benefits