Musician

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

• Paid hourly rate