Music Instructor/Staff Accompanist

Talladega College invites qualified candidates for a Music Instructor/Staff Accompanist.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Possess strong sight-reading ability.
• Demonstrate technical training and proficiency in piano performance.
• Accompany solo instrumentalists, vocalists, and ensemble groups.
• Demonstrate satisfactory knowledge and experience in accompanying the various genres of music from classical to 21st century at the college level.
• Accompany applied lessons, rehearsals, juries, senior recitals, competitions, master classes, and other events as needed.
• Coach students in one-on-one rehearsals to work with the students to make sure the technical aspects of the musical elements, correcting notes, rhythms, intonation, and providing feedback on music interpretation, character, phrasing, etc.
• Schedule rehearsals with students.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills verbal and written.
• Have the ability to work with music and non-music majors and students with diversities.
• Work closely with and report to the Chair of the Music Department

• Master’s degree in music required, majoring in keyboard instruments.
• Minimum three years of accompanying music students in colleges/universities.
• Ability to serve as a vocal/instrument coach to prepare students for recitals and juries.
• Experience or ability to teach class piano (group piano) and other music courses as needed.
• A collaborative and inclusive approach to working with colleagues and students, promoting diversity and equity.
• The ideal candidate will have excellent teaching skills, good interpersonal skills, effective written and oral communication skills and the ability to work collegially.

Applications must include:

1. Job application for Talladega College
2. Cover letter addressing qualifications
3. Current curriculum vitae
4. Copies of unofficial transcripts from all degree-granting institutions. Selected candidates will be asked to submit official transcripts.
5. Performance video recordings for solo and accompanying works.
6. Contact information for 5 professional references with emails and phone numbers.

Submit all application materials to: hr@talladega.edu. Questions about the application process may be directed to hr@talladega.edu or tcdeans@talladega.edu.

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