Accompanist (Professional)

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, accompany choirs, soloists and small ensembles for rehearsals and concerts; assist instructor by conducting choral rehearsals in the absence of the instructor. Click here for description If you would like to open the link in a different tab or window, right click and select the option. Click here for the hourly pay rate. If you would like to open the link in a different tab or window, right click and select the option. Bargaining Unit AFT - NANCE Range (na) Department District Wide The Position Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, accompany choirs, soloists and small ensembles for rehearsals and concerts; assist instructor by conducting choral rehearsals in the absence of the instructor. Click here for description If you would like to open the link in a different tab or window, right click and select the option. Major Responsibilities EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: Accompany choirs, soloists and small ensembles for rehearsals and concerts. Accompany vocal students for solos performed in class and in recitals. Assist instructor as directed; assist in selection of solo material; may conduct choral rehearsals in the absence of the instructor. Lead sectional rehearsals by playing parts, identifying student mistakes and problem areas, correcting mistakes and providing the right notes and rhythms. Maintain student records and musical/score inventory as necessary. Play other keyboards (organ, harpsichord, synthesizer) as needed. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge: Advanced piano skills. Advanced music theory. Vocal techniques. Sight reading, conducting and coaching methods. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Skills and Abilities: Play the piano at the advanced level. Sight read complex musical scores. Accompany choirs, soloists and small ensembles. Accompany students in learning vocal music interpretations and technical aspects of music. Transpose and improvise; read chord symbols. Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by private of college-level training in piano and music theory and at least two years experience as an accompanist including experience in accompanying soloists and following a conductor. Desired Qualifications Licenses/Certificates/Credentials: Commitment to Diversity: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals. Working Conditions Physical Requirements: Category III: typically SEDENTARY in nature. Environment: Favorable, involves a classroom, subject to working evening and weekend hours. Special Instructions to Applicants: Conditions of Employment: SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT: Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment); Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the district's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment); AND Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.