Accompanist

Overview

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QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires knowledge of basic theory including the fundamentals of harmony and notation; effective methods and techniques of piano accompaniment; knowledge of fundamentals of proper musical sight-reading techniques and methods.

Must possess the skill to effectively play a variety of musical forms on the piano including classical, popular, jazz and folk music; successfully sight read, transpose, and improvise music; understand and follow a variety of complex and technical oral and written instructions; establish and maintain routine records and files; may supervise and assist in transporting students when necessary; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

One year of experience as a professional accompanist for soloist, choruses, dance groups or as a pianist with a recognized musical organization.
Graduation from an accredited school of music with specialization in piano may be substituted for the desired experience.

Successful candidate must possess and maintain a valid Class “C” California Driver’s License.

A criminal history check will be required of successful candidate prior to employment.

To provide piano or other specified instrumental accompaniment for music classes, choral groups, vocal ensembles and soloists, rehearsals, performances, and other school activities; improvising or playing from scores as necessary. Employees in this classification receive general to limited supervision from a certificated teacher(s) or school site administrator within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This job classification provides specialized skills as a pianist for a variety of school-related activities and requires specialized knowledge in the reading, interpretation, and arrangement of music.

Starting salary: $2,269.75 (monthly)

Number of months: 9.4 (to begin as soon as possible)

Number of hours: 6 (daily working hours 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)

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