Assistant Professor of Music, Director of Bands and Applied Music; Low Brass - Tenure Track

Position: Assistant Professor of Music, Director of Bands and Applied Music (Low Brass) - Tenure Track
The Music Conservatory at the University of Evansville in Evansville, Indiana invites applications for the position of Director of Bands and Low Brass. This is a full-time, 10-month tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidate must possess a doctorate (ABD may be considered.) University teaching experience is desired. Candidate is expected to possess comprehensive knowledge as it relates to band repertoire, conducting, and applied music.

Primary duties include conducting the Wind Ensemble, University Band, and Aces Brass; coordinating the brass area for the Music Conservatory; and teaching applied lessons (low brass). Vigorous recruitment, especially of brass majors, is expected. Additional teaching will be assigned based on the successful candidate's qualifications and departmental needs. Academic advising and service are expected. The Music Conservatory typically has 65 undergraduate music majors and significant non-major student involvement in all ensembles.

Degree programs include Music Education, Music Therapy, Music Management, Performance, and General Studies (Bachelor of Science). Instruction on every orchestral instrument, voice, keyboard, and guitar is provided by 11 full-time/consortium faculty and 14 part-time instructors.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should complete the online application at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and upload a CV, a cover letter, unofficial transcripts and a list of 3 references as one complete pdf. Links to a You Tube or webpage based video of conducting (must include portions of both a rehearsal and a concert) should be sent to Dr. Alanna Keenan, Chair, Director of Bands Search Committee, via email to ak215.

The position will begin August 1, 2026. Review of applications will begin February 12, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

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