Job Information
Decorah Community School Dist HS Vocal Music Collaborative Pianist in Decorah, Iowa
Job Title:
High School Vocal Music Collaborative Pianist
Location:
Decorah High School, Decorah, IA
Hours:
Part-Time, 6.5 hours per week on average
Compensation:
$30/hour
Job Overview:
Decorah High School seeks a part-time Vocal Music Collaborative Pianist to support our thriving music program. The successful candidate will be crucial in our Concert Choir and Viking Chorus classes and during various rehearsals, concerts, and other music-related events. The pianist will work closely with the Vocal Music Teacher and students, providing essential support in enhancing the students' musical skills.
Responsibilities:
- Accompany the Concert Choir (4th period), which includes 85-minute sessions on Tuesdays and Fridays, a 40-minute session on Wednesdays, and 30 minutes of preparation time. This totals approximately 4 hours per week.
- Accompany the Viking Chorus (1st period), which includes 40-minute sessions on Mondays and Thursdays, a 40-minute session every other week on Wednesdays, and 30 minutes of preparation time. This totals approximately 2 - 2.5 hours per week.
- Accompany the Ninth Grade Choir (2nd period) in performances and the final three classes/rehearsals before a concert.
- Collaborate with the Vocal Music Teacher to enhance the learning experience for students and ensure successful performances.
- Adapt to various musical styles and prepare open scores and piano accompaniments.
- Attend and perform in all scheduled concerts and performances.
- Additional playing opportunities with the fall musical and spring solo and small ensemble clinic and state festival.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a collaborative pianist, preferably within a school or choral setting.
Knowledge of a wide range of musical styles and genres.
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