Accompanist

Job Title: FullTime Accompanist Departments of Dance and Music

Job Summary:
The Departments of Dance and Music invite applications for a fulltime accompanist (9 months per year) to support our dynamic programs. This is a threeyear renewable position shared by two distinct departments; we require a versatile and skilled collaborative pianist who can accompany dance classes music ensembles and individual students while fostering a collaborative and educational environment in an undergraduate liberal arts setting.

Start Date: September 1 2025

Application Deadline:Priority will be given to applications received by April 4 2025

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with individual vocal and instrumental students in lessons rehearsals and performances.
• Accompany dance classes across various disciplines including ballet and modern dance.
• Accompany choral ensembles and interpret choral scores in weekly rehearsals and concerts
• Collaborate with faculty and students in both departments to enhance musical and dance performances.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience collaborating with vocalists and instrumentalists in lessons and performances.
• Proficiency in accompanying dance classes across multiple styles.
• Experience accompanying choral ensembles under the direction of a conductor.
• Flexibility in work schedule including evening and weekend hours

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent sightreading skills.
• Strong improvisation skills.
• Flexibility and versatility in repertoire across different musical genres and time periods.
• Experience working with students of all levels in an undergraduate liberal arts setting.
• Experience and/or interest in integrating technology into ones musical practice.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a CV cover letter names and contact information for three references and supporting materials (Ex: video/audio reels) demonstrating their qualifications and experience.

Salary:$58000 plus comprehensive benefits.

All bargaining unit members shall be covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Skidmore College and Services Employees International Union Local 200United.

EEO STATEMENT

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Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.

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