Part-Time Piano and Voice Accompanist

Germantown Academy We inspire students to be: Independent in Thought Confident in Expression Compassionate in Spirit Collaborative in Action Honorable in DeedPosition Title: Part-Time Piano and Voice AccompanistGermantown Academy is an independent coeducational college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126-acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1200 students in grades PK-12. Founded in 1759 GA is Americas oldest non-sectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of a sensitivity to and a respect for a diverse academic environment inclusive of students faculty and staff of varying socioeconomic cultural ideological and ethnic backgrounds. Position Overview:We are seeking a skilled flexible and enthusiastic part-time piano and voice accompanist to support our choirs musical theatre class and BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) audition study programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong musical background with the ability to provide accompaniment for a wide variety of styles and skill levels ranging from beginner to advanced students. This position requires a collaborator who can seamlessly work with singers of varying abilities and styles offering musical support during rehearsals classes and private coaching Responsibilities:Accompaniment for Chorus Rehearsals:Provide piano accompaniment for weekly chorus rehearsals for varying levels of singers from beginner to advanced. Accompany school to teach students independently from Choir Director as needed. Play a diverse repertoire including classical contemporary and choral with the chorus director to ensure musical interpretations and tempo align with the rehearsal score reading skills required. Musical Theatre Class Support:Accompany musical theatre classes including vocal warm-ups technique exercises and repertoire students with musicality rhythm and interpretation during rehearsals for musical theatre a wide range of musical styles from classic Broadway to contemporary musical MT students for end of year Audition Class Study Support:Provide accompaniment for individual BFA audition preparation sessions including both classical and musical theatre with students on perfecting audition pieces focusing on timing phrasing and students develop their skills in performing with accompaniment and adapting to the nuances of live and Communication:Work closely with instructors directors and students to ensure rehearsals and classes run open lines of communication with all faculty members regarding repertoire rehearsal schedules and any specific musical required rehearsals and sessions punctually and with a positive collaborative Duties as Assigned:Assist with any other musical tasks related to performances or perform as part of performances or public events when Accompanist/Lead Keyboard Spring Musical (a supplemental payment will be issued for this responsibility)Provide accompaniment for musical rehearsals in tandem with the Music Director. Ability to teach students independently from the MD as pit keyboard player for the score reading skills required. Qualifications:Proven experience as a pianist and accompanist with a strong foundation in both classical and contemporary to work with singers of various vocal ranges and abilities including beginners advanced students and in reading and interpreting vocal scores and able to adapt to various musical styles including classical choral and musical of musical theatre repertoire including both standard Broadway songs and contemporary musical theatre communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team experience in accompanying chorus groups or music classes is a plus.A degree in music or equivalent experience is Schedule:10-month position with flexible part-time hours based on class meeting times rehearsals and BFA audition during evenings and weekends is required depending on the schedule of rehearsals and classes.