Urgently Require Dance Accompanist in California

Job title: Dance Accompanist
Company: Loyola Marymount University
Job description: Department of Theatre Arts and Dance: Dance Program/College of Communications and Fine Arts

You are invited to submit an application to be included in the general pool of per-diem accompanist candidates from which accompanists may be chosen to play for various courses as a replacement or substitute in the fall and/or spring semesters.

Please note that there may not be current openings at this time, but applications submitted will be kept. As openings occur, applications will be reviewed.

*All applicants MUST apply on-line: https://jobs.lmu.edu *

The Department of Theatre Arts and Dance: Dance Program at Loyola Marymount University regularly hires per-diem accompanists experienced in playing for the following courses:

Ballet (All levels) and related classes
Modern Dance (All level) and related classes

Ballet:

• Accompanists plays piano for ballet classes requiring a pianist with strong sight reading skills. Optional ? pianist has strong improvisational skills.

Modern:

• Accompanist with strong improvisational skills plays piano and/or percussion for modern dance classes. Optional ? in addition to piano and/or percussion the musician accompanies with other acoustic and/or electronic instruments.

For all classes requiring an accompanist, the accompanist:

• Uses appropriate improvisational or music score for mood, style, and intention of the movement thereby enhancing student aesthetic learning.

• Uses tempo, rhythm and phrasing appropriate to exercise or sequence as demonstrated and/or communicated by the dance instructor.

• Perform other accompanist related duties as assigned or requested.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years experience in studio and/or academic settings.

• Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of: music repertory for dance and appropriate modes of music improvisation.

• Demonstrated ability to arrive on time to every class with rare incidences of absence.

• Ability to focus on what each class demands, watch dancers and listen to instructor, offer music that complements dance work performed by the students.

• Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Required Education:

• Typically an accompanist will be an experienced music professional with at least 3 years experience accompanying ballet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel.

Staff Per-Diem (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Salary range $0.00 - $24.04 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)
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