Instrumental Accompanist

Job Description:

Musicians in this position accompany students, on an as needed basis, in lessons, rehearsals, studio classes, recitals, recording projects and juries.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Prepare repertoire for successful collaboration with students

• Clearly communicate availability

• Reserve spaces, as needed, for rehearsals with students in preparation for upcoming performances.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Must have strong piano skills and pianistic facility

• Must have good reading skills

• Must have the desire to collaborate

• Preferred to have some familiarity with, and interest in, the repertoire

Preferred Skills and Knowledge:

• Experience in the repertoire of at least one instrumental family

• Ability to be artistically responsive to the student performer 

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee : 

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.  Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at [email protected] or call 617-747-2375.

Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type:
Casual