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