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The Peabody Preparatory is pleased to announce an Adjunct Collaborative Pianist position in the String Department at the Frederick Campus, Peabody Preparatory. The successful candidate will join a highly skilled and dedicated string faculty as part of a vibrant and active department committed to helping all students achieve their potential; we embrace the novice musician as well as the serious student aspiring toward a career in music. The potential exists for this position to grow into a larger position by accompanying other instruments, such as voice.

Artistic Responsibilities:

The collaborative pianist works closely with the Chair of the Preparatory String Department and the Manager of the Accompanying Program to schedule solo accompanying and group class assignments. Duties include:

• accompanying group classes, studio classes, recitals, and other String Department events

• meeting independently as necessary with string students for rehearsal and coaching.

Responsibilities, including weekly group class, rehearsals, recitals, and occasional external events, will be 3 hours per week for our 32-week academic year.

About us:

Established in 1894, the Peabody Preparatory boasts a rich history of nurturing musical talent. With approximately 2,500 students passing through its doors every week, the school is Maryland's premier community school for music and dance.

The Peabody Preparatory welcomes students of all ages and levels of ability, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can discover and develop their musical potential. Offerings range from early childhood classes that spark a lifelong love of music and dance, to programs designed for adults and professional dancers and musicians seeking to hone their skills.

Located in downtown Baltimore and sharing space with the renowned Peabody Conservatory, the Preparatory also extends its reach through four satellite campuses in the communities of Towson, Annapolis, Frederick, and Howard County, MD.

Reports to: String Department Chair, Accompanying Program Manager

Classification: Adjunct (3 hours per week)

• Bachelor's degree in music and or music education required. Master's degree or equivalent experience and training preferred.

• Experience as a classical collaborative artist and coach/pianist

• Knowledge of classical string repertoire - violin, viola, and cello

• Familiarity with Suzuki Violin/Viola/Cello repertoire a plus

• Knows how to work supportively with string students of all levels

• Available evenings and weekends for group classes and recitals

• Independent transport to all of Peabody's campuses, including Frederick (main duty), Towson, and Howard County, as well as the downtown Mt. Vernon location (occasionally as needed).

Please include:

• Cover letter

• Résumé

• Please include a link to 1-3 recordings (no more than 10 minutes total) of collaborative performance(s) with solo string instrument or ensemble. Please upload as an unlisted YouTube link or playlist and include the link in your application

• 3 references

  Applications received before December 1, 2024 will be given preference, but the position will remain open until filled.

Job Type: Part Time Johns Hopkins University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Consistent with the University’s goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will assess the comprehensive qualifications of each applicant.