Collaborative Pianist

Job Summary

Note: This is a part time / seasonal position working from the start of fall term through April 30 annually. The posted salary listed of $60,000 FTR would be the full time - 12 month salary (the seasonal part time salary is roughly $20,000 annually).

It is the mission of the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance to create an environment of educational and artistic excellence by nurturing creativity, academic integrity, and professionalism in its faculty and students. As a comprehensive performing arts school set in one of the world's finest public institutions of higher education, the School is deeply engaged in the creation, practice, scholarship, and pedagogy of music, theatre, and dance.

• We aim to provide leadership, nationally and internationally, in all three fields.
• We assert and celebrate the value of the arts to the mission of the University of Michigan.
• We serve the community, the region, and the State of Michigan through public performances, cultural resources, arts education, and outreach programs.

The School's mission is predicated on the belief that the study and practice of the performing arts depend upon a diverse community of learning in which a spirit of social responsibility and principled entrepreneurship is fostered.

Responsibilities*

We are looking for an outstanding collaborative pianist and vocal coach who will serve the Department of Voice & Opera. The collaborative pianist/coach will work primarily with the Opera department in Opera workshop classes, musical coaching for Chamber Opera productions, as well as the Mainstage Opera chorus preparation work.  In addition, the collaborative pianist/coach is expected to work with voice students of various levels in lessons, coaching's, studio classes, SMTD auditions, Concerto Competition, juries, and degree recitals.  The pianist/coach will work closely with voice professors and their students to effectively prepare repertoire with them, and provide strong support musically in performances.

The successful applicant will demonstrate a strong commitment to the development of our students academically and musically, and always closely align with the overall mission of the School of Music, Theatre & Dance in University of Michigan.

Required Qualifications*

• Experienced collaborative pianist and vocal coach with a terminal degree in collaborative piano (or equivalent academic and professional experience) with a wide range of repertoire from the Baroque to Contemporary in vocal music. 
• Extensive prior experience working in opera productions and in vocal coaching within a higher education setting.
• Excellent sight-reading skills and exemplary rehearsal techniques are required 
• Prior academic experience as a collaborative pianist and coach, a documented history of successful collaboration and collegiality, a broad and thorough knowledge of vocal repertoire.
• Command of diction and comprehension in Italian, French, German, and English are required. 

Modes of Work

This is an onsite position. Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Union Affiliation

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by University Staff United, AFT Local 284, AFL-CIO, which represents Employees in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

A pre-employment background check must be conducted before a candidate may receive a firm offer of employment to a staff position at the University of Michigan.

Application Deadline

This job will be posted for the minimum of 7 days and can be removed at any time there after. 

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.