Collaborative Pianist

Description of Work:

The Glenn Korff School of Music is devoted to strengthening music and dance as essential elements of the human experience while preparing the next generation of artists for success.

As a Collaborative Pianist, you will:

• Provide collaborative piano support for opera rehearsals, performances, voice instruction, recitals, auditions, and other performance-related activities across the Glenn Korff School of Music.
• Play for UNL Opera rehearsals and events on a predetermined schedule, prepare assigned repertoire, perform with accompanying ensembles as needed, and, when assigned, serve in a music direction capacity with appropriate adjustment of duties.
• Provide weekly coaching sessions for advanced voice students and collaborate closely with faculty and students in voice and instrumental areas on recitals, auditions, and other performance projects.
• Coordinate collaborative piano support more broadly by helping manage freelance pianist services, developing and upholding professional expectations, and addressing issues related to freelance pianist conduct and engagement.

This work requires a high level of pianistic skill, flexibility, collaboration, organization, and a strong commitment to supporting student and faculty success in a performance-driven academic environment.

This is an academic year position working mid-August through mid-May. In the UNL system, this position is categorized as a Piano Accompanist.

About Us

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Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Music (Piano Performance, Collaborative Piano, or related discipline); plus three (3) years of experience playing at music institutions or professional companies (opera, private studios, musical theatre, chamber music); equivalency considered.
• Demonstrated professional experience with performing artists.
• Ability to rehearse and coach opera and musical theatre repertoire in all historical styles and standard repertoire languages.
• Ability to rehearse and perform solo instrumental repertoire.
• Ability to sight-read fluently .
• Ability to engage as a collaborative artist with soloists and chamber ensembles.
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, communication skills, project prioritization, and flexibility.

Preferred Qualifications:

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Master's degree in Music (Piano Performance, Collaborative Piano, or related discipline).
• Additional years of relevant experience.

Posted Salary:

Salary commensurate with experience and education.

Job Type:

9 Month