Department DEMA MARKETING AND COMMUNICATI (UA-MRKT-IUBLA) Department Information African American Choral Ensemble African American Arts Institute (AAAI) UA-MRKT Office of the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Multicultural Affairs Job Summary The African American Choral Ensemble (AACE) is a performance course (A110 and A339) offered through the Department of African American and African Diaspora Studies (AAADS) and managed by the African American Arts Institute (AAAI). The Choral Ensemble studies and performs a broad range of works by and about African Americans, including spirituals, folk songs, traditional and contemporary gospel music, and formally composed works. Reporting to the Choral Ensemble director, the Instrumental Coach assists the ensemble director with instruction and preparation of music and other materials for instruction, performs and leads students in performances, plays keyboard accompaniments, and fulfills other duties related to the Choral Ensemble's function in meeting the academic requirement of AAADS, and the AAAI's mission. Essential duties and responsibilities: - Assist the ensemble director with recruitment of instrumentalists.
- Assist with auditions and vocal evaluations.
- Assist the ensemble director with transcribing, arranging, and preparing material for rehearsals and performances.
- Assist in the planning, preparation, and teaching for the AACE Choir retreat and other training events.
- Lead sectional rehearsals and provide private coaching for AACE members as needed.
- Plan and lead vocal warm-ups, sight-reading exercises for classes and performances.
- Lead rehearsals and conduct performances in the absence of the ensemble director.
- Perform as a vocalist or accompanist as deemed necessary by the ensemble director.
- Instruct instrumentalists in the techniques, styles, and performance practices for accompanying African American vocal/choral music.
- Create and record instrumental tracks for part recordings, rehearsals and performances
- Create and maintain a book of instrumental scores for rehearsals and concerts.
- Communicate with band members and plan musician's rehearsals.
- Assist with planning and programming the Extensions of the Tradition concert.
- Rehearse the band in preparation for rehearsals and performances.
- Assist with the organization and cataloging of music in the AAAI's archives.
- Fulfill other tasks as deemed necessary by the executive director or ensemble director.
Note: This position is for Academic Year: 2021-2022, and is a 10-month academic appointment. Required Qualifications Currently enrolled and in good standing as a full-time student in a graduate degree program at IU Bloomington and two years of experience playing keyboard in a rhythm section whose repertoire includes gospel or related styles, and one year of experience teaching/directing an ensemble, or serving as the ensemble's leader. Excellent instrumental performance skills in gospel and other Black choral traditions. Vocal skills adequate to assist and lead the entire ensemble if necessary. Demonstrated ability to accompany soloists and choral groups. Ability to arrange music for rhythm instruments in gospel and other Black popular and choral music styles. Basic knowledge of instruments (acoustic and electronic keyboards, guitars, bass, drums, and other rhythm instruments) and instrumental technology, including drum machines and sequencers. Proficiency in using music writing and sequencing software. Demonstrated understanding and appreciation of Black performance styles. Demonstrated excellence in instructing rhythm sections. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel. Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer service orientation. Ability to effectively communicate and exchange information with a wide diversity of individuals. Schedule that allows flexibility for attendance during scheduled class time, rehearsals, performances, and other required activities. Preferred Qualifications Graduate Work Study eligible. Excellent instrumental performance skills with keyboard. Working Conditions / Demands The Associate Instructor must: - Attend staff meetings, orientation and training sessions, rehearsals, and performances as assigned.
- Maintain office hours as required by the director.
- Be present and prompt at all job-related events and meetings.
- Take responsibility for security and care of university equipment and facilities assigned for use.
- Adhere to AAAI policies and procedures, policies and procedures outlined in the IU Handbook for Student Academic Appointees, and other IU publications governing students, faculty, and staff.
Must be a Bloomington campus student and may not concurrently hold a position as Associate Instructor, Graduate Assistant, or Research Assistant, nor be committed to other full-time or part-time work. Expected to work evening hours and work weekend events as needed. Advertised Salary $10,000 stipend disbursed in 10 monthly payments, a 30-credit hour fee remission with a maximum of 12 credit hours per semester and 6 credit hours during the summer, and health insurance coverage from August 1, 2021 through July 31, 2022. Work Hours 20 hours per week, 50% of Full-Time Equivalent. The ensemble class meets on Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:00 to 4:30 p.m., subject to change each semester. A schedule of auditions, performances, and rehearsals held outside of class time, and other required events is posted at the beginning of each semester. The Instrumental Coach is required to attend all auditions, class sessions, rehearsals, performances, meetings and other required events, some of which are scheduled in evenings and on weekends, within and outside of Bloomington. At the ensemble director's discretion, the Instrumental Coach must hold regular office hours, and work flexible hours on music arrangements and other performance and course related materials. Job Classification Salary Plan: HS Salary Grade: HS FLSA: Nonexempt Job Function: Student Temporary Posting Disclaimer Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time. This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date. If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments. Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information . Campus Safety and Security The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online . You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD. |
