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Working/Functional Title

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Jazz Voice

Position Summary

The position summary includes:

• Teach Jazz voice to undergraduate and graduate students.
• Perform in the faculty jazz ensemble (Michigan State University Professors of Jazz)
• Teach Graduate Jazz Styles & Analysis course.
• Teach Jazz voice studio class.
• Teach and Coach Jazz Combos
• Mentor and guide students in professional activities
• Recruit and retain Jazz Vocal students.
• Engage in meaningful service to the College of Music, as assigned.
• Collaborate with faculty in the development of the program, curriculum content and pedagogy to ensure the quality of the student experience and student recruiting.

This is a tenure-track appointment assistant or associate professor beginning August 16, 2024.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Music

Minimum Requirements

Minium Qualifications include:

• Master’s degree in Music and/or equivalent professional experience
• Experience as a private teacher
• Expert in Jazz voice techniques

Commitment to promoting DEIAB

• Implement inclusive pedagogical strategies to increase assistance for students from underserved and first-generation students
• Applicant must provide a DEIAB statement—which describes their commitment to a diverse, equitable, inclusive, access, and belonging environment for students, faculty, and staff.  Describe how in your work life you address these issues and make these priorities actionable.

Desired Qualifications

Preferred or Desired Qualifications:

• Excellent performance ability
• Significant career as a professional Jazz vocalist
• Significant administrative and leadership skills

Advanced Skills Preferred

• Pedagogue in Blues-based improvisation and tradition (Jazz, Gospel, R&B)
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability in regard to the American Songbook
• Knowledge of Jazz vocal history
• Knowledge of Gospel and R&B traditions

Required Application Materials

To apply send letter of application, curriculum vitae, 3 audio recordings, the names/contact information for three references to:  Chairperson, Jazz Voice Search Committee, c/o LaConya Murchison, 215 Music Building, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, Applications will be reviewed continuously beginning on November 1, 2023, and will be accepted until the position is filled.

Applicants may be asked to submit or provide a link to 3 videos recordings at a later date.

Special Instructions

Applicants may be asked to submit or provide a link to 3 videos recordings at a later date.

Review of Applications Begins On

11/06/2023

Website

www.music.msu.edu

Department Statement

With 87 faculty members, the Michigan State University College of Music serves approximately 600 majors and offers a comprehensive range of degree programs from baccalaureate through the doctorate. For more information about the College, please visit our website at www.music.msu.edu

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