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We are seeking a Staff Accompanist who will provide musical accompaniment for the students at the Peabody Institute.

The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University advances a dynamic, 21st-century model of performing arts training in pursuit of its mission: to elevate the human experience through leadership at the intersection of art and education. Through its Conservatory for undergraduate and graduate studies and the Preparatory, Baltimore?s largest community performing arts school, Peabody empowers musicians and dancers from diverse backgrounds to create and perform at the highest level.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Accompany vocal and instrumental students during lessons, studio classes, and recitals.
• Sight-read and quickly learn diverse repertoire across various styles and periods.
• Attend rehearsals as scheduled and maintain a flexible availability.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional sight-reading skills and ability to learn music quickly.
• Strong knowledge of standard vocal and instrumental repertoire.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing schedules.

• Master's Degree in Piano Performance or Collaborative Piano.
• Experience in accompanying diverse instruments and vocalists.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Classified Title: Accompanist   
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MA  
Starting Salary Range: $18.25 - $31.89 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Casual / On Call 
Schedule: variable, up to 19 hours per week 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: Peabody Institute  
Department name: Accompanist   
Personnel area: Peabody 

About Johns Hopkins University

The Johns Hopkins University (JHU) was founded in 1876 as the nation's first research university, dedicated to bringing the benefits of discovery to the world. JHU is the largest private employer in Baltimore and Maryland, making a large economic impact in the city and state. We enroll more than 30,000 full- and part-time students across nine academic divisions, offering in-person and remote learning in over 400 programs. Not only are we located in Baltimore, but we also have a presence in Washington, D.C.

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