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Salary: $30-$45/hour. The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, market conditions, education/training, &

The Peabody Preparatory is pleased to announce an Adjunct Collaborative Pianist position in the String Department at the Frederick Campus, Peabody Preparatory. The successful candidate will join a highly skilled and dedicated string faculty as part of a vibrant and active department committed to helping all students achieve their potential; we embrace the novice musician as well as the serious student aspiring toward a career in music. The potential exists for this position to grow into a larger position by accompanying other instruments, such as voice. 

Artistic Responsibilities:

The collaborative pianist works closely with the Chair of the Preparatory String Department and the Manager of the Accompanying Program to schedule solo accompanying and group class assignments. Duties include:

• accompanying group classes, studio classes, recitals, and other String Department events
• meeting independently as necessary with string students for rehearsal and coaching.

Responsibilities, including weekly group class, rehearsals, recitals, and occasional external events, will be 3 hours per week for our 32-week academic year.

About us:

Established in 1894, the Peabody Preparatory boasts a rich history of nurturing musical talent. With approximately 2,500 students passing through its doors every week, the school is Maryland's premier community school for music and dance.

The Peabody Preparatory welcomes students of all ages and levels of ability, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can discover and develop their musical potential. Offerings range from early childhood classes that spark a lifelong love of music and dance, to programs designed for adults and professional dancers and musicians seeking to hone their skills.

Located in downtown Baltimore and sharing space with the renowned Peabody Conservatory, the Preparatory also extends its reach through four satellite campuses in the communities of Towson, Annapolis, Frederick, and Howard County, MD.

Reports to: String Department Chair, Accompanying Program Manager

Classification: Adjunct (3 hours per week) 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music and or music education required. Master's degree or equivalent experience and training preferred. 
• Experience as a classical collaborative artist and coach/pianist
• Knowledge of classical string repertoire - violin, viola, and cello
• Familiarity with Suzuki Violin/Viola/Cello repertoire a plus
• Knows how to work supportively with string students of all levels
• Available evenings and weekends for group classes and recitals
• Independent transport to all of Peabody's campuses, including Frederick (main duty), Towson, and Howard County, as well as the downtown Mt. Vernon location (occasionally as needed).

Application Instructions

Please include:

1. Cover letter
2. Résumé
3. Please include a link to 1-3 recordings (no more than 10 minutes total) of collaborative performance(s) with solo string instrument or ensemble.  Please upload as an unlisted YouTube link or playlist and include the link in your application 
4. 3 references

Applications received before December 1, 2024 will be given preference, but the position will remain open until filled.

About Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University remains committed to its founding principle, that education for all students should be grounded in exploration and discovery. Hopkins students are challenged not just to learn but also to advance learning itself. Critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, and entrepreneurship are all encouraged and nourished in this unique educational environment. After more than 130 years, Johns Hopkins remains a world leader in both teaching and research. Faculty members and their research colleagues at the university's Applied Physics Laboratory have each year since 1979 won Johns Hopkins more federal research and development funding than any other university. The university has nine academic divisions and campuses throughout the Baltimore-Washington area. The Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, the Whiting School of Engineering, the School of Education and the Carey Business School are based at the Homewood campus in northern Baltimore. The schools of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing share a campus in east Baltimore with The Johns Hopkins Hospital. The Peabody Institute, a leading professional school of music, is located on Mount Vernon Place in downtown Bal...timore. The Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies is located in Washington's Dupont Circle area.

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