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Accompanist

Evergreen, CO 80439, USA

Job Type

Part Time

How To Apply

Email a cover letter and resume to admin@evergreenchildrenschorale.com

About the Role

The Accompanist is responsible for providing the keyboard/piano accompaniment for all rehearsals and performances.

Requirements

The key responsibilities of this position are:

  • Be fully prepared to provide piano accompaniment of music that has been provided ahead of time.

  • Attend and accompany choir at all regular rehearsals, performances and off-site performances as delineated in the annual schedule and/or outlined in the contract.

  • Rehearsal Schedule Fall: Evergreen Lutheran Church 5980 County Hwy 73, Evergreen

  • Tuesdays from 4:30 - 6:30pm in September and October

  • Tuesdays AND Thursdays from 4:30 - 6:30pm in November

  • Performances: Center Stage in Evergreen, CO

  • Rehearsals: Dec 4, 5 and 6 from 4:30pm - 7pm

  • Performances: December 8 - 10th

  • Outside Appearances: Further outside performances, tbd and therefore not mandatory at this point

  • Be on time to rehearsals and stay as long as needed and/or requested by the Director.

  • Participate in the audition process by providing accompaniment and note/pitch check as instructed by the Director.  Assist in the selection process.

  • Auditions - August 22nd at 4:30pm at Evergreen Lutheran Church

  • Find your own substitute and make arrangements for payment if it is necessary to miss a rehearsal or performance as approved by the Director.

  • Arrange to transport, set-up and take-down ECC’s keyboard equipment or own keyboard to off-site rehearsals and performances.

  • Support all marketing and recruitment efforts of ECC.

  • Implement and uphold a code of respect, discipline and positive working atmosphere with all members, parents, and other staff/contractors.

  • Report to the Music Director and Business Manager.

  • The Accompanist should have experience working with children. Ideally, this experience should include both concert and musical theater performance. This accompanist should ideally have an ability to play chord charts, make key changes, sight read music and follow cues from the children and Director as needed.

  • Compensation is $80/rehearsal.

Non-Discrimination

The Evergreen Children's Chorale does not discriminate against any person or organization based on age, race, sex, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, marital status, gender, veteran status, military status, political service, affiliation or disability.



Please send a cover letter and resume to admin@evergreenchildrenschorale.com

About the Company

"Organization Background:
The Evergreen Children’s Chorale (ECC) is a 501(c)(3) community arts organization that was formed more than 31 years ago, in response to a need in the mountain area for a high-quality music performance ensemble specifically designed for children. ECC provides musical performance opportunities for youth in 2nd through 8th grade to fulfill our Mission and in accordance with our Guiding Principles:
Mission:
Inspiring and engaging young performers through quality experiences
that create community and nurture a love of the arts.
Guiding Principles:
● Pursue excellence in the performing arts
● Provide a fun, joyful and professional atmosphere
● Foster collaboration, teamwork and trust
● Connect to the heart of our community
● Cultivate empathy in a nurturing environment
● Respect individuality, diversity and inclusion
● Lead by example and with integrity
ECC has two ensembles: Prelude (2nd-4th grade) and Company (5th-8th grade). "

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