Collaborative Pianist

JOB POSTING

Title: Collaborative Pianist

Reports to: Associate Director of Choirs

Benefits: No

Hours: Tuesdays, 2:15- 4:00 pm | January 9 – May 11, 2024

Location Bradley Elementary School, East Boston

OVERVIEW

Boston Children’s Chorus (BCC) harnesses the power of music to connect our city’s diverse communities, cultivate empathy and inspire social inquiry. Children, ages 7–18, come together across differences of race, religion, and socioeconomic status in a celebration of shared humanity and love of music. BCC bridges Greater Boston’s many diverse groups and fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion. Through intensive choral training and once-in-a-lifetime performing experiences locally, nationally, and around the world, BCC enhances the education and social development of youth as future leaders and global citizens in the 21st century. Collaborative pianists are a vital part of our organization, and their contributions support weekly rehearsals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Provide accompaniment for weekly rehearsals

· Prepare season repertoire ahead of rehearsals

· Maintain regular communication with choir Conductor(s) about rehearsal and repertoire plans

· Track and submit working hours weekly using our payroll platform, Justworks

· Maintain timely communication with the Associate Director of Choirs and choir conductor

· Perform with assigned choir for external performances, as requested by the Associate Director of Choirs

· Other duties as assigned by the Associate Director of Choirs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s degree in music

· Strong sight reading and comfort playing in multiple genres and styles

· Improvisation skills are preferred

· Experience in choral or vocal settings strongly preferred

· Ability to pass a background check

· General comfort and professionalism with young singers