Job Title: Assistant Teaching Professor of Vocal Coaching and Collaborative Piano, 71719
Location: UMKC Volker Campus
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 36748
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UMKC Conservatory, Division of Music Performance

Job Description Responsibilities will vary, based on the needs of the Vocal Studies Area, and the expertise of the successful candidate, including: applied lesson vocal coaching, opera coaching, accompanying graduate level voice recitals (DMA, MM, Artist Certificate, Performers Certificate), teaching undergraduate-level courses in vocal diction (German, French, Italian) and graduate-level courses in vocal literature (German, French, American/British), musical preparation/conducting for opera scenes/chamber operas; coaching students in their collaborative piano activities; contribute to the enhancement of all facets of the Performance Division; collaborate musically and artistically, both within and outside of the university; contribute to the performance, academic, and service environments characteristic of a Conservatory within a university; enrich the cultural and civic environment of the diverse Kansas City metropolitan community.

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrated successful experience as a vocal coach/collaborative pianist in a university and/or professional opera setting; record of professional activity as a vocal coach/collaborative pianist at a regional level; comprehensive knowledge across all genres and styles of vocal repertoire; working knowledge of all primary singing languages and proficiency in IPA instruction, vocal diction and vocal literature; master’s degree in collaborative piano or piano performance required, DMA in Collaborative Piano or commensurate experience preferred; experience with operatic conducting desirable.

Full Time/Part Time

This is a nine month, ranked, non-tenure track, full time benefit eligible position. Position to start in Fall 2021.

Salary Competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Deadline

Review of application materials will begin June 4th, and will continue until the position is filled.

Application Instructions APPLICATION MATERIALS TO BE SUBMITTED ONLINE: Application form, application letter and curriculum vitae including educational background, previous academic appointments and artistic credentials. See position posting at UMKC Human Resources website: http://info.umkc.edu/hr/careers/academic-positions/ . Use search keywords "vocal coach."

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