We are looking for a talented pianist to play the piano for Academy classes on Sundays during term time.
Education
A stage management or arts qualification is desirable or relevant professional experience will be considered.
Qualifications & Experience
- Music degree or equivalent training
- Previous professional experience playing music for ballet classes is preferable but not essential, training and guidance can be provided.
- Piano playing should be of a professional level and a high standard of general musicianship.
- Site reading is not an essential part of this role.
- Able to respond to the ballet teachers requests in terms of time signature, tempo, and dynamic.
Key Responsibilities
- To play for Academy classes on Sunday mornings – music to be suitable for ballet class and to include improvisation and classical ballet music.
- To work with the class teacher to reflect their musical aims for each exercise.
- To maintain appropriate staff/student relationships.
Details
- Hours
- Part-time hours on Sundays during term time (9:45-11:15 – pianist will be able to claim 2hrs at their hourly rate)
- Additional hours may be available regularly on Saturdays 13:15-15:00
- Additional hours may be available for Intensives, and one-off events, including auditions, masterclasses etc.
- Rate of pay: In the region of £23 per hour, depending on experience.
Application Process
Please submit a copy of your CV, along with a brief covering letter stating why you would like to be considered for this role, to hradmin@northernballet.com by Friday 6 September, 2024.
Positions are subject to the successful candidate holding or obtaining a full enhanced DBS which must be registered on the update service.
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Header image from Academy Masterclass taken by Emily Nuttall.