What are the responsibilities and job description for the Music Dept - Student Jazz Accompanist II Job at St Olaf College in Northfield position at St Olaf College?
Job Description
Job Title : Student Jazz Accompanist
Classification : Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer : St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
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Department Name : Music
Unit Number (5 digits) : 11230
Length of Position : See Employment Authorization
Contact Person / Supervisor : Music Department AAA
Pay Rate (Check One) Standard Hourly Rate 12.00 Supervisory / Special Skills Hourly Rate
Description of the Position : (Purpose of the Position) :
To accompany jazz piano, saxophone and / or trombone students in studio classes and juries.
Transferable Skills :
Interpretive, collaborative, improvisational and performance abilities
Duties and Responsibilities :
Sightread jazz "lead sheet" scores in a combo context.
Participate in the creation and performance of "head" arrangements.
Improvise in a variety of jazz styles.
Engage in the process and discussion of interactive rhythm section playing.
Qualifications : (Education / Experience / Skills)
Proficient with jazz vocabulary on a rhythm section instrument.
Ability to serve in supportive and featured musical roles (comp and solo).
This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.
