What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Faculty-String Orchestra and Applied Violin/Viola instructor position at Vermont State University?
Job Details
Description
Vermont State University, Castleton campus is seeking an exemplary violinist or violist to lead our String Orchestra/Quartet and teach applied violin and viola lessons to music majors and non majors. The successful appointee will rehearse the String Orchestra/Quartet once a week in preparation for an end of semester concert, and work once a week with individual violin/viola students. This position is for Spring 2025 with the possibility of renewal.
Key Responsibilities
String Orchestra Director: Choose appropriate repertoire, lead rehearsals and prepare students for an end of semester concert and possible run out concerts.
Applied Violin: Teach individual applied violin lessons to music majors and non music majors adhering to Music Program guidelines and expectations.
Applied Viola: Teach individual applied viola lessons to music majors and non music majors adhering to Music Program guidelines and expectations.
Job Qualifications
Experience playing and teaching violin and viola, working with string ensembles, and professional performing.
Minimum of 5 years experience teaching violin and viola to students of varied ages and ability.
Minimum of 5 years professional violin and viola playing experience.
Knowledge of repertoire appropriate for string ensemble and quartet.
Experience directing/leading string ensemble and quartets.
Description
Vermont State University, Castleton campus is seeking an exemplary violinist or violist to lead our String Orchestra/Quartet and teach applied violin and viola lessons to music majors and non majors. The successful appointee will rehearse the String Orchestra/Quartet once a week in preparation for an end of semester concert, and work once a week with individual violin/viola students. This position is for Spring 2025 with the possibility of renewal.
Key Responsibilities
String Orchestra Director: Choose appropriate repertoire, lead rehearsals and prepare students for an end of semester concert and possible run out concerts.
Applied Violin: Teach individual applied violin lessons to music majors and non music majors adhering to Music Program guidelines and expectations.
Applied Viola: Teach individual applied viola lessons to music majors and non music majors adhering to Music Program guidelines and expectations.
Job Qualifications
Experience playing and teaching violin and viola, working with string ensembles, and professional performing.
Minimum of 5 years experience teaching violin and viola to students of varied ages and ability.
Minimum of 5 years professional violin and viola playing experience.
Knowledge of repertoire appropriate for string ensemble and quartet.
Experience directing/leading string ensemble and quartets.
