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Accompanist - Bassist

Berklee College of Music

<p>Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY: The Ensemble Department is seeking a bass player to accompany students in ensemble classes. The guitarist will act as part of the "house band" for regularly scheduled Ensemble Department classes and periodic additional accompanying assignments for recitals, concerts, auditions, and special events. MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Music (preferred, but not required) Have a strong musical background in a wide range of styles. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Act as &#34;house band&#34; for regularly scheduled Ensemble Department classes. Participate in Ensemble and/or additional rehearsals. Accompany Visiting Artists' concerts, clinics, and workshops. Assist students and faculty during class time. Some nights/weekends may be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Excellent musicianship, especially the ability to groove A background in all Contemporary styles. Have complete technical command of the instrument. Sensitive to the needs of vocalists. Cultivate a supportive learning environment. Promote a climate of respect for personal and cultural differences. Value ethical behavior in all aspects of personal and professional life. Are self-critical, questioning, and committed to personal excellence and self-improvement. Demonstrate a willingness to take on big challenges and see them through. Hiring Range: The hourly rate for this role is $40 per hour. Please visit the Total Rewards page to learn more about the benefits of working at Berklee. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The position will remain open for applications until filled. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship. Diversity,...</p>

Boston

Guitar Accompanist

Berklee College of Music

<p>Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY: The Ensemble Department is seeking a guitar player to accompany students in ensemble classes. The guitarist will act as part of the "house band" for regularly scheduled Ensemble Department classes and periodic additional accompanying assignments for recitals, concerts, auditions, and special events. MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Music (preferred, but not required) Have a strong musical background in a wide range of styles. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Act as &#34;house band&#34; for regularly scheduled Ensemble Department classes. Participate in Ensemble and/or additional rehearsals. Accompany Visiting Artists' concerts, clinics, and workshops. Assist students and faculty during class time. Some nights/weekends may be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Excellent musicianship, especially the ability to groove A background in all Contemporary styles. Have complete technical command of the instrument. Sensitive to the needs of vocalists. Cultivate a supportive learning environment. Promote a climate of respect for personal and cultural differences. Value ethical behavior in all aspects of personal and professional life. Are self-critical, questioning, and committed to personal excellence and self-improvement. Demonstrate a willingness to take on big challenges and see them through. Hiring Range: The hourly rate for this role is $40 per hour. Please visit the Berklee Benefits page for a complete listing of the benefits. The above information on this position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by individuals within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all...</p>

Boston

Chair of Bass

Berklee College of Music

<p>Job Description: About Berklee and the Opportunity Berklee College of Music is the world’s leading institution for the study of contemporary music and the performing arts. Located in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, Berklee serves a diverse community of more than 6,000 students from over 100 countries and is supported by internationally recognized faculty, dedicated staff, and a global alumni network whose nearly 400 Grammy Awards reflect Berklee’s lasting impact on the music of our time. Berklee seeks an accomplished musician-educator and experienced academic leader to serve as Chair of the Bass Department. Reporting directly to the Dean of the Performance Division, the Chair provides academic, artistic, and administrative leadership for a dynamic department serving undergraduate and graduate bass principles - and a faculty of bass specialists across private instruction and bass labs. This appointment comes at a pivotal moment as Berklee continues to expand interdisciplinary learning, industry partnerships, and innovative performance opportunities for bass students worldwide. This is a 12-month administrative position with teaching responsibilities as assigned and approved by the Dean. The Chair works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and divisional leadership to advance curricular excellence, support faculty development, promote student success, and ensure responsible stewardship of departmental resources in alignment with Berklee policies, Faculty Union Agreement provisions, and institutional priorities. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking leader deeply grounded in bass performance and pedagogy, with fluency across jazz, classical, rock, R&B, Latin, gospel, and other popular musical styles, and inspired by Berklee’s mission to educate adaptable, creative...</p>

Boston

Session Engineer

Berklee College of Music

<p>Berklee College of Music is seeking a Session Engineer to support its recording studios and audio production facilities. This role involves operating and maintaining professional audio equipment, assisting with recording sessions, and ensuring high-quality sound production for various projects within an academic environment.</p>

Boston$20/hr

Guitar Teacher

Riff Music School

<p>Riff Music School is seeking a passionate and skilled Guitar Teacher to provide engaging lessons to students of all ages and skill levels. This role involves developing curriculum, fostering musical growth, and inspiring a love for guitar playing within a supportive learning environment.</p>

Denver$22–24/hr

Musician-Driven Audio Hardware Design Engineer

Blue Signal Search

<p>Blue Signal Search is seeking a Design Engineer to design and refine audio circuits that musicians want to use. This role involves turning product ideas into polished designs, collaborating with a tight-knit team to create innovative products. Candidates should have a degree...</p>

Chicago, IL

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