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Adjunct Professor - Jazz/Show Choir Ensemble

Trine University · United States
Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 08, 2026

About the role

Adjunct Professor - Jazz/Show Choir Ensemble Adjunct Professor - Jazz/Show Choir Ensemble Adjunct Professor - Jazz/Show Choir Ensemble Part Time

Angola, Indiana

Summary:

The Trine University Music Program seeks a dynamic adjunct faculty member to lead the Jazz/Show Choir Ensemble beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Direct the Jazz/Show Choir in twice-weekly rehearsals, teaching proper diction, vowels, articulations, rhythms, intonation, vocal blend and balance, and color.
  • Provide instruction to students with a wide range of musical backgrounds.
  • Determine repertoire, prepare, and lead the ensemble in at least one public performance each semester.
  • Hold ensemble placement auditions for voice at the beginning of each semester.
  • Manage and organize Jazz/Show Choir Ensemble sheet music and uniforms.
  • Attend Music Program department meetings.
  • Work with the Director of the Music program on concert scheduling, program production, and logistics.

    • Additional teaching assignments may include teaching applied music lessons in voice in consultation with the Director of the Music program.

    Education and/or Experience:
  • Preferred:
  • Master's degree in vocal performance and
  • Experience working with a wide range of musical skill levels and styles, from beginner, intermediate, and advanced.
  • Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in music.
  • Five years of experience in ensemble direction or teaching experience at the community, university, or professional level.
  • Music performance experience.

    • For consideration, please submit a letter of interest addressing relevant expertise and experience; a curriculum vitae containing names and contact information for three references; copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts; and links to two (2) video examples of contrasting vocal jazz styles.

    Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

    Are you ready to join Trine?

    Trine University is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, genetic information, citizenship status, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law, unless such basis constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification. Trine will comply with its legal obligation to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs.

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