Collaborative Pianist, Academy Program for Young Artists

Job Title

Collaborative Pianist, Academy Program for Young Artists

Requisition #

X00003.133

Job Type

Hourly (for Contract)

Position End Date (if applicable)

Location:

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

Posting

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 38 majors.

Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut'ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.

Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

About Mount Royal Conservatory

Mount Royal University's (MRU) Conservatory has played a pivotal role in Calgary's performing arts scene since 1911, enabling people of all ages and abilities to take part in the performing arts. No other performing arts organization has a comparable history or serves as large and diverse a community, from early childhood education through all stages of life. As an educational leader and innovator, it is the largest institution of its kind in Canada; the Conservatory is unique in the breadth and scope of its programming.

About the Academy Program

The Academy Program for Young Artists offers participants a comprehensive music education featuring a balanced, performance-based course of study, with inspiring opportunities to creatively work and perform with professional musicians and world-renowned instructors.

The Academy Program participants hone their performance skills and gain essential artistic experience in a variety of settings, including masterclasses and performances for audiences that may consist of peers, faculty members, guest artists and the public.

The Academy Program is divided into distinct levels: Junior, Intermediate, Associate and Senior.

The Academy Program's reputation is known and respected throughout the world, with many of its graduates being sought-after and continuing their musical studies in leading post-secondary music schools in Canada, the United States, and Europe.

About the Role

The Faculty of Continuing Education, Conservatory, invites applications for a Collaborative pianist for the Academy Program. The successful candidate will offer comprehensive training to students through weekly private sessions.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will offer comprehensive collaborative sessions to string students in the Academy Program.

Will be responsible for organizing weekly rehearsals with students during the Academic year.

Will need to be available for Academy activities (Masterclasses) on Monday afternoons and evenings.

Qualifications

The instructor must have good sight-reading skills and have the ability to learn repertoire quickly.

Must have experience with advanced string repertoire.

Must have prior experience as a collaborative pianist and have a deep interest in the role.

Must have a flexible mindset and a comfort level with unpredictable live performances.

Must have good communication skills and experience working with youth.

Masters Degree in piano performance preferred or several years' experience in piano performance and collaboration.

Audition Requirements for finalists

Beethoven Violin Sonata No. 4 in A minor, first mov't

Short solo piano piece (own selection)

Quick study piece to be sent 1-2 days prior to the audition

Sight reading

Audition dates: June 7 or 8, 2023 (Daytime).

For more information contact: [email protected]

A cover letter and curriculum vitae/resume should be submitted as part of your application in .pdf format. Please title your .pdf document as follows: Job Title, Requisition Number Title of Contents.pdf (ex. Credit Contract Faculty, X00000, Curriculum Vitae.pdf).

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Mount Royal University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to fostering diversity as a source of excellence, intellectual and cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome applications from those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, faculty and their scholarship including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual or gender identity, ethnic, national or socio-economic background, religion or age.