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Longy School of Music of Bard College prepares graduate students to make a difference in the world through their artistry. Longy students work closely with our faculty to create bold projects that challenge the status quo and give them the opportunity to explore their interests. Our curriculum prioritizes real-world experience that empowers students to build vibrant careers in music and effect change in their communities.
The Artist-Teacher of Vocal Studies position is a unique opportunity for an educator who wants to be part of this mission. We’re looking for a mentor and guide who can help students discover their artistic identities as they develop the skills, artistry, and passion needed for a multi-faceted, entrepreneurial career.
Longy is seeking applications for a faculty member who is a leader and a coach, who sees the potential in every student. Candidates should have the skills needed to help students develop their interests and curiosity, prepare a graduate recital, and embark on a career. The candidate’s own career should include diverse music-making experiences and projects.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide innovative weekly, hour-long private lessons to graduate-level musicians, and provide professional feedback.
- Creatively incorporate the Longy mission into private lessons: "to prepare musicians to make a difference in the world.”
- Actively recruit high-level graduate vocal studies students to Longy.
- Attend graduate student admission auditions, recitals, and provide professional feedback.
- Take steps to raise the profile of the Longy School and its Vocal Studies Department.
- Propose and teach courses or ensembles outside of studio lessons if desired, when opportunities arise.
Qualifications
A qualified candidate must possess an outstanding record as a teacher and performer and must have followed a multi-faceted career path. A degree in music or demonstrated equivalent is required. We are also interested in other musical qualifications – such as conducting experience and expertise; language fluencies; and any other professional skills related to the vocal studies field.
To Apply
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any supporting materials directly through Longy's ADP Career Portal. Applicants who do not address the specific Longy mission and vision in their cover letter will not be considered. Longy’s priority deadline for this role is November 30, 2023.
About Longy
Because the world needs music now more than ever, Longy has reimagined conservatory education. We are leading the seismic shift, by centering music as social change, expanding the world’s understanding of what a life in music can mean. We prepare you to engage new audiences, teach anyone, anywhere — and make a difference with your music.
Longy is a degree‐granting institution that serves over 300 students from over 35 states and 25 countries at its Conservatory campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded as Longy School of Music in 1915 by renowned oboist Georges Longy, Longy is a conservatory with a social imperative, providing for all students a distinguished faculty that promotes profound musical understanding and technical prowess, encourages growth of imagination, and fosters inquiry about the role of music and the musician in society. Longy’s mission is to prepare musicians to make a difference in the world.
Longy School of Music of Bard College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, or age. Longy values the diversity of its community.
