Carnegie Mellon University:

College of Fine Arts:

Music Location:

Pittsburgh, PA Description:

The Carnegie Mellon University School of Music's Music Preparatory School is seeking an adjunct instructor of percussion. The Music Preparatory School is a dynamic pre-college program where professional musicians and educators inspire and train talented young musicians from across the Pittsburgh region. Serving students ages 4 to 18, the program is rooted in the belief that comprehensive, high-quality music education can transform lives and foster lifelong artistic growth. The curriculum pairs individualized instruction in piano, strings (violin, viola, cello, double bass), guitar, voice, and percussion with a broad spectrum of group classes, including Dalcroze Eurhythmics, Musicianship, Theory and Composition, and Jazz & Improvisation. The Preparatory School is an integral part of the Carnegie Mellon School of Music, offering aspiring young artists a strong foundation in both technical proficiency and creative expression.

Qualifications:

Applicants must have at least a Bachelor's degree in Percussion Performance and demonstrated experience teaching children.