Description
Teach undergraduate and graduate music courses in areas such as theory, history, performance, composition, music technology, and education; mentor students; direct ensembles; and pursue scholarly or creative activity. Combine teaching with research, performance, and service to the department and institution.
- • Evaluate and grade students' performances, compositions, projects, exams, and papers.
- • Demonstrate and teach vocal, instrumental, and ensemble techniques.
- • Prepare students for juries, recitals, auditions, licensure, and other assessments.
- • Prepare and deliver lectures and studios on topics such as music theory, aural skills, music history, pedagogy, and technology.
- • Organize ensembles or performance groups and direct rehearsals and concerts.
- • Develop course materials, including syllabi, assignments, repertoire lists, and handouts.
- • Lead and moderate class discussions, critiques, and masterclasses.
- • Stay current with developments in music scholarship, pedagogy, and technology through literature, conferences, and collaborations.
- • Advise students on degree plans, repertoire, practice strategies, and career pathways.
- • Maintain attendance, grades, juries, recital credits, and other required academic records.
- • Conduct research or creative activity in music and disseminate work through publications, recordings, scores, or performances.
- • Supervise teaching assistants, student teachers, internships, independent studies, and research projects.
- • Plan, assess, and revise curricula, courses, and instructional methods to meet program outcomes and accreditation standards.
- • Hold regular office hours to mentor and assist students.
- • Create, administer, and grade examinations, juries, and auditions, or oversee this work.
- • Participate in student recruitment, auditions, orientation, and placement activities.
- • Select and procure scores, instruments, software, textbooks, and performance repertoire.
- • Collaborate with faculty on curriculum, ensemble programming, research, and performance initiatives.
- • Serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
- • Participate in campus and community outreach, concerts, festivals, and workshops.
- • Inform students about concerts, masterclasses, competitions, and community music events.
- • Compile listening lists, bibliographies, and repertoire guides for outside study.
- • Organize and present student recitals, concerts, and showcases.
- • Perform administrative duties such as coordinating program areas or directing ensembles.
- • Advise and support student music organizations and honor societies.
- • Write grant proposals to secure funding for research, creative projects, or program needs.
- • Provide professional consulting or clinician services to schools, arts organizations, or industry partners.
- • Manage music facilities, labs, studios, and equipment, coordinating maintenance and instrument tuning.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
