Title: International Summer Music Institute Violin Faculty

Employee Classification:

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Music

Department: UNT-Instrumental Studies-134320

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $60 per hour

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

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Department Summary

The division of Instrumental Studies offers Bachelor of Music, Master of Music, and Doctor of Musical Arts performance degrees with specialization in: violin, viola, violoncello, double bass, harp, guitar, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba, percussion, and multiple woodwinds. Current and former students have won prizes in major instrumental competitions of every genre, and are appointed to professional positions in orchestras, wind symphonies, and universities/conservatories spanning the world.

Position Overview

Established in 2014, ISMI (formerly known as Summer String Institute) has proven to be a successful asset to the student recruitment in the College of Music. Over 46 participants have enrolled in BM, MM, and DMA degrees. ISMI also serves the music community in the Metroplex and even attracts participants from around the world.

Faculty members of the UNT International Summer Music Institute (ISMI) teach 45-minute-long one-on-one applied lessons. Each ISMI participant receives three 45-minute lessons during one ISMI session.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in music or closely related field, recommendation by UNT faculty member.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of standard violin and string chamber music repertoire, with a respect to teach students at a variety of levels.
• Experience advising and mentoring students within an academic setting.
• Professional orchestral performance experience.
• University teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Required License/Registration/Certifications

N/A

Job Duties:

N/A

Work Schedule:

Hours will be consistent with posted daily hours for ISMI camp from July 6-July 13, 2024.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here .

EEO Statement:

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