The School of Music announces a position in Percussion Studies, to begin in September, 2001. Director of Percussion Studies. We are seeking an individual with both extensive performing credentials and substantial teaching experience. This is a tenure track appointment at the Assistant Professor rank.
Salary is competitive and dependent on experience and qualifications.
Studio instruction to include orchestral percussion at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and drum set techniques and vibraphone improvisation for undergraduate jazz studies majors. Ensemble responsibilities to include directing the University Percussion Ensemble and the Mallet Jazz Ensemble, coaching other small jazz ensembles, and organizing concerts for these groups. Duties may also include teaching courses in History of Jazz and American Popular Music, service on committees, and other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of the School of Music. Assertive recruitment efforts will be expected. Please send a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, and three current and confidential letters of reference.