Adjunct Faculty, Trombone

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Adjunct Faculty, Trombone Application Due: Open Until Filled; Priority application deadline is Nov. 20; Job will begin in January, 2027 Position Summary: The Townsend School of Music at Mercer University is searching for a trombone adjunct. This person would instruct students in applied trombone lessons and trombone studio, coordinate schedules, communicate effectively, encourage studio camaraderie through weekly lessons and studio time, and engage students in the teaching/learning process. They would structure etudes, exercises, and repertoire to meet short and long-term curricular goals. They would help with recruitment in their applied area. Mission Statement of the Townsend School of Music: The Townsend School of Music fosters excellence in musical learning within the context of a comprehensive university environment. Undergraduate and graduate studies prepare musicians for careers in performance, music education, sacred music, and music scholarship. Essential Responsibilities: ●Teach an undergraduate and graduate trombone studio ranging from 3-8 students, within-person/weekly lessons of 30-60 minutes (30 minutes for minors/ensemble scholarship students, an hour for majors) ●Attend brass juries at the end of each semester, recital hearings, and degree recitals ●Recruit and retain an outstanding studio of trombone majors, minors, and ensemble members Qualifications: ●Master's degree in music required ● Evidence of high quality, sustained performance and creative activity ● Record of success teaching undergraduate musicians and success of recruiting Application: Interested candidates should email Dr. Brittan Braddock, braddock_ba@mercer.edu, the following application materials: ●Cover Letter ●Curriculum Vitae ●Unofficial Transcripts ●A link to video recordings of two contrasting pieces not to exceed 15 minutes in length ●Contact information for 3 references ● Evidence of high quality, sustained performance and creative activity ● Record of success teaching undergraduate musicians and success of recruiting

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