On-Campus Adjunct Instructor, Wind Symphony

About this position

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide. Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you. This position is based in the following office location: Manchester, NH The opportunity The Adjunct Instructor for Wind Symphony directs and conducts a collegiate and community concert band ensemble while fostering musical excellence, collaboration, and artistic growth among students. The instructor will plan and lead weekly rehearsals, prepare students and community members for performances, and create an engaging learning environment that develops musicianship, ensemble performance skills, and an appreciation for wind band literature. The Following Course Is Available To Teach MUS140 - Instrumental Music Ensemble (Mondays, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.) What You'll Do Plan and conduct a weekly 2-hour Wind Symphony rehearsal.Direct and conduct rehearsals and performances for a mixed-instrument wind ensemble.Select, prepare, and interpret wind band repertoire appropriate for the ensemble's skill level and educational goals.Teach and reinforce musicianship, ensemble techniques, performance practices, and stylistic interpretation.Recruit students to participate in wind symphony by promoting the opportunity through campus outreach, student engagement, and collaboration with music faculty and program partners.Develop students' and community members' technical proficiency, listening skills, and ensemble awareness.Prepare ensemble for concerts, campus performances, and other public events as required.Assess student participation, attendance, preparation, and performance observing course requirements.Maintain

Requirements

• Master's degree in Music, Instrumental Conducting, Music Education, Wind Conducting, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated experience conducting concert bands, wind ensembles, or similar instrumental groups
• Strong knowledge of wind band literature, rehearsal techniques, score study, and ensemble pedagogy
• Experience working with brass, woodwind, and percussion students
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse musical and educational backgrounds

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