Assistant Director Of Bands

University of Maryland School of Music

College Park, Maryland, US
$60,000 - $65,000 py
Experience writing drill and music arrangements
Strong musicianship
Experience with collegiate athletic bands
Assist in the teaching and administration of the UMD Athletic Band program, co-teaching the "Mighty Sound of Maryland" Marching Band

Job Summary

  • Assist in the teaching and administration of the UMD Athletic Band program, co-teaching the "Mighty Sound of Maryland" Marching Band.
  • Lead the instruction and administration of the Maryland Pep Band and conduct the University Band for both fall and spring semesters.
  • Teach Marching Band Pedagogy and recruit students to the athletic band program, undertaking additional assignments based on skills and program needs.

Matching Summary

Assist in the teaching and administration of the UMD Athletic Band program, co-teaching the "Mighty Sound of Maryland" Marching Band.

Salary

$60,000 - $65,000

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience writing drill and music arrangements
  • Strong musicianship
  • Experience with collegiate athletic bands
  • Strong communication, planning, & organizing skills
  • Administrative & organizational experience

Nice-to-have

  • Experience arranging music for marching band
  • Student leadership training
  • Marching band pedagogy
  • Designing halftime shows
  • Working with outdoor sound amplification
  • Scholarly/creative contributions
  • Recruiting students at the collegiate level
  • Commitment to diverse populations

Key Requirements

  • Master of Music degree in wind conducting
  • Three years of successful teaching experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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