The University of South Carolina School of Music is accepting applicants for a Assistant or Associate Professor, 9-month, tenure-track, faculty position: Music Director/Conductor of Opera at USC and Collaborative Pianist. This position will begin August 16, 2025.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct fall and spring Opera at USC productions. This includes assisting in choosing repertoire and casts for the season, attending all room staging and onstage rehearsals, and attending casting auditions. Conduct all opera orchestra rehearsals and collaborate with the Director of Orchestras in determining orchestral versions and orchestra schedule. Supply supplemental coaching of singers cast in opera productions and coach student pianists on collaborative repertoire as needed. The successful candidate will maintain a record of performances, recordings, and publications at the regional, national and international level in accordance with tenure and promotion guidelines at the University of South Carolina.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in conducting or collaborative piano is preferred. Significant professional experience as a conductor and coach as well as university level/young artist program teaching experience desired. The successful candidate will be an outstanding conductor with a broad knowledge of operatic and song repertoire. A commitment to recruiting students, promoting the opera program and experience with community engagement is desired.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL OF MUSIC:
The School of Music vision statement identifies five core values: the pursuit of Excellence; devotion to Student Success; the production of Music Leaders; preparation of the Musician-Educator; and the creation of Diversely Skilled Musicians. The school encourages applications from candidates who demonstrate interests and abilities that align with these values.
APPLICATION:
Apply at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/176494. Upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a list of repertoire conducted in public performance, and information for three letters of recommendation. In addition, please include contact information for two additional professional references. Submit links to video recordings, including approximately 15 minutes of recent rehearsal footage and 30-45 minutes from recent performances. Additional supporting materials should not be provided unless requested. The search process will continue until the position is filled, but priority screening will begin on or shortly after December 1, 2024