— The Atlanta Music Project —
Work at AMP
— The Atlanta Music Project —
Work at AMP
— The Atlanta Music Project —
Work at AMP
THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT
ANNOUNCES PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR
COLLABORATIVE PIANIST
$52.50/hour, Starting August 2023
NOTE TO APPLICANTS:
Please follow application instructions listed at the end of this job description
Summary of Position
The Atlanta Music Project seeks trained pianists to join our faculty as Collaborative Pianists. The Collaborative Pianist will accompany the AMP Youth Choirs in rehearsal and performance; accompany AMP Academy students in their solos recitals, adjudications, and auditions recordings; perform with AMP faculty, guest artists and ensembles in a variety of settings, including chamber music, concertos, collaborative concerts. AMP will hire multiple Collaborative Pianists to provide coverage for all genres of music. Trained pianists with experience in various musical genres are encouraged to apply, including classical, jazz, improvisation and mainstream music. The successful candidate will possess an unyielding commitment to empowering youth to realize their possibilities through music. These positions report to the relevant Program Manager or Associate.About the Atlanta Music Project
Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project provides world-class music training supporting youth growth and development. Operating in under-resourced communities, AMP’s mission is to empower youth to realize their possibilities through music. In addition to after-school learning sites providing band, orchestra and choir instruction, AMP's programs include: the AMP Academy, providing advanced musical training to AMP’s most talented and dedicated students; the AMP Preparatory School for elementary school-aged musicians; the AMP Summer Series, a music festival and school; and the AMP Youth Orchestras and Choirs. AMP also has a college and career program supporting AMP alumni. With a projected 2023-20224 annual operating budget of $2.9MM, AMP will serve over 500 young musicians. AMP music ensembles perform more than 50 concerts annually, performing in venues all across Atlanta, from community centers to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMP music ensembles have performed alongside international stars such as the Harlem Quartet, electric violinist Lindsey Stirling, cellist Sterling Elliott, operatic baritone Ed Parks, rapper Lecrae, R&B singer Monica, and The Imani Winds. AMP musicians can be seen performing with rapper T.I. on NPR's Tiny Desk concert series. AMP's young musicians have successfully auditioned for Georgia All-State ensembles, the Atlanta Opera, and have concertized as far away as Los Angeles, Aspen, Mexico City and Scotland. AMP is a 2019 winner of ArtsATL’s Luminary Award for Arts Education and a 2018 winner of Emory University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award. In 2016 and 2017, the White House named AMP one of the top 50 youth arts programs in the nation. AMP’s existence is a direct result of the 2009 TED Prize, which was awarded to Dr. Jose Antonio Abreu, founder of Venezuela’s El Sistema. AMP’s co-founders were members of the Sistema Fellows Program at the New England Conservatory in Boston. AMP’s current and past funders include Carnegie Hall, PwC, Bank of America, the Chick-fil-A Foundation, the Coca-Cola Foundation, Mailchimp, The Zeist Foundation, the Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation, the Harland Charitable Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Fulton County Arts Council, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Music Foundation and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. AMP’s partners and collaborators include the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton State University, and the Chestnut Family Foundation. AMP is a member of “El Sistema USA,” the National Alliance of El Sistema Inspired Programs. For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.orgResponsibilities:
- Learn, understand and represent the AMP philosophies for uplifting youths, families and communities through the pursuit of musical excellence
- Accompany AMP Youth Choir rehearsals and performances
- Accompany AMP Academy students in solo recitals, adjudications and recorded auditions
- Perform with AMP ensembles, faculty, and guest artists
- Conduct relevant ensemble as requested
- Execute additional artistic and administrative tasks as necessary
Ideal candidate will possess:
- A Bachelor of Music
- Collaborative Pianist experience
- Passion for music as a vehicle for positive social change
- Experience working (music-related or other) with disadvantaged, urban/rural youth
- Exemplary music performance ability/experience
- Exemplary teaching ability/experience
- Ability to inspire, work with and mentor youths ages 6 and up
- Excellent inter-personal skills and be comfortable working in a team
- Ability to adapt, be flexible and have a sense of humor
To Apply
Email resume to jobs@atlantamusicproject.org with subject “Collaborative Pianist” no later than August 18, 2023. Interviews and teaching auditions will be held on a rolling basis. This position may be filled prior to the application deadline. It is the policy of the Atlanta Music Project not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.Job Features
Job Category
AMP Academy, AMPlify Choral
THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT ANNOUNCES PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR COLLABORATIVE PIANIST $52.50/hour, Starting August 2023 NOTE TO APPLICANTS: Please follow application instructions listed at the end of th...
THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT
ANNOUNCES PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR
AMP Academy Violin Teaching Artist (Private Lessons)
$50-$65/hour, Starting Immediately
NOTE TO APPLICANTS:
Please follow application instructions listed at the end of this job description
Summary of Position
The Atlanta Music Project seeks trained musicians and music educators to join our faculty as AMP Academy Teaching Artists. In alignment with the Atlanta Music Project (AMP) mission, the AMP Academy Teaching Artists will be responsible for the individual teaching and development of AMP Academy students. The AMP Academy provides advanced musical training to AMP’s most talented and dedicated students. AMP Academy students receive a weekly private lesson, perform three recitals per year, perform in masterclasses and complete an annual jury. They must also audition for Georgia All-State ensembles. The successful candidate will possess an unyielding commitment to empowering youth to realize their possibilities through music.About the Atlanta Music Project
Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project provides world-class music training supporting youth growth and development. Operating in under-resourced communities, AMP’s mission is to empower youth to realize their possibilities through music. In addition to after-school learning sites providing band, orchestra and choir instruction, AMP’s programs include: the AMP Academy, providing advanced musical training to AMP’s most talented and dedicated students; the AMP Preparatory School for elementary school-aged musicians; the AMP Summer Series, a music festival and school; and the AMP Youth Orchestras and Choirs. AMP also has a college and career program supporting AMP alumni. With a projected 2023-20224 annual operating budget of $2.9MM, AMP will serve over 500 young musicians. AMP music ensembles perform more than 50 concerts annually, performing in venues all across Atlanta, from community centers to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMP music ensembles have performed alongside international stars such as the Harlem Quartet, electric violinist Lindsey Stirling, cellist Sterling Elliott, operatic baritone Ed Parks, rapper Lecrae, R&B singer Monica, and The Imani Winds. AMP musicians can be seen performing with rapper T.I. on NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series. AMP’s young musicians have successfully auditioned for Georgia All-State ensembles, the Atlanta Opera, and have concertized as far away as Los Angeles, Aspen, Mexico City and Scotland. AMP is a 2019 winner of ArtsATL’s Luminary Award for Arts Education and a 2018 winner of Emory University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award. In 2016 and 2017, the White House named AMP one of the top 50 youth arts programs in the nation. AMP’s existence is a direct result of the 2009 TED Prize, which was awarded to Dr. Jose Antonio Abreu, founder of Venezuela’s El Sistema. AMP’s co-founders were members of the Sistema Fellows Program at the New England Conservatory in Boston. AMP’s current and past funders include Carnegie Hall, PwC, Bank of America, the Chick-fil-A Foundation, the Coca-Cola Foundation, Mailchimp, The Zeist Foundation, the Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation, the Harland Charitable Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Fulton County Arts Council, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Music Foundation and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. AMP’s partners and collaborators include the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton State University, and the Chestnut Family Foundation. AMP is a member of “El Sistema USA,” the National Alliance of El Sistema Inspired Programs. For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.orgResponsibilities:
- Learn, understand and represent the AMP philosophies for uplifting youths, families and communities through the pursuit of musical excellence
- Teach private lessons to AMP Academy students
- Choose, prepare and/or arrange appropriate repertoire for private lessons
- Liaise with parents/families of AMP Academy students
- Coordinate and cooperate with the AMP Academy Program Associate in keeping track of AMP students’ attendance and musical progress
- Execute additional administrative tasks as necessary
Ideal candidate will possess:
- A Bachelor and/or Master of Music (preferred)
- Passion for music as a vehicle to empower youth
- Exemplary teaching ability, including middle school and high school students
- Exemplary music performance ability/experience
- Experience working (music-related or other) with disadvantaged, urban/rural youth is a plus
- Ability to inspire, work with and mentor youths
- Excellent inter-personal skills and be comfortable working in a team
- Ability to adapt, be flexible and have a sense of humor
To Apply
Email resume to jobs@atlantamusicproject.org with subject “AMP Academy TA – Your Instrument” (example subject: AMP Academy TA – Violin) no later than August 18, 2023. Interviews and teaching auditions will be held on rolling basis. This position may be filled prior to the application deadline. It is the policy of the Atlanta Music Project not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.Job Features
Job Category
AMP Academy
THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT ANNOUNCES PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR AMP Academy Violin Teaching Artist (Private Lessons) $50-$65/hour, Starting Immediately NOTE TO APPLICANTS: Please follow application in...