2024-2025 Job opening with the Tetra String Quartet
Job Title: Violist/Teaching Artist/Co-Artistic Director (Download posting HERE)
Job Description: The Tetra String Quartet is seeking a highly skilled and experienced viola player to join the ensemble as a performer, teaching artist and co-artistic director. The ideal candidate is a passionate and accomplished musician with a strong commitment to music education and arts administration. Read about Tetra’s mission here: https://www.tetraquartet.org
Responsibilities:
Perform viola in the Tetra String Quartet, including all concerts, rehearsals, school residencies, community outreach, and recordings
Teach chamber music ensembles for students of ages 10-18 at the Tetra Chamber Music Institute and in school residencies
Develop and implement new educational outreach programs and initiatives for the string quartet
Assist with the administrative duties of the string quartet, such as scheduling, marketing, and fundraising
Participate in all weekly administrative meetings and monthly board meetings
Morning rehearsals on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Tetra Chamber Music Institute Tuesday evenings 4-8:30pm
Emphasis on teaching chamber music:
In addition to the above responsibilities, the ideal candidate will have a strong interest in teaching chamber music. This may involve teaching students how to play together in a small ensemble, coaching students on their chamber music repertoire, and developing new chamber music programs and initiatives for the organization. The candidate should also be able to demonstrate their own commitment to chamber music through their performance experience and teaching philosophy.
Qualifications:
Bachelor or Master's degree in viola or violin performance or a related field
3+ years of experience performing in a professional ensemble setting
2+ years of experience teaching viola
2+ years of group teaching experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Previous experience in community outreach programs and a strong background in public speaking; or, an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience to be determined by department
Other desirable qualifications:
Non-profit organization experience
Experience serving on a board of directors
Fundraising and marketing experience
Compensation and Benefits:
This is a part-time position, based in Phoenix, Arizona. The start date is negotiable.
20-25k estimated annual compensation
Opportunities for professional development and travel
Collaborative and supportive work environment
To Apply:
Please submit your CV, cover letter, and a link to a recent performance video (First movement exposition of a major concerto and a movement of solo Bach) to tetra@tetraquartet.org
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Tetra String Quartet is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.