Company Pianist

This role offers the unique opportunity to work in an environment where your playing isn’t just heard—it’s felt in every movement on stage. What You’ll DoProvide musical support for rehearsals and performances, collaborating closely with conductors, other musicians, dancers, and ballet masters.Prepare and study scores for company repertoire for rehearsal, ensuring musical excellence in every performance.Bring company classes to life with dynamic, sensitive, and responsive piano accompaniment.Offer an inspiring range of repertoire and creative improvisations tailored to class and rehearsal needs.Work as part of a tight‑knit artistic team—including musicians, dancers, choreographers, and backstage crew—to create unforgettable performances.What We’re Looking ForProven Experience: At least 3 years accompanying ballet classes, rehearsals, or professional dance programs (professional company experience preferred).Ballet Fluency: Deep knowledge and experience with ballet terminology, class structure, and classical ballet repertoire.Exceptional Musicality: Professional‑level pianist with outstanding sight‑reading, score interpretation, and improvisation skills, plus the ability to adapt instantly to tempo and dynamic changes.Endurance & Adaptability: The stamina to maintain musical quality over long sessions and the flexibility to respond to the evolving needs of the studio.Collaborative Spirit: Excellent communication skills, openness to feedback, and the ability to work gracefully with diverse personalities in a fast‑paced artistic environment.Professional Integrity: Reliability, punctuality, and a commitment to ongoing artistic growth.EducationBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Music, Piano Performance, or equivalent professional experience providing accompaniment for dancers and ballet. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) are instrumental in the fulfillment of our mission and values. We are an Equal Opportunity EmployerWe provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Our programs are recognized and awarded for excellence and are delivered at the highest standard.ENGAGED: We are proud to be part of a company that produces art and trains artists.

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