Job Title: Collaborative Pianist/Accompanist – Grand Philharmonic
Children’s and Youth Choirs

Season: September 2025 – April 2026

Compensation: commensurate with experience, payable monthly upon invoice

Position Overview:
The Grand Philharmonic Children’s and Youth Choir seeks a skilled and collaborative pianist/accompanist to support the artistic and musical goals of the ensemble. This role is essential to the success of rehearsals and performances, and it involves working closely with the Children and Youth Choir conductor and choristers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide professional piano accompaniment for all rehearsals and
    performances of the Youth Choir.
  • Lead sectional rehearsals as needed.
  • Offer musical leadership and support to choir members during rehearsals.
  • Occasionally assist the conductor of the GPC Children’s and Youth Choirs.
  • Collaborate in planning and communicating scheduling needs for the season

Qualifications:

  • Advanced piano skills and prior experience accompanying choral groups.
  • Strong collaborative and communication abilities.
  • Ability to lead sectionals and provide musical leadership to young singers.
  • Familiarity with choral repertoire for youth ensembles is an asset.

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be familiar with the choir’s policies and procedures, including the Child Protection Policy and Choir Handbook.
  • A current Vulnerable Sector Police Check is required (valid check on file until August 2026).

Schedule:
The weekly and seasonal schedule will be coordinated with the Children and Youth Choir artistic team based on the ensemble’s needs. The pianist is encouraged to review and confirm the season’s calendar in advance.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward a letter of interest and a CV outlining relevant experience to Mark Vuorinen at
markvuorinen@grandphilchoir.com. Any questions about this posting can also be directed to Mark at the above address.