Visiting Assistant Professor of Music

Responsibilities

• Provide private vocal coaching for singers in art song, opera, and other vocal literature
• Lead a weekly studio seminar (studio class)
• Provide musical direction for fall and spring opera productions
• Perform collaborative piano duties for faculty and student recitals and music department events
• Coordinate student and staff accompanists and provide occasional choir accompanying
• Teach a full-time load of approximately six courses spread over fall, January, and spring terms

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a vocal coach
• Breadth of familiarity with vocal literature
• Knowledge of diction and interpretation of primary singing languages
• Experience in accompanying instrumental repertoire
• Advanced sight-reading ability and the ability to learn music quickly
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative approach to music-making

Preferred Qualifications

• DMA in collaborative piano
• Experience in teaching and mentorship of students from diverse backgrounds

About the Company

Luther College is a liberal arts institution located in Decorah, Iowa, situated in the scenic Driftless region. We are committed to academic excellence, inclusion, and belonging, striving to realize a more equitable and socially just society through our educational mission.