Davidson College invites applications for a regular appointment in music history or music theory, with an initial two-year appointment at the Assistant Professor level to begin August 1, 1997. Applicants should be able to teach undergraduate-level courses in American music (classical, jazz, folk, and rock idioms) as well as in their area of degree and specialization. The Ph.D. is required, and previous teaching experience is highly desirable. Send vita, small sample of writing, and three confidential letters of reference: William D. Lawing, Chair, Department of Music, Post Office Box 358, Davidson, NC, 28036. Deadline for application is December 1. Davidson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer; women and minorities are encouraged to apply. NB: Representatives of Davidson College will conduct interviews at the AMS meeting in Baltimore and the SMT meeting in Baton Rouge. Mauro Botelho Associate Professor of Music Music Department Davidson College P. O. Box 358 Davidson, North Carolina 28036 Office: 704-892-2355 704-892-2357 Fax: 704-892-2593 mabotelho@davidson.edu http://www.davidson.edu/academic/music/mabotelho/mabotelho.html
MUSICOLOGIST, ETHNOMUSICOLOGIST, OR MUSIC THEORIST SPECIALIZING IN EUROPEAN
MUSIC TO 1600, OR IN AMERICAN VERNACULAR MUSIC OF THE 20TH CENTURY
The Cornell University Department of Music seeks a scholar with expertise
in European music before 1600, or in American vernacular musics of the 20th
century (which may include jazz). The successful candidate will have a
broad knowledge of music and scholarship, a doctorate (or equivalent
professional accomplishment), an interest in teaching non-majors, music
majors and graduate students, and outstanding scholarly potential with
promise of establishing an international reputation.
The appointment, to commence in July 1997, is an entry-level position at
the rank of assistant professor. The full-time, tenure-track position will
be for a three-year term with the possibility of renewal.
We seek someone who, in addition to having a specialist's knowledge in one
of the principal areas mentioned above, has wide-ranging musical and
intellectual interests. Candidates will be favored who are prepared to
teach and supervise students interested in a broad spectrum of musical
styles and scholarly problems. We will welcome professional-level musical
or scholarly skills beyond those implied by the candidate's principal
subject-area, especially those that may complement our present course
offerings.
Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and at least three
letters of recommendation to:
Neal Zaslaw, chair
Search Committee
Department of Music
Lincoln Hall
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853-4101
Review of applications will begin on or after December 1, 1996, and
continue until the position is filled. Information about Cornell's Music
Department may be found on the Internet at
http://www.arts.cornell.edu/music/index.html
Cornell University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
POSITION/RANK: Asst. Prof - Dir. of Choral Activities INSTITUTION: Montclair State University QUALIFICATIONS: Masters in mud. ed., perf. or related field. At least 4 yrs of middle/secondary pub. school and/or coll. teaching exp. Doctorate or appropriate terminal degree req'd for tenure. Strong cond. and rehearsal skills, incl. knowledge of choral rep. Ability to teach voice and ug. and grad. vocal/choral mus. ed. .courses. Commitment to recruiting and to music as an intellectual discipline as well as a perf. art to recruiting JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct univ. choir, train and administer the work of the Madrigal Singers or other vocal chamber ensembles. Maintain productive relationship with public school choral directors and educators. Teach studio voice and methods courses in choral techniques . Other duties depend on candidate's area(s) of expertise. SALARY RANGE: dependent on quals. ITEMS TO SEND: vita, names of refs. No tapes now, please DEADLINE: Screening begins 10/22/96 [Applications will be accepted after Nov. 20, the release date of this issue of MTO. -- Editor] CONTACT: Dr. R. Miller Asst. Dean, School of the Arts Box C316-V36 Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 millerre@saturn.montclair.edu
POSITION/RANK: Asst. Prof - Orchestra Director INSTITUTION: Montclair State University QUALIFICATIONS: Masters in mus. ed., perf. or related field. At least 4 yrs middle/secondary or college teaching exp. Doctorate or approp. terminal degree req'd for tenure. Strong cond. and rehearsal skills, incl. knowledge of rep. Ability to teach strings and ug. and grad. instrumental music courses. Commitment to recruiting and to music as an academic discipline as well as a perf. art. JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Direct univ. orch. (string player pref'd). Build strong and productive relationship with public school orch. directors and music educators. Teach applied lessons, instrumental mus. ed. courses, conducting. Coach chamber ensembles. Other duties depend on candidate's area(s) of expertise. SALARY RANGE: salary dependent on qualifications ITEMS TO SEND: vita, names of refs. No tapes now, please. DEADLINE: screening begins 10/22/96 [Applications will be accepted after Nov. 20, the release date of this issue of MTO. -- Editor] CONTACT: Dr. R. Miller Asst. Dean, School of the Arts Box C316-V35 Montclair State Univ. Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 millerre@saturn.montclair.edu
POSITION/RANK: Music Theory, full-time, tenure-track position.
INSTITUTION: Colby College
QUALIFICATION: Ph.D. or ABD required. Some expertise and experience in
world music or any aspect of non-western music.
DUTIES: Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate theory,
non-western music theory or history, and/or courses in the candidate's area
of expertise. Effective date of employment is Fall/97.
SEND: Letter of application, dossier, three letters of recommendation.
DEADLINE: 1/15/97
CONTACT: Eva Linfield, Chair
Department of Music
Colby College
Waterville, ME 04901
For more information about the College, please see the Colby web page at:
http://www.colby.edu. Colby is an EO/AA employer and strongly encourages
applications from women and minorities.
Steve Saunders sesaunde@COLBY.EDU
POSITION/RANK: Professeur/50% d'un temps complet INSTITUTION: Ecole de musique, Universite Laval, Quebec QUALIFICATIONS: PhD complete ou sur le point de l'etre Publications dans des revues specialisees Conferences =E0 des societes savantes Interet pour la pedagogie universitaire Maitrise des outils informatiques appliques a la musique et interet pour les developpements dans ce domaine Capacite d'enseigner a tous les niveaux universitaires Capacite de travailler en equipe Capacite de travailler en francais JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Enseignement de cours de base d'analyse et d'ecriture au premier cycle Direction de theses, memoires et essais selon les champs de competence. Direction de projets de recherche dans le domaine Developpement d'instruments pedagogiques faisant appel a l'informatique. SALARY RANGE: Selon la convention collective ITEMS TO SEND: Offre de service et curriculum vitae DEADLINE: 15 novembre 1996 CONTACT: Monsieur Raymond Ringuette Directeur Ecole de musique Universite Laval Sainte-Foy (Quebec) Canada G1K 7P4 e-mail: Raymond.Ringuette@mus.ulaval.ca Tel. : (418) 656-5742 Fax : (418) 656-7365Back to Job Menu
University of Houston
Moores School of Music
Position Announcement
Music Theory
Teaching Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate- and graduate-
level Music Theory courses for music majors. Undergraduate
courses will include basic theory and ear training; upper-level
courses include twentieth-century techniques, counterpoint, form
and analysis. Graduate courses in areas of specialty, to include
post-tonal music. Essential duties include responsibilities in
thesis and doctoral document supervision.
Other Responsibilities: Professional activity, including
research and publication, will be expected. All faculty members
participate on various committees, as needed.
Qualifications: Essential qualifications include a Ph.D. in
Music Theory, demonstrated abilities in teaching (including
necessary keyboard skills), and a demonstrated capacity for
scholarly achievement. Expected qualifications include
experience with CAI; expertise in other technological
applications in music theory is desirable.
Date Available: August 1997. (Subject to funding approval.)
Rank and Salary: The proposed rank is Assistant Professor.
Salary will be commensurate with training and experience.
Application Deadline: Applications will be considered until the
position is filled; screening will begin in early February.
The University of Houston Moores School of Music is a
comprehensive school offering degree programs through the Doctor
of Musical Arts. Over 500 music majors attend classes on the
University's beautiful, park-like campus, located minutes from
downtown Houston. Construction is underway for a magnificent new
School of Music building, with completion set for Spring 1997.
The Moores School of Music has a distinguished faculty of over
fifty scholars, performing artists, composers, and music
educators. The Moores School of Music maintains close ties with
the Houston Symphony, Houston Grand Opera, and other major arts
organizations. The University of Houston is a state-supported
research university with over 30,000 students. More information
is available online at: www.uh.edu.music
Houston is America's fourth largest city, a vital force in the
commerce of the nation. It has established a flourishing
cultural life rivaled by few cities in the world. It enjoys the
amenities of a large metropolitan city within easy reach of the
Texas Gulf coast.
Application: Please send letter of application, complete resume,
and placement credentials, including transcripts and three
current letters of recommendation, to:
Chair, Music Theory Search Committee
Moores School of Music
University of Houston
Houston, TX 77204-4893
Please do not send examples of scholarly work until requested.
The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer.
Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are
encouraged to apply.
Submitted by:
John Snyder
jlsnyder@uh.edu
POSITION/RANK: Anticipated Vacancy: Asst. Prof., Music Theory/Composition INSTITUTION: Hofstra University QUALIFICATIONS: Completed Ph.D. in Music Theory with a strong background in Composition or Ph.D./DMA in Composition with a strong background in Music Theory required. Experience in college-level music-theory instruction, a record of professional and scholarly activity and substantial success as a composer also required. Emphasis in Twentieth-Century music and its analytical techniques prefered. JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach undergraduate/graduate courses in music theory, such as Harmony, Ear Training, Species and/or Eighteenth-Century Counterpoint, Orchestration, Band Scoring, Tonal and Post-Tonal Analysis, Private Instruction in Composition and other areas of specialization. Tenure track. SALARY RANGE: Salary dependent upon education and experience ITEMS TO SEND: Submit letter of application, resume, and names, addresses and phone numbers of five references. Please do not send samples of published work, scores or other supporting materials at this time. DEADLINE: January 31, 1997 CONTACT: Prof. Herbert Deutsch, Chair Music Department Emily Lowe Hall, 101B 112 Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11550-1090 E-mail: MUSHAD@hofstra.edu Fax: (516) 463-6393
POSITION/RANK: Asst. Prof., Music Theory INSTITUTION: The Catholic University of America QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should hold an earned doctorate (theory preferred) and have teaching experience at the college/university level. Knowledge of technology related to theory research and theory teaching is desirable, as are a record of publications and the ability to motivate, inspire, and recruit undergraduate and graduate students. JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching responsibilities may include: undergraduate harmony, sight singing and ear training, form and analysis, and graduate courses in theory. Nine-month renewable contract. SALARY RANGE: Dependent on qualifications and experience. ITEMS TO SEND: Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vita, and three current letters of recommendation. DEADLINE: December 9, 1996 (postmark) CONTACT: Professor Steven Strunk, Chairman Theory Search Committee c/o Office of the Dean Benjamin T. Rome School of Music The Catholic University of America Washington, D. C. 20064
POSITION/RANK: Assistant Professor of Theory/Electronic Music QUALIFICATION: Doctoral degree in theory or composition DUTIES: Teach courses in theory/musicianship, electronic music, composition, and related areas. Direct electronic music studio. Participate actively in core curriculum development, especially at the undergraduate level. Advise in the ongoing acquisition of technological hardware and software. Teach graduate courses and serve on masters and doctoral committees. SEND: letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of at least three references. Tapes and/or scores will be solicited later; do not send at this time. DEADLINE: Wednesday, January 22, 1977 CONTACT: Dr. Eddie Bass, Chair Theory/Composition Search Committee c/o Dr. Arthur R. Tollefson, Dean School of Music University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC 27412-5001 E-mail: ecbass@hamlet.uncg.edu Phone: 910 334-5911; 910 334-5789 Fax: 910 334-5497
SCHOOL OF MUSIC
COLLEGE OF THE ARTS
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
POSITION
Senior Scholar in Music Cognition
RANK AND SALARY
Associate Professor or Professor; nine-month tenured or tenure-
track appointment in the School of Music beginning Autumn Quarter,
1997. Salary dependent on qualifications and experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
International reputation in the field of music cognition. Excellence in
scholarly interdisciplinary inquiry; fluency in music theory and
psychological approaches to music cognition. Terminal degree in
music or an area related to music cognition preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This senior-level faculty position is funded jointly by the School of
Music, the Center for Cognitive Science, and the Office of Academic
Affairs. The successful candidate is expected to engage in research
with scholars in music and psychology as well as other faculty
members affiliated with the Center for Cognitive Science, as the
opportunity arises. The candidate will be expected to attract and
work with top-quality graduate and postdoctoral students and will
engage in teaching of music-cognition related courses at the
undergraduate and graduate levels.
INFORMATION
he Ohio State University is located in Columbus, Ohio, a
metropolitan area of over 1,385,000. The School of Music, a unit of
the College of the Arts, has over 60 faculty members and enrolls
approximately 330 undergraduate and 200 graduate students. The
school offers a comprehensive selection of degrees from the
baccalaureate to the doctoral level. The music cognition program, an
interdisciplinary program affiliated with the Center for Cognitive
Science, includes the largest concentration of critical scholars
working in music perception, performance, cognition, and theory at
any university. The Center for Cognitive Science has over 100 faculty
member affiliates engaged in research on a wide variety of topics
bearing on the nature of the mind, and offers degree specializations
in cognitive science at the baccalaureate and doctoral levels. For
further information on the scope of the music cognition program and
the Center for Cognitive Science, consult the website at
http://www.cog.ohio-state.edu
APPLICATION
Send a letter of application, statement of scholarly or research
interests, curriculum vitae, and names, addresses, and telephone
numbers of three current references to:
David Butler, Chair
Music Cognition Search Committee
School of Music, 1866 North College Road
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio 43210-1170
DEADLINE
All applications received by January 17, 1997 will be given full
consideration; applications received after that date will be considered
until position is filled.
The Ohio State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.
Qualified women, minorities, Vietnam-era veterans, disabled veterans, and
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Submitted by David Butler
butler.7@osu.edu
FACULTY POSITION IN MUSIC THEORY BEGINNING AUTUMN 1997
The School of Music announces a position in its Theory/Composition
division scheduled to begin in September, 1997.
The School of Music at the University of Washington has approximately
450 majors in programs including Theory, Composition, Music Education,
Ethnomusicology, Music History, Conducting, Performance, and Jazz
Studies.
DESCRIPTION: Teach undergraduate courses in theory and musicianship,
including aural skills; supervise teaching assistants in core theory
sequence; teach courses at graduate level as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS: Doctorate in music theory.
RANK AND SALARY: Tenure track at the rank of Assistant Professor.
Salary is competitive and dependent upon experience and
qualifications.
THEORY/COMPOSITION DIVISION: Six composers and theorists with interests in
a variety of musics. The School of Music houses extensive computer music
facilities and a performing Contemporary Group.
APPLICATIONS: A letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, and
the names and addresses of three references (or copies of three
letters of reference as included in a dossier) should be sent to:
Jonathan Bernard, Chair
Theory Search Committee
School of Music, Box 353450
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 98195
Short-listed candidates may be asked for supplementary materials at a
later date. Priority will be given to candidates who apply by
December 15, 1996; applications will be accepted until the position is
filled.
The University of Washington is building a diverse faculty and
strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates.
The University of Washington is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity employer.
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