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Last Update: 11/20/2024
UNIVERSITY POSITIONS 2025-2026
Northwestern State University (Natchitoches, LA) - Assistant Director of Bands and Instructor of Percussion
Job posted: 11/19/24
Review of applicants begins immediately
Responsibilities include instructing/managing the marching band percussion section and assisting/collaborating with the Director of Athletic Bands, assisting with the NSU Summer Music Camps, and teaching based on candidate qualifications and departmental needs
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree (doctorate preferred); evidence of successful teaching experience at HS or collegiate level with marching bands, drum lines, and front ensembles
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
East Tennessee State University (Johnson City, TN) - Assistant Professor, Percussion
Job posted: 11/8/24
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate applied lessons, percussion ensemble, literature, pedagogy, and methods. Marching Band duties include front ensemble instruction.
Minimum Qualifications: DMA in Percussion Performance or equivalent degree (ABD considered, with completed degree by 11/15/25); experience as a teacher of percussion, success as a performer, and a proven record of scholarship/creative activity
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Temple College (Temple, TX) - Assistant Professor, Music
Job posted: 11/11/24
Responsibilities include teaching applied lessons in drumset and classical percussion and courses in American and/or World Music, and directing a large jazz ensemble
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in discipline; two years of directly related work experience
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Jacksonville State University (Jacksonville, AL) - Assistant Professor, Music (Percussion)
Job posted: 11/5/24
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate applied percussion, percussion studio, percussion ensemble, and class percussion.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in appropriate field (preference given to applicants with doctorates); strong record of creative activity and/or scholarly accomplishments
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Western Carolina University (Cullowhee, NC) - Assistant Professor of Music-Percussion
Job posted: 10/29/24
Review of applicants begins 12/1/24
Responsibilities include teaching weekly lessons for percussion majors and minors, weekly studio class, and chamber music coaching
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in percussion (doctorate preferred); a record of demonstrated excellence in percussion teaching and performance
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
California State University-Fullerton (Fullerton, CA) - Assistant Professor of Percussion
Job posted: 10/3/24
Application deadline: 12/9/24
Primary responsibilities include teaching applied percussion to undergraduate and graduate students and serving as coordinator of the percussion area (and all responsibilities included therein)
Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree; evidence of successful college-level teaching; interest in non-Western percussion traditions and practices preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Elon University (Elon, NC) - Assistant Professor of Music & Assistant Director of Bands
Job posted: 9/23/24
Review of applicants begins 11/1/24
Responsibilities include assisting the Director of Bands in the coordination and administration of the Band Program, directing ensembles, and coordinating the percussion area, which may include teaching percussion methods, percussion ensemble, applied percussion & drum set lessons, and general music teaching
Minimum Qualifications: Doctorate in a relevant field; a demonstrated record of excellence teaching at the collegiate level; experience directing ensembles
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
UNIVERSITY POSITIONS 2024-2025
Glenville State University (Glenville, WV) - Assistant Professor/Lecturer of Music
Job posted: 10/30/24
Screening of applicants begins immediately
Responsibilities primarily include teaching courses in music technology, recording/archiving campus performances, and teaching in applied area (percussionists are encouraged to apply)
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music for lecturer rank, doctorate for assistant professor rank
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Jacksonville State University (Jacksonville, AL) - Visiting Assistant Professor, Music (Percussion)
Job posted: 10/27/24
Position starts in Spring 2025. Search for a tenure-track, full-time position will be posted at a later date.
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate applied percussion, percussion studio, percussion ensemble, and class percussion.
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree appropriate to teaching field along with experience teaching in college or related field (preference for candidates with a doctorate)
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Pittsburg State University (Pittsburg, KS) - Adjunct Lecturer-Percussion
Job posted: 10/22/24
Responsibilities include teaching applied percussion
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree required; substantial professional experience as a performer; college-level teaching experience preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
DePauw University (Greencastle, IN) - PT Assistant Professor or Instructor of Music
Job posted: 9/24/24
Responsibilities include teaching percussion techniques for Spring 2025 semester
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree is required; background in music education
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Livingstone College (Salisbury, NC) - Adjunct Percussion Instructor
Job posted: 9/11/24
Responsibilities include teaching individual percussion lessons to music majors and band students in preparation for recitals, end-of-semester juries, and ensemble performances
Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in music (doctorate preferred); demonstrated ability to teach the full range of percussion instruments
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Illinois Central College (East Peoria, IL) - Music Adjunct-Percussion
Job posted: 8/13/24
Primary responsibilities include providing instruction in applied areas of study
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in music (Master’s degree preferred); previous teaching experience in higher education is preferred
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
NON-COLLEGIATE TEACHING JOBS
Updated - 10/4/24
Barnstable High School (Barnstable, MA) - Winter Percussion Ensemble Instructor
Barnstable High School (Barnstable, MA) - Winter Percussion Ensemble Assistant Instructor
Updated - 10/6/24
Lafayette High School (St. Joseph, MO) - Percussion Director
Updated - 10/10/24
Stamford High School (Stamford, CT) - Indoor Percussion Director
Updated - 10/20/24
Marcus Whitman High School (Rushville, NY) - Winter Percussion Director / Asst. Director
Updated - 11/6/24
Avon Grove High School (West Grove, PA) - Indoor Percussion Ensemble Assistant
Updated - 11/8/24
Luzerne Music Center (Lake Luzerne, NY) - Junior Session Percussion Faculty
Portsmouth School District (Portsmouth, NH) - Districtwide Percussion Specialist
New Bedford High School (New Bedford, MA) - Winter Ensemble Instructor (Percussion)
Updated - 11/15/24
Copper Hills High School (West Jordan, UT) - Assistant Band Advisor (Percussion)
Updated - 11/20/24
Aspen Music Festival (Aspen, CO) - Percussion Crew
Interlochen Arts Camp (Interlochen, MI) - Assistant Percussion Coordinator (Summer)
Interlochen Arts Camp (Interlochen, MI) - Teaching Assistant, Percussion (Summer)
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS FOR 2025-2026
Boise State University - GTA in Drumline
Position includes a full time tuition waiver (including non-resident), yearly stipend of $9,588, medical insurance coverage, and is renewable for a second year
Primary responsibilities include assisting with operations and teaching/rehearsing of the marching band & drumline. Other duties may be included based on departmental needs and applicant strengths & experience
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Kramer Milan
Bowling Green State University - GA in Percussion
Position to include partial to full tuition scholarships and a stipend from $6,000-10,800
Responsibilities include assisting in applied and small ensemble instruction, along with percussion methods and other duties as needed. This is a 1/4 position with 10-12 hrs/wk.
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Dan Piccolo
Cincinnati Conservatory of Music - TA in Percussion positions
Position includes single coverage health insurance, along with scholarships & assistantships with competitive stipends for qualified applicants
Responsibilities include teaching opportunities with the percussion ensemble, steel band, methods course, and the CCM Prep program, along with administrative duties in the percussion studio
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Adam Groh
Indiana University - Associate Instructor Assistantship in Percussion (MM, PD, or DM students eligible)
Position includes a full tuition waiver, health insurance, fee remission, and an annual stipend of $17,000 (15 hrs/wk)
Responsibilities may include: teaching non-major applied lessons, Percussion Methods, assisting w/ administrative duties, section leader for the Concert Band, leading first-year seminar sessions, acting as liaison with the Composition Dept., logistical support for the Percussion Ensemble, or other duties as assigned by the faculty
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Prof. Joseph Gramley
Lamar University - Graduate Assistantship in Percussion
All tuition costs and fees are covered, and the position comes with a $10,000 stipend over the academic year (9 months)
Responsibilities include teaching battery and/or front ensemble for the marching, assisting with inventory/logistics, and assisting with the university band program. Other opportunities may apply.
Please see their website for additional audition information | Contact: Dr. Reese Maultsby
Northern Illinois University (DeKalb, IL) - GA in Percussion
Position includes a tuition waiver and stipend
Responsibilities include assisting with percussion ensemble, teaching percussion methods and secondary percussion students, and instrument maintenance & inventory
Please see this flyer and this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Gregory Beyer
Oakland University - Graduate Assistantship in Music (Percussion)
Position includes a full tuition waiver (8 credits/semester) and an annual stipend of $8,000
Responsibilities include participating in top ensembles and taking on various administrative and teaching duties tailored to applicant strengths and departmental needs (12 hrs/week). This may include assisting with percussion ensemble, steel band, African ensemble, athletic bands, marketing/publicity, and/or community-driven music service
Applicants should email Dr. Tian Tian to request an Assistantship Application
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Justin Lamb
The Ohio State University - GA in Percussion
Position includes a full tuition waiver and a competitive stipend
Responsibilities include teaching percussion methods, applied teaching (non-major/secondary), coaching percussion ensemble, equipment monitoring, and general administrative assistance to percussion faculty
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Susan Powell
Oklahoma City University - GA in Percussion (2 openings)
Position includes tuition remission and comes with a stipend
Responsibilities may include directing the Blue Star Steel Band, managing and maintaining instruments, coaching/conducting Percussion Ensemble, social media marketing, and other duties based on the strengths of the applicant
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Tommy Dobbs
Pennsylvania State University - GA in Percussion
Position includes a competitive tuition remission and financial packages available
Responsibilities may include teaching minors and non-majors, percussion methods, ensemble participation, studio organizational support, and instrument maintenance
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Lee Hinkle
Sam Houston State University - GA in Percussion
Position includes in- and out-of-state tuition waiver, a stipend (plus health benefits), and the possibility of scholarship funds for qualified applicants
Responsibilities include teaching percussion methods course, managing equipment/logistics, teaching non-major applied lessons, assisting with the Marching Band Drumline, and directing the SHSU Steel Band
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. John Lane
Stephen F. Austin State University - Graduate Assistantship in Percussion
Position consists of a $12,500 stipend for the nine months
Responsibilities will include instructing the drumline and front ensemble of the Lumberjack Marching Band, and may include other assignments
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Brad Meyer
University of Arizona - Various TA positions
Positions include a tuition waiver and competitive monthly stipend with health insurance benefits
Responsibilities may include assisting with technology, percussion methods, or general duties within the percussion department and the School of Music
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Morris Palter
University of Central Florida - GA in Percussion
Position includes full tuition remission & $12,500 annual renewable stipend
Responsibilities may include assisting with the comprehensive UCF Bands program, instruction & administration of the UCF Marching Knights, assisting/teaching the Percussion Techniques course and other academic courses
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Thad Anderson
University of Delaware - GA positions in Percussion
The percussion studio has three positions available - 2 Graduate Percussion Group Fellowships and 1 Marching Percussion position
GPG positions include full tuition remission and a $12,500/yr stipend. Responsibilities include participation in the GPG
Marching TA includes full tuition remission and a $24,500/yr stipend. Responsibilities include working with the Marching Band drumline
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Gene Koshinski
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - TA positions in Percussion / Swanson Percussion Fellowship (anticipated)
Positions include tuition waivers, health insurance, and an annual stipend
TA responsibilities may include teaching Percussion Methods, non-major lessons, and providing logistical support for instruments.
Fellowship recipients do not have teaching or logistical responsibilities
Please visit their website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Josh Graham
University of Missouri - GTA in Percussion Drumline (0.5 FTE)
Position includes a tuition waiver for residents and non-residents, full health insurance coverage, and an annual anticipated stipend of $17,300
Responsibilities may include teaching and providing support to the Marching Mizzou Drumline including drumline and band camps, rehearsals, and game day support
Please visit this website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Megan Arns
University of Tennessee - GTA in Percussion
Position includes a tuition waiver, medical coverage, and a stipend of up to $10,761
Duties include teaching applied percussion, supporting the percussion methods course, and assisting with coaching percussion ensemble and studio administration
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Andrew Bliss
University of Utah - GTA in Percussion
Position includes a full tuition waiver, health coverage through the University, and an annual stipend of $20,000 (20 hrs work)
Responsibilities (based on expertise and professional goals of applicant) include assisting with the Utah Marching Band/Drumline (including arranging opportunities), assisting with Percussion Methods, private applied teaching, and coaching/conducting opportunities
Please visit this website for additional information | Contact: Dr. Michael Sammons
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee - Percussion Teaching Assistantship
Position includes a full tuition waiver and an annual stipend of $9,500
Responsibilities will include assisting in the direction of the Percussion Ensemble and Steel PANthers Band, directing percussion for the Youth Wind Ensemble, and maintenance/logistic support
Please see this flyer for additional information | Contact: Dr. Alex Wier
PERFORMANCE POSITIONS
Pittsburgh Opera (Pittsburgh, PA) - Principal Timpani
Audition date: TBD
Contract will be for the 2024-25 season
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
Dubuque Symphony Orchestra (Dubuque, IA) - Principal Timpani / Principal Percussion
Audition date: 12/6/2024
Application deadline: 11/25/2024
Please visit their website for audition information and instructions on how to apply
Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra (New London, CT) - Principal & Section Percussion
Audition dates (for all openings - percussion to be announced later): Nov. 2, 3, 9, 16, 17
Please visit their website for instructions on how to apply
Positions listed on Playbill:
New York City Ballet - Principal Percussion | Associate Principal Percussion
Application deadline: 10/15/2024
Audition dates: 1/13-15/2025
Positions have not yet been posted on website | Email a single-page resume to David Titcomb, Orchestra Manager at orchauditions@nycballet.com
United States Marine Band “The President’s Own” - Percussion
Application deadline: 2/5/2025
Audition dates: 2/10-11/2025
Please see this flyer for all information relating to the audition
Annapolis Symphony Orchestra - Principal Percussion
Application deadline: 10/4/2024
Audition date: 11/18/2024
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
U.S. Air Force Bands - Percussion
Audition materials due 8/12/2024
Audition date and location: 10/7/2024 - San Antonio, TX
Please see this poster and this document for more information and instructions on how to apply
Cleveland Orchestra - Assistant Principal Timpani/Section Percussion
Application due: 5/6/2024
Audition dates: 9/16-17/2024
Please visit their website for additional information and to apply online
PERCUSSION INDUSTRY JOBS
Zildjian - Shipping/Receiving Assistant (onsite position based in Newport, ME)
Drum Workshop (DW Drums) - CAD Designer (in-office position based in Oxnard, CA)
Zildjian - Technical Product Manager, Electronic Percussion (hybrid remote)
Center for Mallet Percussion Research - Managing Director
Job posted: 11/1/24
Closing date: 11/17/24
Please see their website for job description and other important information
ACCEPTED OFFERS/POSITIONS
University positions (starting 2025)
University of Miami - Leonardo Soto, Pablo Rieppi
University positions (starting 2024)
Arkansas Tech University - Cory Fica
Auburn University - Aaron Locklear
Austin Peay State University - Andrew Richardson
Barry University - Robert Chapman
Campbellsville University - Adam Hopper
Cincinnati Conservatory of Music - Adam Groh
East Tennessee State University - Christian Swafford
Eastern Michigan University - Will Alderman
Eastern New Mexico University - Peter Grubisich
Fort Hayes State University - Luke Helker
Harding University - Keith Hammer
Hastings College - Matt Rush
High Point University - Louis Raymond-Kolker
Indiana University - Andy Miller
Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Chad Heiny
Jacksonville State University - Bryan Wysocki
Kansas Wesleyan University - Daniel Albertson
Lamar University - Reese Maultsby
Lebanon Valley College - Sam Carullo
Minot State University - Mariah Taller
Missouri Southern State University - Jackson Milzarek
Murray State University - Connor Viets
New Mexico State University - Jeff Ausdemore
Northwest Missouri State University - Shelby Shelton
Peabody Conservatory of Music - Ian Rosembaum
Portland State University - Chris Whyte
Purdue University, Ft. Wayne - Matthew Keown
St. Cloud State University - Mary Emmons
Southeastern University - Nathaniel Holman
Southern Illinois University - Christopher Butler
Southern Utah University - Jed Blodgett
Spring Arbor University - Chase Garrett
SUNY Potsdam - Emma Gierszal
Tarleton State University - Nathan Siegel
Tennessee Tech University - Colton Morris
Texas A&M University - Francisco Perez
University of Alabama, Huntsville - Sophia Suante
University of Arkansas, Fort Smith - Brant Blackard
University of Central Missouri - Yun-Ju Pan
University of Illinois - Josh Graham
University of Indiana Southeast - Sam Riddick
University of Iowa - Michael D’Angelo
University of Kansas - Garrett Arney
University of Kentucky - Matt Geiger
University of Nebraska, Lincoln - Emily Salgado
University of Northern Iowa - Staci Toma
University of Oklahoma - Connor Stevens
University of South Florida - Kevin von Kampen
University of Tennessee, Martin - Austin Shoupe
University of Texas, Rio Grande Valley - Francis Favis
West Texas A&M University - Ryan Boehme
Western Carolina University - Amy Xin Yin
Orchestral Positions
Akron Symphony - Matt Dudack (interim)
Allentown Symphony Orchestra - Anthony Di Bartolo
Albany Symphony - Caleb Breidenbaugh
Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra - Alex Chao
Baton Rouge Symphony - Zach Harris
Bozeman Symphony - Irene Kang
Canton Symphony Orchestra - Shanie Klas
Detroit Opera - Andrew Nowak
Harrisburg Symphony - Caleb Breidenbaugh
Lansing Symphony - Sarah Christianson
Lincoln Symphony Orchestra - Ed Zaryky
Louisiana Philharmonic - Meagan Gillis
Louisville Orchestra - Soojin Kang
Midland Symphony - Michael Giunta
Monterey Symphony - Eric He
Omaha Symphony - Paul Matthews
Peoria Symphony Orchestra - Jacob Routhier
Philadelphia Orchestra - Charlie Rosmarin
Phoenix Symphony - Matt Pendergast
Sarasota Orchestra - Hanna Kim
Seattle Symphony - Eric Schweikert
Signature Symphony @ TCC - Justin Doute
Signature Symphony @ TCC - Karl Kirch
Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra - Will Morgan
Toledo Symphony Orchestra - Peter Nichols
Toronto Symphony Orchestra - Nick Matthiesen
U.S. Air Force Band of Mid-America - Johnny Barker
U.S. Navy Concert & Ceremonial Band - Dana Dominguez
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra - Zach Masri
Victoria Symphony - AJ Hudson
Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra - Justin Gingrich
