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Thursday, December 19, 2024

String Quartet for 5/7/2025 event

Date: May 7, 2025 roughly 6 to 9 pm

Location: Interlachen Country club

Event: Alliance Francaise Annual Gala

What I am looking for: A string quartet or equivalent

Contact: If interested, contact Professor Akshay Rao at arao@umn.edu

Pay: to be negotiated.

Monday, November 11, 2024

Cellist for Wedding Ceremony 5/29/2025

Event: Wedding Ceremony

Date: Thursday, May 29th, 2025 @ 5:30 PM

Location: Urban Daisy - Minneapolis, MN

Info: We have a violinist and pianist and are looking for a cellist to play before and during the ceremony. Music and pay can be discussed further!

Contact: theparkwedding2025@gmail.com or 651-492-7798

Piano Teacher Assistant (Part-Time)

Job Title: Piano Teacher Assistant (Part-Time)

Location: Farmhouse Music Studios in Lakeville, MN (Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays) and/or Long Lake (Orono), MN (Mondays and Wednesdays)

Hours: Part-time, 4 pm - 7 pm
Must be available at least two evenings per week.

Pay: $18 - $20/hour

Job Summary:
We are seeking a reliable, responsible Piano Teacher Assistants to support our growing music studio. This role is perfect for someone with a strong foundation in piano, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for helping young students. The position involves assisting in classes, managing basic technology, and supporting our teachers and students. Availability through the school year is required. Some positions are available immediately.

Responsibilities:
  • Assist students with basic piano questions and exercises
  • Manage Chromebook connectivity to pianos
  • Ensure all equipment is clean and in working order
  • Perform general housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, welcoming studio space

Requirements:
  • Late intermediate to advanced piano skills
  • Several years of piano study
  • Availability for at least two evenings a week between 4 pm - 7 pm
  • Commitment through the school year
  • Reliable transportation
  • Dependable and responsible

Join us in creating an inspiring musical environment for our students!
Apply today to become part of our team!


Monday, November 4, 2024

Seeking Adult Cello Lessons

Hello, my name is Jinhee and I am seeking beginner adult cello lessons from an advanced (student?) cellist in Minneapolis/St. Paul.

I would be interested in lessons once per week on the Twin Cities campus or at another mutually convenient location. The exact day is negotiable. I'm thinking $40 per 30-45minutes but the price can be negotiable as well.

Please let me know!
651-352-3161

Friday, November 1, 2024

Substitute String Lesson and Orchestra teachers - Blake School

The Blake School is seeking substitute string lesson teachers and substitute orchestra teachers.

The Blake School in Hopkins, MN has a rich tradition of providing excellent string instruction, with students ranging from PK to grade 12. Group lesson instruction is provided for Grades 1-3 and Large group/Orchestra-ensemble instruction is provided for Grades 4-12. Blake is looking for Music Education graduate string students who are interested in substitute teaching for our program. Bachelor's Degree required.

Details:
  • $20 an hour, paid in either 4 hour or 8 hour increments
  • Experience/interest working with students in PK-5 for small group lessons
  • Experience/interest working with students in Gr. 4-12 conducting grade-level orchestra

If interested, apply at https://www.blakeschool.org/about/employment for one of the many substitute positions.

Thursday, October 3, 2024

Seeking after-school music teachers for St. Paul students

St. Paul Public Scools is looking for licensed music teachers and non-licensed music instructors for our EDL (Extended Day Learning) Music Program. SPPS offers instruction for instruments traditionally found in band and orchestra, as well as piano, guitar, ukulele, digital music and/or choir at select schools.

Music instruction is offered two days a week (either M/W or T/TH) at all elementary schools. Teachers could teach between 5-20 hours per week depending on availability and interest. Based on a school's start time, hours may be from 2:00-4:00 or 4:00-6:00. Teachers/instructors are paid for a total of 2.5 hours per school per day which includes a 30 minute prep.

EDL Music runs from October 21 through May 22 at most sites.  Licensed teachers are paid $30.00/hour, and non-licensed instructors are paid $25.00/hour.

If interested in teaching EDL Music, email your resume to gina.engelking@spps.org.

If possible, also complete this EDL Music Teacher Interest Survey. It requests your preferences for schedule and location, as well as some of your professional information.

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Reception/Cocktail Hour Cellist or Violinist - 6/14/2025

Event: Wedding Reception and Cocktail Hour

Date: Saturday, June 14th, 2025

Location: Bavaria Downs - Chaska, Minnesota 

Info: We are looking for either a cellist or violinist to play for our wedding ceremony and reception on Saturday, June 14th, 2025 from approximately 3 to 4 PM and again from 6 to 7:30 PM. Times are subject to change as the event has not yet been finalized. We can discuss final times, and payment via email!

Contact: vito.gerlach@gmail.com or (608) 444-1037

Monday, April 22, 2024

Seeking Jazz quartet or trio for Wedding on 4/26/25

We're seeking a jazz quartet or trio for our wedding reception in Northeast Minneapolis at The 1893.  The wedding is on April 26, 2025.  We would like the quartet to be there for the cocktail hour, which is approximately from 3:30pm to 5:30pm.

We'd love a quartet or trio consisting of a trumpet, sax, bass and drum. We don't have a specific composer's style in mind, just jazz music you'd expect to hear during a cocktail reception.


Details:
Contact email: lewan148@umn.edu 
Description: jazz quartet or trio playing light cocktail reception style jazz
Date: April 26, 2025
Time: approximately 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Location: The 1893 in Northeast Minneapolis 
Pay: to be negotiated