Camp Accompanist – Broadway Bound Musical Theater (Seasonal)

Summary: The Old Town School of Folk Music is seeking a talented and collaborative Accompanist for our Broadway Bound Musical Theater Camp, working with children ages 6-11. This is a seasonal, part-time summer camp position ideal for musicians who are passionate about musical theater, youth performance, and supporting young performers in their artistic development.

Location: Lincoln Square, Chicago, IL
Schedule: Varies based on camp schedule

Responsibilities:

• Accompany rehearsals and performances for the Broadway Bound Musical Theater Camp.
• Collaborate with the lead instructor to teach and develop the musical portion of the camp.
• Assist young performers in learning melodies, harmonies, and timing for a variety of musical theater songs.
• Adapt playing style to different skill levels and help motivate and engage young students.
• Be available to accompany the final Camp Showcase on the last Thursday evening of each camp.
• Work closely with staff and fellow instructors to create a fun and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications:

• Experience accompanying musical theater productions, choirs, or vocal ensembles (preferred).
• Experience working with children in a group setting.
• Ability to collaborate with instructors, performers, and young learners to create a dynamic and engaging musical experience.
• Passion for children’s music education and musical theater.
• Strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills.
• Flexible schedule with availability for afternoon/evening rehearsals and final showcase performances.

Accompanist Hourly Pay Rate: $22/Hour

If interested and qualified, please apply through our Career Center.

About Old Town School of Folk Music

Chicago's Old Town School of Folk Music (OTSF) is the largest community arts school in the U.S., offering music, dance, and arts education to people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Founded in 1957, the school provides broad access to over 700 weekly classes, private lessons, and 400+ concerts and community events annually.

With campuses in Lincoln Square and Lincoln Park, OTSFM provides students with access to world-class concert halls, classrooms, an award-winning music store, and a music resource center. Children's classes are also available at suburban satellite locations, with online learning options introduced in 2020.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Old Town School of Folk Music is committed to providing a work environment based on mutual respect and equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We strive to be an inclusive and equitable organization that reflects the diversity of Chicago. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain top talent from a diverse candidate pool to ensure our continued success as a community-focused organization.