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Position Summary

• Teach Applied Jazz Saxophone to undergraduate and graduate students


• Perform in the faculty jazz ensemble (Michigan State University Professors of Jazz)


• Teach Jazz Pedagogy


• Teach Jazz Improvisation


• Mentor and guide students in professional activities


• Recruit and retain Jazz Saxophone students


• Engage in meaningful service to the College of Music, as assigned


• Collaborate with faculty in the development of the program, curriculum content and pedagogy to ensure the quality of the student experience and student recruitment

Required Degree

Master's degree in Music or equivalent professional experience

Minimum Requirements

• Experience as a private teacher


• Expert in Jazz Saxophone techniques

Desired Qualifications

• Excellent performance ability


• Significant career as a professional Jazz Saxophonist


• Significant administrative and leadership skills; Advanced Skills Preferred


• Pedagogue in Blues-based improvisation and tradition (Jazz Bebop and Harmonic concepts)


• Teach Jazz Pedagogy


• Knowledge of Jazz Saxophone history


• Knowledge of Blues and Swing traditions