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Professor of Saxophone (Jazz)

GUILDHALL SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DRAMA

London

On-site

GBP 100,000 - 125,000

10 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Professor of Jazz Saxophone to inspire and educate the next generation of musicians. This role involves teaching one-on-one lessons, leading ensembles, and conducting group classes focused on improvisation and advanced techniques. Join a vibrant community at a world-leading conservatoire in the heart of London, where your expertise can shape the future of performing arts. If you are an outstanding musician with a passion for teaching and a commitment to artistic excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Dynamic musician with an international reputation required.
  • Expertise in teaching Jazz Saxophone and improvisation.

Responsibilities

  • Teach 1:1 lessons in Jazz Saxophone, focusing on Alto Saxophone.
  • Lead combos and teach group classes in improvisation and ensemble.

Skills

Jazz Saxophone Performance

Pedagogy

Improvisation

Ensemble Leadership

Education

Degree in Music

Professional Performance Experience

Job description

Guildhall School of Music and Drama is a world-leading specialist Performing Arts conservatoire, investing in the artists of today and tomorrow. The School is a vibrant, international community of actors, musicians and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked as one of the top conservatoires for Drama and Music in the Guardian league tables and QS World University rankings, the School is a global leader of creative and professional practice, promoting expertise, innovation and research, with over 1,000 students in higher education drawn from nearly 60 countries around the world.

We are seeking a Professor of Jazz Saxophone, with a specialism in Alto Saxophone, to teach 1:1 lessons, lead combos and teach occasional group classes including, but not limited to, Improvisation and Advanced Ensemble. This is an opportunity for a dynamic, outstanding musician with an international reputation as a performer, and a passion for pedagogy.

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