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Farmington Municipal Schools

Accompanist

Farmington, NM · On-site

Piano Accompanist/Collaborative Pianist Supervisor: Teacher/Principal General To provide piano accompaniment to the school choral program. To provide musical and collaborative input to and with the ...

Houston Ballet

Full-time Company Pianist

Houston, TX

Summary As a Company Pianist with Houston Ballet, you'll be an essential part of the creative ... Collaborative Spirit: Excellent communication skills, openness to feedback, and the ability to work ...

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How much do collaborative pianist jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for collaborative pianist in the United States is $26.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Collaborative Pianist job?

A Collaborative Pianist is a skilled musician who works closely with other performers, such as vocalists, instrumentalists, or ensembles, to provide accompaniment and support during rehearsals, performances, and recordings. Unlike a solo pianist, a collaborative pianist focuses on musical interaction, adapting to different styles and performers' needs. They must have strong sight-reading, listening, and flexibility skills to ensure seamless synchronization with their musical partners. This role is common in educational institutions, opera companies, choirs, and professional music settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Collaborative Pianist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Collaborative Pianist, you need excellent piano proficiency, strong sight-reading abilities, and familiarity with a wide range of musical styles, often supported by formal music education or advanced degrees. Familiarity with rehearsal software, access to quality pianos, and experience using digital sheet music platforms can be beneficial. Exceptional communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills help build effective partnerships with vocalists, instrumentalists, and conductors. These abilities are crucial for delivering high-quality performances, adapting to diverse collaborators, and ensuring seamless rehearsals and concerts.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Collaborative Pianist?

A Collaborative Pianist's day often includes rehearsing with individual musicians, small ensembles, or choirs, attending scheduled practice sessions, and participating in performances or auditions as an accompanist. The role involves preparing and learning new repertoire, adjusting to different musical styles, and offering musical feedback or support to ensemble members. Collaborative Pianists frequently coordinate schedules with other performers, maintain their own instrument, and may contribute to musical interpretation or programming decisions. This variety ensures ongoing professional growth and meaningful interaction with other artists in educational, performance, or rehearsal settings.
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Infographic showing various Collaborative Pianist job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 97% Full Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 36% Hybrid, and 64% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,282 per year, or $26.1 per hour.
Staff Pianist (Theatre Arts)

Staff Pianist (Theatre Arts)

Baylor University

Waco, TX

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 14 days ago

Baylor University rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

328th of 529 rated colleges and universities

Job description

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities. 

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation's "Great Colleges to Work For". Great Colleges to Work For is one of the country's largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking a Staff Pianist in the department of Theatre Arts. The Staff Pianist must have a demonstrated ability to sight-read fluently and learn music quickly, and knowledge of a wide range of musical styles and repertoire within musical theatre and commercial music. The ideal candidate will possess skills in transposition of music and music improvisation, and be familiar with jazz, country, rock, and gospel styles.  The position requires the ability to work in digital platforms for word processing and spreadsheets (Microsoft, Google). 

A Bachelor's degree and less than a year of relevant work experience required. A Master's degree and three years of relevant work experience are preferred. 

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 

What You Will Do

  • Provide excellent piano accompaniment for group and private lessons in vocal performance for traditional and contemporary musical theatre

  • Meet individually with theatre voice students

  • Generate recordings of repertoire in support of the musical theatre curriculum

  • Accompany special guests and master classes as needed

  • Provide collaborative piano support for Musical Theatre Workshop, student directed musical theatre projects, and productions in the Baylor Theatre mainstage season as needed

  • Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission

  • Ability to comply with university policies

  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds.  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally.  If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

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