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Rock 'n Roll

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Hillsboro, OR

Classic rock and roll is usually played with one or two electric guitars (one lead, one rhythm), a double bass or string bass or (after the mid-1950s) an electric bass guitar, and a drum kit.

Rock 'n Roll

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Hillsboro, OR · On-site

Classic rock and roll is usually played with one or two electric guitars (one lead, one rhythm), a double bass or string bass or (after the mid-1950s) an electric bass guitar, and a drum kit.

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for double bass in the United States is $56,723.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $59,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Double Bass job typically refers to a musician who plays the double bass in an orchestra, band, or other musical ensembles. Double bassists provide the foundational low-end sound in various musical genres, including classical, jazz, and contemporary music. Their responsibilities include rehearsing, performing, and sometimes recording music for live audiences or studio productions. Professional double bassists may also teach lessons, compose music, or collaborate with other musicians.

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To thrive as a Double Bass player, you need advanced proficiency in double bass performance, strong music theory knowledge, and often a degree in music or equivalent professional experience. Familiarity with various musical genres, sight-reading, and experience using music notation software or amplification systems are valuable technical assets. Excellent teamwork, discipline, and adaptability are key soft skills for collaborating in orchestras or ensembles. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering high-quality performances and working seamlessly within diverse musical groups.

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Professional Double Bass players frequently encounter challenges such as physically demanding performance schedules, transporting large instruments, and maintaining precise intonation across extended ranges. Addressing these challenges often requires building physical endurance, investing in quality cases or travel solutions, and dedicating regular time to technical practice. Many players collaborate closely with section leaders, conductors, and other musicians to ensure cohesive ensemble performance. By staying organized and maintaining open communication with their team, Double Bassists can overcome logistical and musical hurdles and excel in their careers.

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Infographic showing various Double Bass job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 32% Full Time, and 68% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $56,723 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

Adjunct, Double Bass Instructor

Winthrop University

Rock Hill, SC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

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Position Details
Position Information
Winthrop Position Title
Adjunct, Double Bass Instructor
Job Description
Instructor for applied double bass lessons as assigned.
Position Responsibilities
Teach applied double bass lessons as assigned.
About the College
To learn more about the College of Visual & Performing Arts please visit:
https://www.winthrop.edu/cvpa/
About Winthrop University
Founded in 1886, Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina, offers its 6,000-plus undergraduate and graduate students an educational experience that blends liberal arts, professional programs, global awareness, and civic engagement. In its colleges of Arts and Sciences; Business and Technology; Education, Sport, and Human Sciences; and Visual and Performing Arts, Winthrop embraces only those programs and activities that can be delivered at an exemplary level. Winthrop University is achieving national stature as a competitive and distinctive co-educational, public, residential, comprehensive, values-oriented institution. The values of service, excellence, community, and leadership provide the foundation for Winthrop's continuing development and shape Winthrop's continuing success. Numerous national accolades reflect the sustained high quality and value of the Winthrop Experience, including the most recent U.S. News & World Report's ranking of Winthrop as one of the top-10 public comprehensive universities in the South. Winthrop is an active member of the Rock Hill community and recognized as a key component of the region's economic resurgence. Approximately 20 minutes from Charlotte, North Carolina, Winthrop has direct access to and is engaged in a broad and expansive regional business community. Winthrop's beautiful campus encompasses a rich architectural blend of neo-Georgian buildings and is included in the National Register of Historic Places. The attractive recreational and research complex area that surrounds Winthrop Lake is home to Winthrop's 18 Division I men's and women's sports.
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Background Check
Winthrop University is committed to providing a safe campus community. Winthrop conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Position Availability
08/24/2026
Required Qualifications
  1. Master of Music in Double Bass Performance (or equivalent)
  2. Experience teaching private double bass lessons

Preferred Qualifications
Employment Conditions
Position is non-tenure track, adjunct
Application Instructions
Review of applicants will begin on Auguist 12, 2026 and continues until the position is filled. For more information, please email Lorrie Crochet at crochetl@winthrop.edu.
Open Date
08/12/2026
Application Review Date
08/12/2026
Close Date
Posting Number
2027FC0008P
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