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Philadelphia Ballet

Piano Intern

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

... Accompanist and School Director. This program is designed to help pianists develop the musical ... ballet classes, levels 4 to 7. * Intern will receive a weekly stipend based on the scheduled ...

Philadelphia Ballet

Piano Intern

Philadelphia, PA

$14.25 - $19/hr

... Accompanist and School Director. This program is designed to help pianists develop the musical ... ballet classes, levels 4 to 7. * Intern will receive a weekly stipend based on the scheduled ...

Philadelphia Ballet

Piano Intern

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

... Accompanist and School Director. This program is designed to help pianists develop the musical ... ballet classes, levels 4 to 7. * Intern will receive a weekly stipend based on the scheduled ...

Tutu School

Ballet School Teacher

Glenview, IL · On-site

$24 - $30/hr

Bonus based on performance * Competitive salary * Home office stipend * Training & development ... Experience in dancing with a ballet background is strongly preferred * High school or equivalent is ...

Ohio State University

Musician

Columbus, OH

Extensive experience as an accompanist for contemporary, African and ballet classes. Expertise with ... Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and ...

The Ohio State University

Musician

Columbus, OH · On-site

Extensive experience as an accompanist for contemporary, African and ballet classes. Expertise with ... Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and ...

Joffrey Ballet

Teaching Artist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50/hr

... ballet. Based in the heart of Chicago's theater district, the 20,000 square foot Exelon Education Center at Joffrey Tower, home to the Academy, boasts four state-of-the-art studios and facilities. In ...

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How much do home based ballet accompanist jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for home based ballet accompanist 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Home Based Ballet Accompanist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Home Based Ballet Accompanist, you need strong piano proficiency, a solid understanding of ballet music and rhythms, and ideally formal music education or training. Familiarity with digital audio workstations, remote recording software, and high-quality home recording equipment is typically required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and time management skills help in collaborating remotely with dance instructors and meeting tight deadlines. These skills ensure the accompanist can deliver precise, expressive music that enhances dance instruction and supports the needs of ballet teachers and students.

How does a home-based ballet accompanist typically collaborate with dance instructors and students remotely?

As a home-based ballet accompanist, collaboration with dance instructors and students is often facilitated through live video conferencing platforms or by providing pre-recorded music tailored to class routines. Communication is key; accompanists usually consult with instructors to understand the specific tempo, style, and mood required for each exercise. Flexibility is essential, as you may need to quickly adapt your playing style or repertoire based on feedback. Regular virtual check-ins help ensure alignment and maintain a supportive, interactive environment for both teachers and dancers.

What is a home based ballet accompanist?

A home based ballet accompanist is a musician who provides live or recorded music for ballet classes, rehearsals, or practice sessions from their own home. They typically play instruments such as piano and tailor their accompaniment to match the tempo, style, and mood required for various ballet exercises. With advancements in technology, many accompanists now offer their services remotely, either by streaming live sessions or sending pre-recorded tracks to ballet instructors and students. This role requires strong musical skills, a good understanding of ballet terminology, and the ability to adapt music to the needs of dancers.
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Infographic showing various Home Based Ballet Accompanist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 17% Internship, 1% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 77% Nights, and 4% Summer. Highlights an 93% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,282 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

School Accompanist

Philadelphia Ballet

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

The School of Philadelphia Ballet accompanist selects and plays appropriate music for ballet technique classes. The accompanist shall choose and play at a moment's notice appropriate music to match the tempo, meter, musicality, and length of various ballet exercises; and/or must be able to spontaneously compose/improvise to the movement appropriately, most often in a classical style, but occasionally in popular and/or other idioms. If you are primarily a reader, you should have minimal improvisational skill to accommodate introductions, extended endings and to edit/alter music (possibly in real time) to meet phrasing needs of given exercises. If you are an advanced classical pianist and sight reader but also have advanced improvisational abilities in classical and other styles, this combination is ideal.
Responsibilities
  • Provides piano accompaniment for ballet classes.
  • Accompany special classes, auditions, and master classes outside of the regular work week, on occasion.
  • Substitute for classes, as needed.
  • Effectively collaborate with the Dance Instructor during the dance class.
  • Continue to expand their repertoire for dance classes.

Required Skills
  • Advanced classical piano technique
  • Excellent sight-reading ability and ability to learn intermediate to advanced music quickly
  • Good to excellent improvisational skills. Minimal improvisation regularly needed to provide a short introduction to each exercise and possibly improvise an ending midway thru a score or create extended endings on the spot to match the length of an exercise. Advanced improvisers may choose to improvise in-the-moment custom made music for an entire exercise as long as it appropriately supports the dance movement.
  • Ability to choose (or improvise), within seconds' notice, appropriate music to support and inspire the given dance movement. Familiarity and experience with class structure, types of exercises and their typical order are essential to keep up with pace of class.
  • Ability to provide a clear sense of beat/pulse/timing to ensure dancers feel confident about where they should be in relation to the music at any given moment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with the teacher, making necessary adjustments in tempo or music choice upon instructor's request, either in real time or between exercises.
  • Establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships within a diverse environment;
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
  • Ability to collaborate well with others across all functional areas
  • Take appropriate steps to promote and enforce safe work practices within each area of responsibility in accordance with policies and protocols.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in music or equivalent experience
  • One to three years of demonstrated experience in providing accompaniment for ballet and/or modern dance classes.

Supervisory Responsibility
None
Expected Hours of Work
The full academic year at SPB runs September through mid-June while the summer programming runs for 6-8 weeks during the summer season. Hours vary and are typically needed weekday mornings (9-12) and evenings (4:30-8:30) and Saturdays (9-12). Actual schedule will be based on individual availability and SPB needs.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Must be authorized to work in the United States; must pass criminal and child abuse background checks
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Statement: Philadelphia Ballet is committed to the principles of equality in employment. The Ballet complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and Federal Executive Orders, and provides an equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons. We prohibit discrimination in employment based on characteristics protected by applicable law, including race, ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, familial status, pregnancy, domestic or sexual violence victim status, disability, service in the armed forces of the United States, or an individual's status as a covered veteran.

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