One University Heights

Faculty Opening: Music Theory/Aural Skills

University of North Carolina at Asheville

Department of Music

Notice of Faculty Opening In Music for Fall 2010

Assistant Professor of Music, Tenure-Track

Music Theory/Aural Skills

MUSIC – University of North Carolina at Asheville. The Music Department is seeking an experienced theory and aural skills teacher to teach undergraduate theory/aural skills sequences and other music courses as needed. The new faculty member will also be expected to contribute significantly to UNCA’s Integrative Liberal Studies (general education) program. Other duties will be expected, as assigned by the Chair of the Music Department.

Experience and strong commitment to teaching theory and aural skills at the undergraduate level is expected. Interdisciplinary teaching experience is preferred. Knowledge of popular, commercial and jazz styles and familiarity with computer-assisted instruction in music theory and aural skills strongly preferred. Piano skills preferred. A Ph.D. in music theory is required.

Responsibilities begin August 2010. For consideration, send application letter, vita, at least three current letters of recommendation (sent directly from authors or placement office), and a statement of undergraduate teaching philosophy. (No CDs, tapes, scores, etc. at this time) to Prof. Wayne J. Kirby, Music Department Chair, UNC Asheville, One University Heights, CPO 2290, Asheville, NC, 28804-8509.

Deadline for application is January 15, 2010 or until a suitable applicant pool is identified.

The UNCA Department of Music offers three degree programs: The B.S. in Music Technology, the B.A. in Music with a Concentration in Jazz Studies, and the B.A. in Music.

For more information about the department, please visit www.unca.edu/music. UNC Asheville is an equal opportunity employment and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.