Graduate Assistantship opening

Graduate Assistantship in Clarinet Performance

The University of Florida School of Music announces an opening for the position of Graduate Assistant in Clarinet Performance. This appointment is available for the academic years 2012-2013 and 2013-2014.

Please note: All assistantships have been filled for the academic year 2011-2012.

The responsibilities of the position will include:

teaching undergraduate non-major clarinet students
teaching woodwind methods classes
performing in University of Florida ensembles
assisting with the University of Florida Clarinet Ensemble
assisting Professor Estrin in the day to day operations of the Clarinet Studio

Qualifications for the position are:

an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution
a strong background in clarinet performance
excellent communication and organizational skills
an outstanding musical/academic record.

The Assistantship offers:

Stipend of ≈ $5000
9 Credit Hours per Semester
Free Health Insurance
Out-of-State Tuition Waiver value ≈ $20,000
Florida Resident value ≈ $7,000

Graduate Audition Materials:

1. Mozart - Clarinet Concerto
2. A contrasting solo selection of your choice
3. First clarinet orchestral excerpts:
     Beethoven - Symphony No. 6
     Brahms - Symphony No. 3
     Rimsky-Korsakov - Capriccio Espagnol
    This is the suggested audition repertoire list. Commensurate literature is also acceptable.

Duties will commence in August 2012

If you are interested, please contact Professor Mitchell Estrin in the University of Florida Clarinet Studio via email or telephone. (352) 273-3177