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We are seeking accomplished musicians with:
An interest in both performing for and working with children.
Outgoing personalities and a desire to explore unique performance techniques (experience in other disciplines a plus, but not necessary).
Strong convictions about the importance of arts education.
The ability to commit to a rigorous training, rehearsal process, and a full time touring schedule.
The ability to relocate to Evansville and commence work on June 15th.
Compensation
Starting Salary $20,000/year
Two weeks paid vacation plus 12 paid holidays
Health, Life and optional Dental Benefits
Tour expenses (hotel, travel, per diem) paid by company.
Audition Information

Location: Evansville, Indiana
Contact us for future dates auditions at tales and scales dot org
Resume

Send resume by 3/31/2008 to auditions at tales and scales dot org

Please include 4 references with current contact information; any experience working with children, and experience in dance, theater, or additional performance skills, and any secondary instrument you play.
Audition Requirements
Candidates selected for live auditions will be asked to send a $50.00 deposit to secure an audition time. Upon receipt of deposit, an audition will be scheduled, and a packet will be sent including selections from current Tales & Scales repertoire to prepare. The deposit will be returned at the audition. The audition will include all the requirements listed below, as well as an interview and an opportunity to ask questions. In addition, each candidate will receive a phone call from a current member of Tales & Scales to discuss the audition process.
Audition Requirements for Percussion
  1. One traditional solo (single movement) - memorized
  2. One contemporary solo (single movement) - memorized
  3. Tales & Scales excerpts - not necessary to memorize, to be played with Tales & Scales personnel
  4. Tales & Scales script excerpt - not necessary to memorize, to be read with Tales & Scales personnel.
  5. Prepare, memorize and tell a story. You may use original material, or the text of an existing story or poem. To the best of your ability, integrate speaking, movement and music into the telling of your story.

You will be provided with one three-octave Musser (M-55) Pro-Vibes vibraphone without motor. You may bring your own vibraphone if you prefer.
Audition Repertoire for other instruments
  1. One traditional solo (single movement) - memorized
  2. One contemporary solo (single movement) - memorized
  3. Tales & Scales excerpts - not necessary to memorize, to be played with Tales & Scales personnel
  4. Tales & Scales script excerpt - not necessary to memorize, to be read with Tales & Scales personnel.
  5. Prepare, memorize and tell a story. You may use original material, or the text of an existing story or poem. To the best of your ability, integrate speaking, movement and music into the telling of your story.