Freelance Music Practitioner - Vocal Group Tutor

Bristol Beacon is the award-winning music education hub for the city of Bristol. We work with inspiring and experienced Freelance Music Practitioners from different musical disciplines who teach in a range of settings including in primary and secondary schools and at our busy music centres in Bristol.

We are launching a brand-new auditioned contemporary vocal group (ages 14–18), aiming to create a pathway for talented young singers in Bristol that combines creativity, professional-standard performance and real access to industry-style opportunities and we are looking for a freelance tutor to lead this group.

Essential skills/attributes:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Expertise in vocal tuition for modern popular and contemporary music styles (R&B, pop, soul, contemporary)
• Strong abilities in studio-informed vocal production, vocal arranging / harmonies, and song writing
• Experience leading music or singing groups in the relevant age range
• Commitment to inclusion, equity, and working with young people from a range of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

Desirable skills:

In addition, it would also be beneficial to have:

• Technical skill with a standard DAW
• The ability to play an accompanying instrument such as guitar or keys

Diversifying our workforce

We are committed to developing a more diverse workforce through applicants with the skills and experience to help us to widen our perspective and better serve the needs of our communities.

We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnically diverse backgrounds as these groups are currently underrepresented within the arts and culture sectors.