1. Accompany all vocal music classes, including having music
prepared ahead of time, to be able to play either accompani-
ment or parts.
2. Accompany swing choir, chorale group, etc. at all practices
and rehearsals, and at all performances, whether during the
school day, before or after school, during the evening, or on
weekends.
3. Assist with all auditions, and keep records of all attendance
at these practices, rehearsals, or performances.
4. Help supervise students at all times, including off-site visits,
or at parties and trips.
5. Accompany band and orchestra soloists and small groups at
competitions and concerts if needed.
6. Rehearse before and after school and during planning periods with soloists. Teach them their part if they are having difficulty in reading music.
7. Lead sectional rehearsals to teach parts. Sing along with sections to help them stay on their parts. Play parts before and after school for students needing extra help. Re-write vocal parts, or add harmonies when needed.
8. Supervise class as the teacher listens to individual voices in another room. Lead discussion of musicals, and when a non-musical substitute teacher is on duty.
9. Play through music samples to help the teacher choose new music, and as new music arrives, number it, make card and folder, and file it. When choirs pass in music, record and file it.
10. Help set up and move music equipment and piano as needed.
11. Keep studying to update and expand musical knowledge.
12. Practice at school and at home.
13. Assist with music department events, and do bookkeeping for music fund-raisers.
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