Master Musician

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Kabarak University (or KABU) is a private Christian university in Kenya. It was established on a 600-acre (240 ha) farm 20 kilometres (12 mi) from Nakuru (the fourth largest city in Kenya), along the Nakuru–Eldama Ravine. The campus features state-of-the-art academic and recreational facilities set in a serene environment. The university also has a town campus in Nakuru, conveniently close to the commercial center.

JOB SUMMARY

Qualifications and skills    A Bachelor’s Degree in Music or related from a recognized university.Must have strong knowledge of and demonstrated ability to proficiently play a wide variety of Western and African musical instruments.Must have a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in performing and teaching a variety of Western and African musical instruments.Must be a registered member of a recognized professional body such as the Music Copyright Society of Kenya or any other relevant professional association in Kenya.Must possess relevant professional qualifications and demonstrated competence in performance and instruction of Western and African musical instruments

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and conduct rehearsals and performances across African and Western music ensemblesCurate, arrange, and prepare repertoire that reflects both the African musical heritage and the Western classical and contemporary canonCoordinate and supervise sectional rehearsals to address technical and stylistic challenges specific to African ensemble performance as well as Western instrumental performanceDevelop and implement performance frameworks that allow students to engage meaningfully with both traditions, fostering cross-cultural musicianship without compromising the integrity of either

REQUIRED SKILLS

Quantitative methods, Execution and delivery, Research and development, Operative management

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree