Music Historian

About Us:

The Donovan’s Venom is a 501c3 nonprofit organization focused on curating universal accessibility to fine arts and music education for all. We are passionately dedicated to ensuring that everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, has access to high-quality music education, performance opportunities, and fine art. We aim to inspire, empower, and uplift communities by fostering a love for music and the arts through our commitment to education, inclusivity, diversity, and social impact, which drives us to expand our reach continually and enrich the lives of those we serve.

We’re looking for a Music Historian to join our growing team!

What you’ll do:

• Focus on representing cultural music from specific countries, including China, Japan, India, Africa, and others, highlighting key musical elements, traditions, and historical context
• Provide engaging lessons on a variety of music genres, including Jazz, Blues, R&B, Country, Folk, and Rock, exploring their historical context, unique characteristics, and contributions to music history
• Provide students with fundamental theory lessons, covering topics such as keys, scales, modes, chords, and time signatures, and explaining how these elements contribute to the uniqueness of each genre
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods and resources, including multimedia presentations, live demonstrations, listening sessions, and hands-on activities, to enhance student learning and engagement.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment, encouraging students to explore and appreciate diverse musical traditions, cultures, and perspectives
• Assess student progress through assignments, quizzes, and projects, and provide constructive feedback to support their development as musicians and music enthusiasts

What we’re looking for:

• Experience teaching music history or related subjects to students of all ages
• Proficiency in a variety of music genres and cultural music traditions
• Possession of strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage and inspire students
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching team members and contribute to curriculum development and planning
• Have creativity, enthusiasm, and a passion for music education and cultural diversity
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Music History, Ethnomusicology, or related field

Watch our video to learn more: The Donovans Piano Room