Assistant Professor of SaxophoneTenure Status: Tenure Track
Department: School Of Music - 270000
Minimum Qualifications - Earned doctorate in music in saxophone performance or a closely related field required. Candidates who are ABD will be considered, and all requirements for the degree must be completed by July 31, 2026.
- Successful candidates will have at least three years of applied classical saxophone instruction
- Record of active performance at the regional and national levels.
- Evidence of success in recruiting.
Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)Demonstrated:
- Record of performance or pedagogical experience in jazz
- Record of performance or pedagogical experience in one or more of the following, but not limited to: commercial music, contemporary music, or non-Western art music performance traditions.
- Record of community-engaged performances or projects.
License/Certification RequiredN/A
Description of the Department or UnitThe Hayes School of Music is home to more than 420 students and 60 full-time faculty members. It offers undergraduate degrees in music education, music therapy, music industry studies, and music performance, with concentrations in instrumental or vocal performance, music theory/composition, jazz, and sacred music. Graduate programs are offered in music therapy and music performance, with concentrations in instrumental or vocal performance, collaborative piano, music composition, and conducting. Supported by the Hayes Endowment for Musical Excellence, the school is part of Appalachian State University, an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music.
Dedicated to preparing musicians for professional careers, the Hayes School of Music cultivates performers, composers, educators, therapists, conductors, scholars, and music industry professionals who will shape the future of musical leadership at the state, regional, and national levels. The school is committed to equipping graduates to thrive in a rapidly evolving musical landscape and in an inclusive, innovative, and multicultural world.
The Erneston Music Library, located in the Broyhill Music Center, supports the curriculum of both the Hayes School of Music and the University. Alongside books, scores, and recordings, the Special Collections Research Center in Belk Library houses an expanding collection of rare books and manuscript materials related to classical music. Highlights include the scores of conductor Hans Schwieger, the original manuscripts of composer Tui St. George Tucker, and the Matanya Ophee Collection - one of the world's largest collections of 19th-century guitar music.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Appalachian State University Hayes School of Music invites applications for a tenure-track position, Assistant Professor of Saxophone, with appointment starting fall 2026.
Responsibilities:
- Actively recruit and teach applied classical saxophone instruction for undergraduate and graduate students for all majors within the Hayes School of Music. Faculty will prepare students for recitals, coach saxophone quartets or other chamber ensembles, and conduct the saxophone choir. Depending on the candidate's expertise, this faculty could also teach applied jazz saxophone instruction and lead jazz combos.
- Instruct classroom courses in woodwind methods (including clarinet and saxophone), saxophone pedagogy, and literature for undergraduate and graduate students seeking degrees in music.
- Advise and mentor undergraduate music students.
- Advise and mentor graduate students in the Master of Music in Performance degree with their Community Engaged Performance project.
- Develop and maintain a regional, national, and international profile as an artist and educator.
- Collaborate in faculty performances and maintain an active performance schedule both on and off-campus.
- Serve as a resource to music educators at the K-12 level in public and private schools.
- Fully participate in the responsibilities of Hayes School of Music faculty members (e.g., prospective student and ensemble auditions, advising, curriculum development, and service activities at the University or Hayes School of Music level).
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment toward students of diverse musical backgrounds, perspectives, and interests.
In the Hayes School of Music, full-time tenure-eligible or tenured faculty members are expected to teach 24 full-time equivalent hours (FTEs) per academic year. A faculty member may request up to 6 FTEs annually for extensive research or creative activity.
Proposed Date of Hire: 08/10/2026
Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Closing Date: 3/1/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Evaluation of Applications Begins: 02/22/2026
To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52998Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.jeid-93b42d22c6e3fe42a202bb6b0acfa7e7
