Artist in Residence - Horn

University of Colorado Boulder

Boulder, CO

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Artist in Residence - Horn

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Artist in Residence - Horn

Requisition Number:

73555

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

Employment Type:

Faculty

Schedule:

Part-Time

Posting Close Date:

23-Jul-2026

Date Posted:

21-Jul-2026

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Job Summary

Job Summary

The College of Music at the University of Colorado Boulder is hiring a French horn performer to serve as an Artist in Residence in the brass and percussion area. This is a 55%-time position that will begin August 13th, 2026 and end May 2nd, 2027.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Who We Are

The College of Music, founded in 1920, is recognized as one of the top comprehensive music schools in the country. The College of Music offers seven degree programs in over 28 fields of study, at the bachelor's level through the doctorate. Our dedicated and encouraging community of 550 degree-seeking students, 70 full-time faculty, 30 part-time faculty, and 40 professional, technical and administrative staff produces over 350 performances and numerous guest lectures, masterclasses, and outreach events each year.

Our brass and percussion area includes horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba and percussion. Our faculty are active performers across the United States and internationally, appearing as soloists, chamber musicians and orchestral artists; they bring this ongoing professional experience directly into their teaching.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

  • Applied teaching of 7 students weekly.
  • Weekly horn studio class and additional group lessons focused on injury prevention and stamina-building exercises.
  • Brass Literature, co-taught with other brass faculty (spring only).
  • Service on graduate horn studio committees.
  • Department service.

What We Can Offer

What We Can Offer

Salary will be $55,920 for the academic year.

Benefits

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

What We Require

  • Must have a Bachelor of Music and at least ten years of professional symphony experience at the level of Associate Principal/Third Horn or higher.
  • Experience teaching applied horn lessons at a university.

What We Would Like You to Have

What We Would Like You to Have

Teaching expertise in brass pedagogy, orchestral performance, orchestral repertoire, audition preparation, and injury preparation.

Special Instructions

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials online:

  • Current resume or curriculum vitae.
  • During the application process you will need to upload one (1) letter of recommendation, non- confidential.

All files must be converted to PDF format.

Please apply by July 23, 2026 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu

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