Faculty position available at South Plains

We just heard from Joe Carr, Assistant Professor of Music in the bluegrass program at South Plains College in Levelland, TX. Alan Munde has announced his retirement from his faculty position at the end of the Spring 2007 term, and the college has started a search for a qualified replacement.

Here is the official announcement of the position:

South Plains College in Levelland, Texas is accepting applications for a full time (9 mos) faculty position as a Bluegrass Music specialist.

The candidate will be responsible for directing student bluegrass music ensembles including televised performances and live concerts. The candidate will teach private lessons on banjo and other instruments as student demand dictates.

Qualified applicants should have professional experience with mastery level skills on the 5 string banjo in three finger bluegrass styles. Multi-instrumental and vocal skills and professional contacts are desired.

Salary commensurate with professional experience and education.

For more information please contact:

Joe Carr
Assistant Professor of Music
South Plains College, Levelland, TX 79336
(806) 894-9611 ext 2493
jcarr@southplainscollege.edu

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John had served as primary author and editor for The Bluegrass Blog from its launch in 2006 until being folded into Bluegrass Today in September of 2011. He continues in that capacity here, managing a strong team of columnists and correspondents.