The Department of Performing Arts at Clemson University seeks an outstanding candidate to instruct the drumline for the nationally recognized Tiger Band, teach studio percussion lessons to majors and non-majors, direct percussion ensemble, direct steel band, and teach a course in World Music beginning August 1, 2026 This is a 9-month faculty position that will hold the academic rank of fulltime lecturer. In addition to working closely with the director, associate director, and assistant director of bands in an established team environment, the successful candidate will participate fully in departmental activities including recruiting, auditions, attending recitals, concerts, and working collaboratively with faculty members from the music, theatre, and audio areas in the Performing Arts major.
Clemson University Drumline (CUD) duties will include: Recruit, audition, rehearse 29-30 member battery (no front ensemble). Direct weekly 2-hour class ensemble, attend Tiger Band band camp, rehearsals, game days, and full band travel including full band post season travel. Opportunity to write drum parts for marching band arrangements (have current writer). Maintain Yamaha, Remo, Sabian, and Innovative Percussion equipment.
Additional Information:
This position qualifies for state benefits.
About Clemson Performing Arts
The Performing Arts degree at Clemson University is a nationally distinctive degree that integrates the technology, performance, production, theory, and history of the performing arts into a unified program of study that prepares students for careers in many aspects of the arts. The Department of Performing Arts occupies the Robert Howell Brooks Center for the Performing Arts. The Brooks Center is an 87,000 square foot educational/performance building that includes classrooms, rehearsal halls, offices, and supporting spaces.
Candidates should have a minimum of a master’s degree in music.
Additional qualifications: demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching and student recruitment.
Clemson University uses Interfolio for the electronic submission of application materials. Complete materials include a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three professional references.
Application materials should be submitted to:
https://apply.interfolio.com/187583
Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Additional materials such as arrangements, performance and teaching videos, or other artifacts may be requested from select candidates.
For inquiries regarding this faculty appointment, please contact
Dr. Mark Spede, Director of Bands
mspede@clemson.edu (864) 656-6587
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
