Keyboard players must be excellent sight-readers and must be comfortable accompanying vocalists using either written-note or chord-based charts. They must be able to improvise in all styles (jazz, rock, blues, funk, etc), know how to interpret a chord chart based on the style of the song, and must be comfortable using various patches (organs, electric pianos, synths) depending on the particular song or style of music being played. In addition to covering a wide variety of commercial music styles, select ships use the rhythm section to provide musical support for the award-winning production shows, Guest Entertainers, variety acts, branded events or in conjunction with other musical acts on board.

Qualifications:

• Advanced individual musical proficiency
• An education that emphasizes the performance of many different styles of music (jazz, blues, Motown, funk, Latin, pop, and rock)
• Ability to learn music by ear.
• Ability to perform from memory.
• Ability to stand and move while performing.
• Backing vocalist experience preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of how to use technology (amp modelers, effects and synthesizers) in performance, and the discipline necessary to accurately prepare and perform cover tunes.
• Applicable experience in theatre pit orchestras, wedding/bar bands, and similar ensembles.
• The ability to extend beyond a performer into an entertainer.
• Proficiency in the English language with advanced English diction skills.
• Knowledge of Nord and Roland keyboards is prefered.

To apply, you must submit a media pack containing:
Biography
Promotional photo/s
Link/s to your Video Reel

IMPORTANT: All positions require that you have the ability to perform safety functions onboard and meet pre-employment medical and immigration requirements.

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