Opportunities

Employment

Dusty Strings is a fun, lively place to work and is committed to bringing music into people’s lives. We are happy to take applications for any position even if we have no current openings. To apply, download the applicable PDF application below. Complete the application and email the application, along with a cover letter and resume (optional), to music@dustystrings.com; please put “Retail Sales” in the email subject line.

• Retail Staff Application (fillable PDF)
• Repair Staff Application (fillable PDF)
• Music School Staff Application (fillable PDF)

Dusty Strings is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, caste, or any other status protected by law. Dusty Strings is actively seeking to increase diversity in our workplace. We invite applicants of all backgrounds, ethnicity, color, gender, and LGBTQ+ identity to apply.

Teaching Faculty

Dusty Strings Music School is looking for talented, knowledgeable, and passionate music educators for all ages, including 5 – 18 year olds. We are specifically looking for teachers for the following instruments:

• Banjo – clawhammer/old-time
• Cello – classical and contemporary, bluegrass; Suzuki or other method
• Fiddle – old-time, bluegrass, country
• Flute/Pennywhistle/Winds – folk/traditional, Celtic, Native American, classical
• Guitar – acoustic and electric, total beginner to intermediate/advanced
• Hammered Dulcimer – traditional/folk, contemporary
• Harp – folk/traditional, Celtic, classical, contemporary
• Mandolin – folk/traditional, bluegrass, blues, Western Swing, Choro
• Viola – classical and contemporary; Suzuki or other method
• Violin – classical and contemporary; Suzuki or other method
• Voice and Singing – contemporary, indie and pop, musical theatre, jazz, confidence

Teachers must have a professional background in music and considerable teaching experience. Teachers must also pass a nationwide criminal background check. Because our teachers have independent contractors status, they must have a state and city business license in hand prior to beginning lessons in order to comply with tax regulations. Please apply in person or email school@dustystrings.com with a cover letter and resume.