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Instrumental and Vocal Duo

Job Description

Instrumental and Vocal Duos deliver music across a variety of styles with focus on original versions of popular songs, including revitalized classics, and reimagined contemporary pop. Duos typically provide their own instruments, and pianists can typically expect to perform on Yamaha C-3 pianos. Keyboards are typically Roland RD-2000 models. A/V support for backing tracks and/or auxiliary percussion equipment is available onboard.


Groups are expected to:

  • Perform on their instrument as scheduled by the Music Manager not more than 35 hours in a week, averaged not more than 5 hours per day, with performance schedules of 2-4 sets typical;
  • Dress professionally in business casual attire or tuxedo / formal wear as appropriate, with heavy reliance on themed attire for specialty sets and a consistent coordinated "look" for the duo at all times;
  • Join into a shared cabin with one other teammate;
  • Attend regular trainings and meetings as part of life onboard;
  • Take part in regular safety exercises and In-Port-Manning duties;
  • Enthusiastically engage with guests and teammates as part of live performances, on- and off-stage; and
  • Rehearse with other musicians for special performances and/or complete personal practice as-needed.

 

Benefits of performing with Princess Cruises include:

  • Flexible contract scheduling above 14 weeks;
  • Variety of itineraries and locations;
  • Negotiable starting salaries based on qualifications;
  • Eligibility for discounted cruise fares after one year of service;
  • Partial reimbursements on Seafarer's Medical Fitness Certificate costs;
  • Reimbursements on certain baggage/travel costs;
  • Company-provided travel to and from the assigned vessel (subject to visa and legal considerations, through select major airports);
  • Company-provided accommodations when traveling to the assigned vessel (subject to scheduling needs); and
  • Access to certain guest areas, facilities, and amenities, on an as-available basis (subject to Captain's Standing Orders and any health guidance in effect).


Video auditions / showreels are required -- YouTube links are the preferred method. Interviews / auditions are planned and scheduled on a case-by-case basis and focus on:

  • Repertoire;
  • Stage Presence; and
  • English proficiency.

We are not currently recruiting for the job.