Pianist / Keys Musician

Carnival UK (P&O Cruises & Cunard) are recruiting for skilled & experienced “reading” Musician – Keys / Pianists to work in our Dance/ Function Band or House Orchestras as part of our onboard team. Our Musician – Keys/ Pianist deliver a varied entertainment line-up whilst sailing around the world! Many of today’s top UK musicians started with a career at sea. Could you be next?

About the role: As Musician – Keys/Pianist with Carnival UK you will deliver high-end live shows as directed by our onboard Musical Director. You will be required to attend rehearsals and perform music before live audiences, sight-read musical parts and play the piano/ keys to a high standard. Exceptional delivery of all shows is ensured by fully rehearsing and maintaining high standards of music. You will follow the daily musical plan for shows as required, including group and solo performances. This role has excellent opportunity to step-up / cover the Musical Director as/when required.

Skills/ Experience Required: You must be an excellent sight-reader, able to improvise, have an extensive knowledge of musical styles and be able to demonstrate relevant professional experience. It would also be an advantage to be familiar with the use of digital sheet music technology and software. We are seeking a Pianist / Keys with a Musical Performance degree (equivalent) or relevant industry experience. Ideally a Minimum Grade 8 Royal College of Music certification or equivalent is required.

Application Process: Apply online. If you have a showreel of you playing, please include this on your CV. Auditions are held online and will take place mid-late July. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted by a member of our resourcing team who will explain and provide you all the details with regards to the audition process.

It takes great passion and real dedication to maintain our position at the top. That’s why people are at the heart of our journey delivering the highest standards to our valued customers. With support to help you reach your potential and attractive company benefits. Join us on our journey and apply now.

We are working hard to build a flexible and inclusive culture. As part of our culture difference is valued and our people can be themselves. We welcome applications from everyone because inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership and pregnancy & maternity.

During the recruitment and on boarding process we may not be able to offer an exact start date, but as soon as we do, we will let you know and make sure you have plenty of notice and support to get ready for your adventure with us.

Seafarers are recommended to be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations prior to joining a ship.