Music Director Search

Job Summary

• Permanent Music Director (part time) of an auditioned women’s choral ensemble.

• Creates and develops two concert programs each year (December and May).

• Prepares chorus through weekly Monday evening rehearsals from early September through early May.

• Auditions prospective singers semi-annually as needed.

• Attends monthly Board of Directors meetings ex officio; offers advice on areas for which the Board is responsible, including fundraising, publicity, and grant writing.

• Carries out artistic decisions with a high degree of autonomy, but with the advice and consent of the Board of Directors.

• Some flexibility with schedule and performances may be necessary until the pandemic is over.

Requirements

• A passion for excellence in choral performance.

• Degree in choral conducting or related field, or equivalent professional experience

• Experience in conducting choruses of serious amateur musicians

• Demonstrated excellence in performance/rehearsal planning and programming

• Broad knowledge of treble voice repertoire

• Ability to select and guide strong, experienced avocational singers in choral techniques, vocal production, musicianship, languages, and musical background/historical context

• Sense of humor and strong interpersonal communication skills

• Willingness to advise the Board in artistic decisions affecting the chorus

Compensation

Minimum base compensation: $7,000 annually, adjusted depending on qualifications and experience. Salary may be augmented if additional projects or performances are undertaken.