Choir of the Sound seeks a talented and dynamic Associate Director.
Conducting the choir in rehearsals, warmups, performances, and outside gigs. Working with the Artistic Director to program concerts. Leading a small, subset group of the choir to be included regularly in performances and outside gigs; providing leadership for section leaders; recruiting for the choir; and assisting with other conducting and non-conducting duties as assigned. This position will be contracted to begin July 2025. Candidates must have meaningful choral conducting experience, a broad knowledge of choral repertoire and programming, and a collaborative spirit. Candidates must be willing and effective public advocates for Choir of the Sound and be comfortable engaging with the public both formally and informally.
The mission of Choir of the Sound is to enrich the lives of our community and our members by sharing exceptional performances of diverse musical styles, blending many talents to create a more perfect whole. The choir uses a blend of staging, lighting, and choreography to present its Holiday and Spring Pops shows as musical-theater-style productions. The more formal Winter concert features major choral works and other classical music. While focusing on programs of high musical quality, the choir strives to convey a genuine and infectious sense of fun to its audiences.
Choir of the Sound is an organization that is built upon the ideals of diversity, inclusivity, and empowerment. We strongly and sincerely encourage applications from people of color; immigrant, bilingual, and multicultural individuals; people with disabilities; members of LGBTQIA+ and gender non-conforming communities; and people with other diverse backgrounds and life experience. All applicants will be considered without attention to race/ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, socioeconomic, veteran, or disability status.
Position: Associate Director
Posted Date: April 29, 2025
Chorus/Organization Name: Choir of the Sound
Start Date: July 1, 2025
Application Deadline: June 30, 2025
Position Qualifications:
Preferred:
Principal Duties: (Standard operating year runs from September through the first week of June)
Reports to: Artistic Director and President of the Board of Trustees
Compensation and Benefits: Compensation to be $4,500 annually, or commensurate pay based on level of experience
Application Requirements: