Associate Conductor

The National Children’s Chorus, America’s premier choral institution for youth, seeks skilled conductors in our chapter cities of Washington, D.C., San Francisco, Austin, Dallas, and Boston, to lead ensembles, varying in ages from 5-10. Start date will be in September 2022.

Position Summary

The Associate Conductor role is to provide excellent choral direction within the NCC's Junior Division, facilitating a smooth and cohesive educational journey for students as they advance toward the Senior Division ranks. The position demands excellence in artistry, creativity, musical style, time management, communication, and people skills. Working closely with the Associate Artistic Director, as well as Kodály instructors, is an integral part of this position.

Job Description:

• Preparation and leading of one rehearsal per week

o Washington, D.C. — Sunday/Tuesday afternoons/evenings

o San Francisco — Tuesday evenings

o Austin — Monday evenings

o Dallas/Boston — Thursday evenings

• Conduct two concerts per year (Fall and Spring).

• Adhere to and teach musical standards and concepts as defined by the National Children’s Chorus.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Music, Master’s or Doctorate preferred.

• Minimum two years conducting experience.

• Previous experience working with children.

• Upbeat, creative personality.

• High-level verbal and written communication skills.

Please go to the following webpage to complete an application: https://nationalchildrenschorus.wufoo.com/forms/associate-conductor-application-202223/