St. Lawrence Choir is seeking a new Artistic Director for the 2014-2015 season

The choir is seeking an Artistic Director with the following prerequisites:

• an advanced graduate degree in choral conducting or equivalent experience
• at least five years’ experience as a professional conductor of a similar-scale organization

• strong artistic and interpersonal leadership abilities
• a passion and declared vision for an expertise in choral music, specifically works for large choir
• experience working with amateur and professional singers
• an understanding of the provincial, national and international choral scene
• a skilled singer, with knowledge of vocal mechanics, techniques, and pedagogy
• fluency in both English or French
• excellent piano skills
• training in orchestral conducting (or equivalent experience)

Additional preferred qualifications:

• experience working with non-profit/charitable organizations
• public speaking experience
• an interest in pedagogy/educational outreach
• involvement in provincial or national choral advocacy
• working knowledge of English or French as a second language

Responsibilities

The Artistic Director will:

• ensure the continued artistic development of the choir, according to the mission statement of the choir;
• select repertoire (approved by the executive committee) for the Choir’s three-concert season;
• run weekly (and sometimes weekend) rehearsals, conduct concerts ;
• organize rehearsal and concert schedules;
• conduct auditions to recruit new singers and audition existing choristers on a regular basis;
• attend meetings of the choir’s executive committee as necessary;
• contribute to the development of artistic components of grant applications and budget reports, when necessary;
• assist the choir in developing outreach and educational activities;
• select guest artists and musicians to perform with the choir;
• be a spokesperson and advocate for the choir;
• facilitate the creation of new Canadian works;

Submission requirements

Interested candidates should submit the following to the selection committee:

1. A resumé;
2. A current repertoire list, highlighting works you’ve conducted that are appropriate for an ensemble like the St. Lawrence Choir;
3. Two concert programs or season brochures from within the past three years that demonstrate your vision in programming;
4. A letter outlining your interest and your unique qualifications for this position;
5. A proposed program for one season of three concerts (one concert should be a cappella, one with medium-scale instrumental accompaniment, and one with small-scale instrumental accompaniment).

Additional preferred material:

• Video footage (max 20 min) of your work in rehearsal and/or performance. This can be submitted by DVD and/or via a link to an online posting on Youtube or similar.

Applications must be received no later than July 1st, 2013 to president@choeur.qc.ca

Compensation will be negotiated with the president of St. Lawrence Choir and will be commensurate with experience.