Part-Time Choir Director, Saint Vincent College Singers

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About the Organization
Saint Vincent College is an educational community rooted in the tradition of the Catholic faith, the heritage of Benedictine monasticism, and the love of values inherent in the liberal approach to life and learning. Our mission is to provide quality undergraduate and graduate education for men and women to enable them to integrate their professional aims with the broader purposes of human life. The programs, activities, and encounters that make up student life at Saint Vincent College encourages the intellectual gifts, professional aptitudes and personal aspirations of students to mature harmoniously.

Position
Part-Time Choir Director, Saint Vincent College Singers

Location
Saint Vincent College

Full-Time/Part-Time
Part-Time

Shift
-not applicable-

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Description

Part-Time Choir Director, Saint Vincent College Singers

Position Type: Part-Time

Reports To: Music Department Chair

Position Summary

The Choir Director is responsible for developing, rehearsing, and conducting the Saint Vincent College choir. This director will create engaging musical experiences that enhance the college's cultural life while providing opportunities for student musicians to grow artistically. The director will be a member of the Music & Performing Arts Department and will work with the department and various offices to present concerts and special musical performances throughout the academic year.

Primary Responsibilities
Conduct choir rehearsals with professionalism and musicality, building an ensemble that demonstrates technical excellence and collaborative spirit
Plan and conduct two major choir concerts per academic year-one in the fall and one in the spring-selecting appropriate repertoire that balances classical works, and contemporary compositions
Prepare the choir to sing at significant college events including convocations, commencements, special services, and community gatherings
Select musical repertoire appropriate for the skill level of the choir while maintaining high artistic standards
Work with Music & Performing Arts Department to recruit singers to build and maintain a strong choral ensemble
Collaborate with music faculty and Academic Affairs to integrate choir performances into the college's academic and community calendar
Secure performance venues, manage logistics for concerts and special events, and coordinate technical requirements
Maintain rehearsal materials, purchase sheet music as needed, and manage the choir's music library
Provide individual musical feedback to singers and foster a supportive, inclusive choir environment
Communicate regularly with the Music Department Chair regarding choir activities, student progress, and program developments

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