Type: Community
Organization: Voices of Canton, Inc.
Position: Artistic Director
Availability: 07-01-2016

Qualifications:
The Voices of Canton, an 85 voice, auditioned community chorus celebrating its 76th Season, seeks applicants for the part time position of Artistic Director. Employment will begin July 1, 2016 for the 2016-2017 Season.Voices of Canton performs four major programs per season, as well as various outreach performances. Last season the chorus was honored by an invitation to perform at the National Gallery of Art with the NGA Orchestra. Repertoire is diverse and eclectic, from major choral works, Broadway, gospel, bluegrass, etc. The chorus ranges in age from 19 to 86. VOCI’s mission is to celebrate choral arts through performance, using the power of “many voices” as a catalyst within the community to educate, inspire and unite.For complete job description, please consult http://www.voicesofcanton.org/employmentopportunities We welcome you to visit our website at www.voicesofcanton.org.Qualifications:• Master of Music degree in choral conducting or related field (preferred);• Demonstrated success conducting a choral ensemble performing diverse repertoire;• Ability to effectively conduct orchestra or instrumental ensemble;• Facility with languages, choral diction and articulation;• Strong programming skills and dedication to choral excellence;• Experience teaching and inspiring an adult community ensemble preferred.Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit application materials online at artisticdirector@voicesofcanton.org. The following materials need to be received no later than January 15, 2016 for consideration:• Letter of Interest• Current resume/CV• 2 letters of professional reference• Program sample• Video of conducting footage (optional)Applicants are encouraged to submit video of conducting footage electronically, such as linking to a video stream on platforms such as YouTube, DropBox, etc. If you are unable to submit conducting footage online, applicants may submit a DVD by mail to 1001 Market Ave. N., Canton, OH 44702

Salary: Salary for this part-time contract position is commensurate with experience.
Deadline: 01-15-2016

Contact: Carol Olson
Address:
1001 Market Ave. N
Canton, OH
Phone: 330.455.1000
Email: artisticdirector@voicesofcanton.org