Job Description

We are seeking a music director, or co-directors, for the 2024-2025 season to lead us in joyful song, both in the rehearsal room and out in the community. Transpose takes a uniquely collaborative approach to musical direction, and our ideal candidate will be excited about our community-driven and collaborative decision-making process. Queer and trans individuals are highly encouraged to apply. Desired Qualities: • Ability to modify instruction to reach wide range of experience levels • Ability to collaborate with different personality types • Ability to take feedback from choir members and apply to your leadership Preferred Qualifications: • Music directing experience • Knowledge of the vocal mechanism and technique • Experience working with trans voices and changing voices • Bachelor’s degree in music or equivalent career experience Responsibilities: • Lead rehearsals, ensuring that all musical direction is accessible to all skill levels in the rehearsal space, both to prepare for performances and to build community • Work in conjunction with the TIQSA Steering Committee to propose performance events for the fall and spring semester and collaborate on decision-making • Support music program development by selecting music for community-building and performances in collaboration with a Music Selection Committee which recommends repertoire to be sung by the full chorus and small groups • Work collaboratively with Accompanist and Community Facilitator • Ensure performance readiness of singers, including facilitating voluntary voice check-ins for new and returning members • Facilitate small group rehearsal spaces appropriate to the needs of each small group ensemble • Ensure that sheet music is purchased and printed using the TIQSA budget in conjunction with the Music Selection Committee • Be committed to TIQSA’s mission to create inclusive space for all, regardless of age, ability, race, gender or sexuality Benefits: • 6 missed rehearsals of PTO per year • Bonus at the end of each contract cycle To apply, please email The Hiring Committee at transposeithaca@gmail.com with the subject line_ “Transpose Music Director” and attach your resume/CV._ Application period ends on June 24th. We are happy to read cover letters if you feel so inclined, but please respond to the following questions in the body of your email to the committee: • In the spirit of our fun, introductory community-building practice, please share your name, pronouns, and what (other than music) could you give a 10 minute on-the-spot presentation about? • How did you hear about Transpose and what about Transpose inspired you to apply for this Music Director position? • In what ways do you uplift the queer and transgender people in your life? Job Type: Contract Pay: $600.00 per month Schedule: • Night shift Work Location: In person

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