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Artistic Director - One Voice Chorus

One Voice Chorus of Charlotte, North Carolina is seeking applications for the position of Artistic Director.  This is a part time position, salary is DOE.

About One Voice

One Voice Chorus is the Gay, Lesbian, and Gay-affirmative Chorus of Charlotte. Founded in January 1990, One Voice works to increase understanding and acceptance of gays and lesbians. Our achievement through choral music enables us to reach diverse groups to overcome misperceptions and to grow personally, both as performers and as leaders in our community.

Our 20 to 40 non-auditioned, singing members come from all walks of life, but are united in the desire to create positive social change. A member of GALA Choruses, we reach an annual audience of several thousand people.

 Qualifications

  • Degree in music and 5 years experience, preferably in choral conducting

  • Experience in conducting vocal and instrumental ensembles

  • Knowledge or familiarity of stage production

  • Knowledge of vocal technique and pedagogy

  • Knowledge of standard choral repertoire, LGBT specific repertoire, and experience in programming choral performances

  • Knowledge of and sensitivity to the LGBT community, the LGBT choral movement, and the musical/artistic community

  • Proven ability to recruit and motivate singers and other volunteers

 Major Responsibilities

  • Ensure that One Voice consistently displays artistic excellence and is recognized for its artistic achievement and musical diversity

  • Help create an environment in which all people – members and audience – are valued as an integral part of the Chorus

  • Help One Voice demonstrate leadership and participation within and outside of the LGBT community

  • Help One Voice demonstrate the highest standards of financial stewardship

  • Work cooperatively and communicate effectively with the One Voice Board of Directors and its committees

  • Serve as a representative of the chorus to various constituents (e.g., audience, donors, community organizations, businesses)

Application Guidelines

Interested applicants may submit cover letter, resume and 3 references to the One Voice Director Selection Committee.  Additional materials such as clippings, programs or video tapes may also be requested.  Please send all materials to:

ovdirector@hotmail.com

or

Selection Committee
Attn: Lisa Ewers
36341 Oakhurst Rd.
Albemarle, NC 28001

Upon receipt of application materials, all applicants will receive a detailed information packet about
One Voice Chorus. 

Application materials must be received by May 15, 2008 to be eligible for consideration.  Qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews and scheduling of a demonstration rehearsal prior to the committee’s recommendation to the Board of Directors.

Questions may be directed to the above e-mail or USPS address.