Associate Conductor
The GRAMMY-award winning National Children’s Chorus, America’s premier choral institution for youth, seeks skilled conductors in our chapter city of Dallas to lead ensembles, varying in ages from 5-9. Start date will be in September 2025.
Position Summary
The Associate Conductor role is to provide excellent choral direction within the NCC's Junior Division, facilitating a smooth and cohesive educational journey for students as they advance toward the Senior Division ranks. The position demands excellence in artistry, creativity, musical style, time management, communication, and people skills. Working closely with the Principal Conductor and the Associate Artistic Director, as well as Kodály instructors, is an integral part of this position.
Job Description:
- Preparation and leading of one rehearsal per week on Thursday afternoons.
- Conduct two concerts per year (Winter and Spring).
- Adhere to and teach musical standards and concepts as defined by the National Children’s Chorus.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Music, Master’s or Doctorate preferred.
- Minimum two years conducting experience.
- Kodály Certification or completion of Levels 1 and 2 preferred.
- Previous experience working with children.
- Upbeat, creative personality.
- High-level verbal and written communication skills.
