- Organization:
- Crystal Coast Choral Society
- Location:
- Swansboro, NC
- Salary:
- negotiable based on experience and education
- Posted On:
- April 9, 2025
Description
The Crystal Coast Choral Society is looking to fill a music director position beginning in November 2025.Director will lead approximately 50 singers for two seasons each year. Weekly rehearsals are held on Tuesday nights from 7-9PM from the first Tuesday in January until the concerts usually scheduled in mid- to late-April and then from the first Tuesday after Labor Day until the concerts around the second weekend in December. The Choral Society is based in Swansboro, North Carolina.
If interested, please send a request for further details and application to [email protected].
Requirements
Crystal Coast Choral Society Music Director
Organization Description
The Crystal Coast Choral Society is a community choir established in 1986. Over the years, the CCCS has had up to 50-60 singers for two seasons of singing each calendar year. The singers primarily represent Onslow and Carteret counties, however, singers sometimes come from other adjacent counties. Typically, two major concerts are presented in December and two in late spring, with one concert each season being presented in Onslow County and the other in Carteret County. Occasionally, throughout the year, the CCCS participates in other events like opening of the area Senior Games, or presenting additional concerts like our recent benefit concert to help the residents of western Carolina after being affected by a hurricane.
The Crystal Coast Choral Society is a non-profit organization incorporated in the state of North Carolina and operated exclusively for charitable and educational purposes consistent with the general statutes of North Carolina under Chapter 55A and with the section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code to which contributions are tax deductible.
The Crystal Coast Choral Society (CCCS), a non-profit organization, sponsors a professionally directed and accompanied community chorus of volunteer singers. Our vision is to educate, inspire and encourage a love and appreciation for choral singing in the present and for future generations. The mission of CCCS is to afford residents of Eastern North Carolina an opportunity to come together to perform choral music for the benefit of Onslow County and surrounding areas and to foster future musicians.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Music, Music Education, Choral Conducting, or related field from an accredited organization
Some experience conducting musical groups
Preferred Qualifications
Extensive experience conducting musical groups, including choirs and orchestras.
Position Description
Choir director will manage choir’s rehearsals, performances, and other activities.
Responsibilities
Rehearsals: Lead weekly rehearsals to help singers achieve the correct pitch, rhythm, and harmony
Performances: Direct performances to ensure the choir performs the desired score
Concerts: A minimum of two concerts in December and two concerts in late spring annually.
Board: Attend monthly board of directors meetings and work with the board to achieve goals
Workshop: Possible annual Saturday workshop
Recruiting: Assist with recruiting efforts to find new singers
Music selection: Choose and order music for rehearsals, concerts, and events with approval by CCCS board
Budgeting: Help develop and manage the choir\'s budget and logistical needs
Teaching: Teach vocal techniques to choir members
Inviting: Any needed guest artists and musicians to perform with chorus within the CCCS budget.
Communication: Communicate effectively with choir members and other stakeholders
Leadership: Motivate and guide choir members with varying levels of musical expertise
Skills and Qualifications
Strong understanding of music theory
Organizational abilities
Time management
Effective communication
Leadership
Proficiency in vocal technique, sight-reading, and keyboard skills
A Bachelor\'s Degree in Music Education, Choral Conducting, or a related field
Position Compensation
This position is paid as a self-employed contract worker. Music director is paid a flat rate per rehearsal and performance. Can be negotiated per experience and training.
How to Apply
Contact Debra Pylypiw, president, board of directors, at [email protected] for information and application.