Position: Accompanist for The Woodville Concert Choir INC. based in Croydon Park, Adelaide SA

Are you a talented pianist with a love for choral music?  The Woodville Concert Choir is a community choir of men and women of all ages and performing a wide-ranging repertoire of songs. We are looking for a skilled accompanist to work with us, beginning in February 2025

The choir was founded in 1981, with the help of the Woodville Council ( now City of Charles Sturt Council) and has continued to bring joy to the local community for 43 years. Our performances can include classical, sacred, contemporary, popular, jazz. We sing at Aged Care Centres and Retirement Villages around Adelaide, local ANZAC Day ceremonies, weddings and funeral when invited, with a Major Concert being held towards the end of each year.

The Role: 

• Rehearsals: to attend rehearsals weekly on Tuesday evenings between 6.30pm and 8.40pm, and at designated times in the lead up to larger concerts. 
• Rehearsals are held at Croydon Park, a northwestern suburb of Adelaide. 
• Concerts: To support us in all performances across Adelaide playing an integral role in concerts, special events, and our Christmas concert. 
• To collaborate closely with our conductor to shape the musicality and expression of our choir’s performances, bringing out the essence of each song. 
• Lead a small men’s ensemble and Ladies ensemble to sing at concerts.

Remuneration : This is a paid position, to be settled by agreement between the successful Applicant and the Management Committee. 

For this position we are looking for:

• A skilled pianist, comfortable with sight-reading, and adapting to various music styles. 
• Prior experience in accompanying choirs or vocal ensembles is highly desirable. 
• Flexibility and Reliability: Our schedule includes regular rehearsals and some weekend performances. We seek someone who is committed and adaptable. 
• Musical Sensitivity: The ideal accompanist can respond to the nuances of choral singing, blending supportively without overpowering, and can help guide singers in finding expression and rhythm.

If you’re interested in this role we’d love to hear from you!
Apply Today! For more information, please direct your enquiries to woodvillecc@internode.on.net