ARCappella Choral Director for 2024 PRESTON VIC - ARCappella Choir

Type of post: Choir Vacancy
Sub-type: VIC & TAS Chapter
Posted By: Amelia van Lint
Status: Current
Date Posted: Fri, 10 Nov 2023

Job Title:

 Choral Director - ARCappella

Job Category:

 Teaching/Choral Conducting

Organization:

 Amateur Repertory Company Inc

Branch:

 ARCappella Choir

Location:

 Preston, VIC

Hourly Rate:

 Hourly Rate $80-120 based on qualifications and experience
Flat fee for performances $250

Position Type:

 Contract, Casual

Contact:

 Amelia van Lint, ARC Choir Manager 0434 356 688

Position Start Date

 Term 1 2024

Mandatory Requirements:

 Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Driver’s License

Applications Close

 12 December 2023
ARC, Amateur Repertory Company Inc. is a not-for-profit community arts organisation that commenced as a youth theatre group in 1996. ARCappella –the a cappella choir of ARC was established in 2000. ARC has two branches supported by an over-arching Committee of Management. Our Branches include ARC Theatre– the musical theatre production and ARCappella singing group. In late 2015, ARC also commenced the ARC Children’s & Youth Choir also managed under our choir branch. ARCappella is an un-auditioned adult community choir.
The specific objectives of ARCappella
  • To encourage and develop the vocal talent of choir members.
  • To achieve a high level of expertise within the choir, promoting self-esteem and self-worth amongst its members
  • To perform at community festivals and other occasions and participate as part of the community.
ARCappella rehearses Wednesday evenings 7.30-9.30pm during school terms and through the year performs at a range of events, including hosting the Northern Choir Fest and a range of Christmas events. Some additional rehearsals are scheduled in the led up to major performances as negotiated.
ARCappella is an un-auditioned choir with a diverse range of musical skills from novice to experienced sight readers who enjoy coming together to sing on a Wednesday night for both singing and social connection.

ARCappella is seeking a Choral Director for 2024. Must be available for weekly choir rehearsals on Wednesday evenings during school terms, commencing 25/1/2024.
  • The ARCappella Choral Director will lead and instruct the choir in weekly rehearsals, preparing a variety of pieces for concerts and events, encouraging, and developing the choral skills of ARC members.
  • In addition to weekly rehearsals, the Choral Director is expected to attend all performances of the choir. Performances dates as negotiated.
  • Prepare learning materials for choir members (i.e., recordings of parts) for our on-line resources available for members through the ARCappella website www.arcappella.org.au
  • Attend a minimum of two Choir Committee meetings per year for planning and the ARC Annual General meeting to present a Choral Director’s Report.

Relevant Qualifications & Experience

Degree level music qualification or Music Teacher training preferred.
Previous experience in choral conducting/musical direction preferred.
Appropriate level of musicianship. Must be able to play piano/keyboard to support choral teaching during rehearsals.

Preferred Skills

  • Knowledge of Rehearsal technique
  • Knowledge of the voice
  • A good understanding of singers
  • An ability to work within a community arts organisation and work collaboratively with the ARC Choir manager and Committee of management.
  • Ability to select appropriate repertoire for the choir in consultation with the Choir committee.
  • A high level of reliability and initiative
  • Ability to inspire and motivate others.
  • Ability to collaborate with other choirs/musicians for joint performances.
  • Ability to be flexible, to deliver both face to face and virtual choir rehearsals as required.

Additional Notes

ARC promotes a child safe environment. A current Working with Children Check is mandatory..
A trial session with the choir and interview with committee representatives will be held prior to appointment. A nominated referee may be requested. Trial Sessions are paid.
ARC supports professional development of our choral directors. An annual contribution for professional development for approved courses is available.
For further information contact the ARC Choir Manager -Amelia van Lint on 0434 356 688 or email manager@arcappella.org.au
 
For more information, see: https://arcappella.org.au/