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This page lists positions among GALA Choruses Member Choruses for artistic and administrative staff.

Current Vacancies


Director of Fund Development
Flying House Productions

Flying House Productions, home of Seattle Men's Chorus & Seattle Women's Chorus, the largest gay/lesbian choruses in the world, have a job opening. See full job description and benefits plus how to apply at www.flyinghouse.org.

Accepting applications through 6/13/2008 or until position is filled.

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Minister of Music
Christ Covenant Metropolitan Community Church

Christ Covenant Metropolitan Community Church 109 Hibernia Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030 is seeking a Minister of Music. Our church currently has 85 members. Our church is grounded in the Christian tradition and ministers primarily to the LGBT community (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender).

Christ Covenant has one Sunday morning service with Communion at 11:00 a.m. We have a full adult Chancel Choir accompanied by the Associate Minister of Music. It is a liturgical service where sacred hymns and contemporary music are both used.

In partnership with the Senior Pastor and other staff, the Minister of Music plans and executes worship experiences and selects music that embodies the vision and mission of the congregation. Ensures that the choir is a place where the musical gifts of trained and untrained singers are valued, where the ministry of music with and for the congregation is a key focus, and where the care and mutual support of the members of the choir is supported. The right candidate will understand that their ministry will be both spiritual and pastoral, as well as meeting music and worship requirements.

The ideal candidate should be classically trained in Sacred Music, experienced in choral directing, and be familiar with other forms of music, particularly contemporary. All special event services (Christmas, Easter, etc.) are led by the Minister of Music. The position starts at 10 hours per week with a salary of $10,400 and as the church grows this position will grow too.

Experience in piano accompaniment is an asset.

The position is available for immediate start March 12 and will be open until filled.

Please send cover letter, resume, and references to Rev. Tessie Mandeville at TMandeville@christcovenantmcc.org or fax it to 404-373-6804.

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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 and salary depends on experience.

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 April 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.

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Artistic Director
Central PA Womyn's Chorus

The Central PA Womyn's Chorus, a lesbian and feminist chorus in Harrisburg, PA, is looking for an energetic, enthusiastic Artistic Director versed in a wide variety of musical styles, who will encourage musical excellence and membership growth.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in music, 1 year experience directing, ability to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and enjoyment, and availability for Monday night rehearsals. Compensation will be discussed at interview.

The CPWC Artistic Director provides overall artistic leadership and direction to the chorus, sectional leaders, and accompanist(s), conducts rehearsal each Monday evening in season, conducts scheduled performances, plans concert themes at least one year in advance in collaboration with the grant writing committee, leads the music selection committee in selection of repertoire to support planned concerts, and presents monthly reports to the board of directors regarding the status of the artistic programs and projects. Applicants should mail or email a resume to the address indicated below. More information about the chorus is available at http://www.cpwchorus.org.

CPWC
PO Box 60426
Harrisburg, PA 17013
info@cpwchorus.org

CPWC is an equal opportunity employer.

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Artistic Director
Gateway Men’s Chorus

The 70-voice Gateway Men’s Chorus, celebrating its 21st season in St. Louis, MO, offers an attractive salary for a qualified part-time Artistic Director. The primary function of the position is to provide leadership in the development, arrangement, programming and conducting of the Chorus’ concert seasons.

Minimum requirements for the key responsibilities of the Artistic Director include:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education or other related discipline
  • Minimum of 5 years conducting experience
  • Advanced keyboard and vocal skills
  • Familiarity with a variety of musical styles – traditional to contemporary
  • Effective management practices embracing the diversity of thoughts and ideas

Application procedure:

Submit an electronic resume and brief video demonstrating conducting ability to: office@gatewaymenschorus.org. Type ’Artistic Director’ in subject line.

or

Submit a resume, brief video, and other supporting materials to:
Gateway Men’s Chorus
Attn: Dick Woodhouse
826 Union Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63108-1040

A full job description is available at www.gatewaymenschorus.org.

Deadline for resumes and supporting materials is February 15, 2008. Interviews begin early March 2008, with a final decision by June 2008. The position begins July 1, 2008.

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Chorus Manager
San Diego Men's Chorus

CHORUS MANAGER Part-Time Contractor

The San Diego Men’s Chorus, performing high-quality choral music since 1985, is growing. We’re now accepting resumes for our new Chorus Manager position. The Chorus Manager will coordinate the functions of our office, provide administrative support to our Board of Directors and Artistic Director, and assist with special projects, The position will be paid a monthly salary based on 10-12 hours per week. It is supervised by the President of the Board.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

OFFICE MANAGEMENT:

  • Answer phones and pick-up voicemails; route messages to leadership team.
  • Check and respond to web and e-mail inquiries; route inquiries to leadership team.
  • Develop systems for office filing--including financial records, files, archival materials, and membership information.
  • Select, train, and supervise volunteers to assist with office projects and administrative tasks.

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT:

  • Supervise activities of Operations Staff, a group of volunteers who provide administrative assistance and refreshments at weekly rehearsals, as well as front-of-house staffing at concerts.
  • Attend most weekly rehearsals to assist in Ops Staff supervision and collection of payments, dues, tickets, and other membership-related items.
  • Type letters, marketing materials, and other items for distribution to membership, patrons, press, and the public.
  • Assist Treasurer with basic bookkeeping functions, including some use of accounting software.
  • Coordinate, in conjunction with the volunteer Librarian, music filing systems.
  • Order, photocopy and distribute printed music scores for members.
  • Assist with updating of website content and online membership portal, as needed.
  • Other tasks as assigned by the President and/or Artistic Director.

SPECIAL PROJECTS & CYCLICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Coordinate distribution, assignment, and collection of concert tickets.
  • Manage season subscription database and seat assignments.
  • Coordinate mailings for concerts and other events.
  • Assist with collection of materials and sales of ad space for concert program books.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & TRAITS

  • Strong organizational skills, ability to manage many different tasks
  • Excellent written communication skills, with good eye for editing and commitment to accuracy (may be required to submit writing samples)
  • Basic accounting skills
  • Computer software skills, specifically strong in Word, Excel and desktop publishing
  • Familiarity with Music or Arts organization culture, needs, operations
  • Friend and supporter of the LGBT community
  • Eye for detail and high standards
  • Ability to work with many different type of personalities / "political" skills
  • Respect for confidentiality and understanding of importance of discretion

High school diploma required; College degree (Associate or higher) is preferred.
Candidates with office experience will be given preference.

START DATE:  Resumes will be reviewed as received; Hiring as soon as possible.

APPLICATION:  Submit resume and cover letter electronically (Word or PDF) to: president@sdmc.org

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Executive Director
Women’s Chorus of Dallas

The Women’s Chorus of Dallas seeks a part time executive director to lead public relations, marketing, volunteer recruitment, financial development and strategic planning. TWCD promotes the strength, diversity and joy of women by performing high quality music to entertain, inspire and serve the community.TWCD gives three concerts each season and sings at numerous community events in support of diversity, women's health and domestic violence. TWCD has performed at Carnegie Hall, and will be a resident company of Dallas’ Center for the Performing Arts. For job description and resume submission contact barbara@twcd.org

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Principal Accompanist/Asst. Director
Triangle Gay Men’s Chorus

The Triangle Gay Men’s Chorus-a 12-year old men’s choral ensemble is looking for a solid, experienced accompanist to join our artistic staff and propel our organization through its second decade of performing. A member of the GALA Choruses (Gay & Lesbian Association of Choruses), TGMC has a rich history of musical excellence.

Currently, we are searching for a rehearsal and performance accompanist. Applicants should be proficient on the piano, have strong warm-up fundamentals and have excellent sight-reading ability. The position will eventually become an Assistant Director of the Chorus and Artistic Director for our new small ensemble.

Hopefuly, the right candidate will be adept at the following:

  • Sight-reading accompaniment,
  • Open-score reading of parts,
  • Vocal warm-up techniques,
  • Choral accompanying (excellent touch, tempo, style), and
  • Giving feedback to the Artistic Director.

Rehearsals for the current season are from 7pm-9:30pm every Tuesday evening at the Durham Arts Council building in downtown Durham from January through June 2007 For more information or schedule an appointment, please contact Thomas King (TeKay) at: president@tgmchorus.org, or 919.672.0244. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Salary is a monthly stipend, based on talent and experience.

Please e-mail resume or letter of interest to: president@tgmc.org

Contact: Thomas King, President & General Manager
president@tgmchorus.org
919.672.0244
Closing Date: Accepting applications until the position is filled.

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Co-Director
New Mexico Women's Chorus

Job Opportunity: Co-Director of New Mexico Women's Chorus

The New Mexico Women's Chorus is a non-auditioned feminist community chorus committed to improving our musical skill and welcoming women of all musical abilities and experience levels. We are seeking a co-director with choral directing experience who is familiar with women's voices, and who is able to coach and work respectfully with women of all musical abilities and comfort levels. You must be willing to work within the feminist and democratic structure of NMWC to help us meet our musical and organizational goals. We are a small-budget chorus, so this is a part-time position with a modest salary. The ideal co-director would also sing with the chorus when not directing. Please send resume to PO Box 40703, Albuquerque, NM 87105, or contact Caroline Parks (cparks@mindspring.com, 505-286-4037)

Job Description: Co-Director of New Mexico Women's Chorus

As a non-auditioned feminist community chorus, New Mexico Women's Chorus welcomes all women without regard to musical ability or experience level, sexual orientation, or gender identity, and we are committed as a group to improving our musical skill.

NMWC is run democratically by chorus members, with a 7-member Board of Directors who manage business matters and chorus operations. Oversight of artistic affairs is shared between chorus membership, the Board, and the choral director or co-directors.

Co-Director's responsibilities include:

  • Conducting the musical portion of chorus rehearsals and performances, and organizing and assisting in the production of section-based rehearsal tapes.
  • Collaborating with, determining placement of, and providing musical direction to singers, including coaching in vocal and choral techniques.
  • Working respectfully with women at various levels of musical performance, comfort, experience, and skill.
  • Working respectfully with differently-abled and special-needs members.
  • Collaborating with and providing musical direction to accompanists, instrumentalists, section leaders, ensembles, and other musical guests.
  • Working with the Board of Directors and the chorus membership to establish and achieve musical goals through program development, repertoire selection, and maintenance and improvement of artistic standards.
  • Performing related work as mutually agreed upon with the Board of Directors and the chorus membership.
  • Collaborating with other choruses and their directors as appropriate (such as the New Mexico Gay Men's Chorus).

Co-directors will work together, with Board input, to determine how conducting duties will be shared.

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Music Director/Conductor
Providence Gay Men's Chorus

The Providence Gay Men’s Chorus (PGMC) is currently seeking a new Music Director/Conductor for its 2008-09 season. The PGMC, founded in 1995, is a men’s 4-part chorus currently comprised of 25 singers. The chorus’ mission is "Harmonizing Diversity in Song" and the ideal candidate for this position will help the PGMC to champion this goal. (Additional information about the PGMC can be found online at www.ProvGMC.org.)

The chorus currently performs twice yearly, in the fall and spring, as well as at a number of fundraisers and community outreach events throughout the year. The ideal candidate for this part-time position will have previous experience directing/conducting choral groups and must have a four-year college degree in a related music field. (The ability to arrange music is desired but not a requirement.)

Those interested in applying for the position should send a resume and letter of interest to Jonathan Beebe by email to jonathan_beebe@hotmail.com or by mail
c/o PGMC,
PO Box 41482,
Providence , RI 02940-4182.

Resumes must be received no later than May 9, 2008.

Complete Job Description:

The Music Director provides the artistic vision of the Providence Gay Men’s Chorus and is responsible for the leadership and direction of every performance aspect of the chorus. The Music Director is under contract and accountable to the PGMC Board of Directors.

Artistic Management

  • Provides overall artistic leadership and direction for the chorus
  • Conducts auditions for chorus members as needed
  • Recruits the community’s best choral talent
  • Develops and maintains relationships with existing choral organizations in the community (i.e., GALA member choruses)
  • Coordinates and serves as leader in preparation for multiple choral concerts
  • Supervises all artistic aspects in the choice of repertoire and selection of venues
  • Selects all artistic personnel (soloists)
  • Supervises all rehearsals and concerts
  • Supervises all recording activities (where applicable)
  • Writes program notes for each concert
  • Develops a positive working relationship with the accompanist

Administration

  • Coordinates music filing system with the librarian
  • Responsible for securing music for concerts
  • Develops rehearsal schedule, prints copies and distributes to members

Board Relations

  • Presents monthly reports to the Board of Directors regarding the status of the artistic programs and projects
  • Attends executive committee meetings
  • Participates in fundraising activities

Public Relations

  • Serves as official spokesperson for the organization
  • Participates in community activities that further the name recognition of the chorus
  • Represents the chorus in all media appearances
  • Participates in musical and professional organizations locally and nationally
  • Collaborates with the Board of Directors in developing marketing campaigns and publicity for the chorus

Financial Management

  • Develops an annual comprehensive artistic plan in collaboration with the Board of Directors that provides the basis for the annual budget
  • Participates with the Board of Directors in fee negotiation for artists and orchestra
  • Follows the approved annual budget
  • Collaborates with the Board of Directors in the preparation of grant applications
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Artistic Director
Rocky Mountain Arts Association

Rocky Mountain Arts Association is seeking an Artistic Director for Out Loud: The Colorado Springs Men’s Chorus. This is a part-time position, approximately 20 hours per week (increases during concert and outreach periods).

The Artistic Director of Out Loud: The Colorado Springs Men’s Chorus is responsible for implementing the artistic and musical decisions of the Chorus. The Artistic Director plans and executes all of the music in a given season: rehearsals, performances, recordings, and outreaches. In addition to musical duties, the Artistic Director should maintain a visible image in the community to promote the Chorus in all areas.

    Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Musical Direction of the Chorus
    • Administration of Performance-Related Activities
    • Chorus Development
    • Administration of the Artistic/Production Staff
    • Public Image
    • Vision for the Future
    • Community Outreach

    Reporting and Relationships:

    • Reports directly to Chorus Council President
    • Works/Communicates with the Executive Director and Board of Directors of Rocky Mountain Arts Association
    • Employment agreement is with Rocky Mountain Arts Association

    Experience:

    Minimum of five-years experience conducting a male or mixed chorus; proven success in planning and executing concerts with a wide range of musical styles; strong motivator of positive goals; organizational skills; reasonable familiarity with artistic/production budget preparation and compliance.

Application Information:

To be considered for this position please respond to info@rmarts.org with the following information:

    • Cover letter stating why you are interested in this position and why you feel you are qualified. Though not a requirement, please include information regarding experience working with GLBTQQ/Allied choruses.
    • Current resume/CV
    • Three (3) letters of recommendation if readily available to email
    • Audio and/or video files of choral conducting experience if available to email.

Mail physical copies of materials to:

AD Search Committee

C/O J William Adams

1028 Syracuse St

Denver, CO 80230

Applicants may be asked to provide complete undergraduate and graduate transcripts and copies of specialized training certification(s), where applicable. Selected candidate will be required to pass a background screening inquiry by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

Deadline for receipt of materials is May 30, 2008.


About Out Loud: The Colorado Springs Men’s Chorus (Out Loud)

Out Loud, a program of Rocky Mountain Arts Association, was founded in 2006 with 22 singers at its premier concert. The chorus quickly grew to its current 50 members. Out Loud is the first and only gay/gay supportive men’s chorus in Colorado Springs and joins seven other GLBT/Allied choruses in Colorado. The chorus performs two major concert series each season (Fall/Holiday and Spring), a July Pride concert, and a minimum of 10 outreach concerts each year in the Colorado Springs and Denver metropolitan areas.

Out Loud exists to build community through music. The members of the Chorus have joined together for the purpose of making an artistic statement: the Chorus, as it sings, provides educational, cultural, and social enrichment for our audiences and ourselves, and we identify as an organization of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender (GLBT) people and supporters that is actively making a positive contribution to the entire community.

About Rocky Mountain Arts Association (RMAA)

RMAA was formed in 1982 as the parent of the Denver Gay Men’s Chorus, the first arts program in Colorado to use the word “gay” in its name. Over the years, RMAA has grown and its programs now include Out Loud: The Colorado Springs Men’s Chorus and Mosaic Youth Chorus, the seventh chorus of its kind in North America for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning youth and their straight friends, ages 14 to 20. RMAA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, and receives funding from major municipal and private foundations, individual donors, concert ticket sales, and other fundraising activities.

In all its dealings, RMAA and its programs do not discriminate based on age; ancestry; creed; color; mental or physical disability; gender; gender identity, expression or characteristics; marital status; national origin; political service or affiliation; race; religion; sex; sexual orientation; veteran status; or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

RMAA is a founding and active member of GALA Choruses—the association of GLBT/Allied choruses from around the world (www.galachoruses.org).

www.outloudcsmc.org

www.rmarts.org

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Submit a Job Posting

To submit a job vacancy, please email description to info@galachoruses.org. The following items are required for postings to this page:

  • Title of position
  • Name of organization
  • Name and contact information for submission of application materials and/or for further information
  • Closing date and time for submission of application materials

These items are optional, but will help make your ad more effective:

  • Contact information for organization (e.g., address, telephone number, web site URL, e-mail address, etc.)
  • Type of service (e.g., temporary, permanent, full-time, part-time, etc.)
  • Description of position duties
  • Description of position qualifications
  • Information required to apply (e.g., resume, number of references, application form, etc.)
  • Salary range, benefits

Please note: announcements without a closing date will not be posted.

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