Jobs - Assorted/Conducting

Music Director/Conductor
York Symphony Orchestra

Date: Nov. 27, 2012
Location: York, Pennsylvania
URL: www.yorksymphony.org

The Music Director/Conductor is responsible for ensuring that the repertoire of the YSO serves to meet the long-range artistic, strategic and educational goals of the orchestra. In addition to the traditional responsibilities of a symphony Music Director, S/He assists in the promotion of the YSO by being available for public appearances, special events and personal visits with key members of the community.

The Music Director/Conductor selects guest artists, subject to the available resources of the YSO. S/He serves as the principal conductor, rehearsing and conducting all performances. S/He is responsible for the quality of the performance and of the musicians.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Initiate and formulate short and long-range artistic policies with the Music Committee and the Board.
• With the Music Selection Committee, shape the musical season, initiating, coordinating and communicating programming for all concerts; i.e. repertoire, guest conductors, guest artists and special concert plans.
• Select soloists for each season and provide information to the YSO Executive Director regarding contact information for creating contracts and obtaining promotional material.
• Rehearse and conduct all subscription and special concerts. Oversee orchestra personnel in terms of quality and contribution.
• Audition potential new members of the YSO.
• Participate in and support fund-raising events and community outreach
• Assist in the promotion of the orchestra by being available for public appearances.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Exceptional musicianship and conducting skills.
• A minimum of five years of professional conducting experience.
• Demonstrated success in audience and volunteer relations, orchestra development and audience growth.
• Strong interpersonal relations and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

TO APPLY:
Please email a resume and cover letter to Ken Wesler, Executive Director, York Symphony Orchestra at kwesler@strandcapitol.org. Samples of candidates work with other orchestras is strongly desired, and YouTube or other online videos are the preferred method of delivery. No phone calls or mailed submissions will be accepted, with the exception of samples of music, which may be submitted via mail. However, all recordings must be of live concerts. amylinksul@gmail.com.