Staunton Choral Society

The Board of Directors has just learned that our beloved Director, Raymond Hebert has decided to move to California to be closer to family.  Raymond leaves us after 6 years of outstanding direction and we definitely wish him and his wife great success.

So we must search for a new director.  If you have experience with Choral Direction and are interested in this volunteer with honorarium position we would love to hear from you.  Position description is below:

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Choral Director
Staunton Choral Society - Staunton, VA

Staunton Choral Society, Providing the Shenandoah Valley with choral excellence for over 50

years! Featuring 30+ Volunteer Members that enjoy varied programs that are featured in two FREE concerts each year. The Director, like the Members, is a Volunteer with Honorarium per concert season. (Christmas and Spring).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Direct the chorus during weekly Monday night rehearsals (plus additional times identified by special needs) and direct the chorus during at least 2 concerts per year.
• Take initiative by being creative in the development of musical events, such as the Hymn Festivals, benefit concerts and collaboration with other community music groups.
• Select choral music that reflects the theme and message for each concert and suits the abilities of the group.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Must have some Choir Director experience.
• Knowledge of a wide variety of musical styles and the ability to teach these varying styles to the choir.
• Possess effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Possess good organizational skills.
• Possess a positive attitude.

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in music desired but not required.

Application deadline:  June 15, 2020.  (send to stauntonchoral@gmail.com)  Full position description provided upon request.
Position is available July 2020 for the 2020 Christmas Concert season.

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