Conductor / Artistic Director Position - Guelph Concert Band

Canadian Band Association (Ontario Chapter); Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Guelph Concert Band seeks a Conductor / Artistic Director for the 2022-2023 season. This community-focused role involves motivating musicians, instructing through rehearsals, and engaging actively with the board to enhance the band's performance. Ideal candidates will have a strong knowledge of concert band music and be well-organized in managing rehearsal times.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to motivate and instruct musicians.
• Excellent knowledge of concert band music.
• Experience working with varied skill levels.

Responsibilities

• Motivate, instruct, and manage rehearsals efficiently.
• Collaborate with the board for concert planning.
• Foster harmonious relationships with band members.

Skills

Motivation

Instruction

Communication

Organization

Collegiality

Job description

CANADIAN BAND ASSOCIATION
ONTARIO CHAPTER

Conductor / Artistic Director Position - Guelph Concert Band

The Guelph Concert Band (GCB) is seeking the services of a conductor for duties commencing in the 2022-2023 season. The Guelph Concert Band began in 1878 and has a rich history in the City of Guelph. It draws players of all ages and from different backgrounds. As a non-auditioned band, the range of abilities among players varies. What unifies members is their love of music, and their desire to learn, grow and work together.

The successful candidate will:

• demonstrate a strong ability to motivate, inspire and instruct
• possess an excellent knowledge of concert band music and an understanding of the operation and capabilities of band instruments
• the desire and capacity to work collegially with the board and its committees in concert planning and in the ongoing objective of advancing the calibre of the band
• be well organized, punctual, and efficient in the management of rehearsal time
• have experience working with musicians of various ages and abilities
• be willing to accept feedback and work with band members to foster a harmonious relationship

Rehearsals take place Sunday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Guelph Youth Music Centre (75 Cardigan St., Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7).

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