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GSPYO String Ensemble Conductor Vacancy Announcement
GSPYO String Ensemble Conductor Vacancy Announcement
POSITION: String Ensemble Conductor
REPORTS TO: Symphonic Youth Orchestra Conductor
SUPERVISES: Students in the youngest ensemble of the Garden State Philharmonic Youth Orchestras; volunteers.
SALARY: $310/month
JOB SUMMARY: The GSPYO is located in Ocean County, NJ and draws students from several nearby school districts. Three orchestras provide enhanced ensemble and music education experience, and strive to foster a love and appreciation of symphonic music through weekly rehearsals and two concerts per academic year. Interested applicants should submit a resume and brief coverletter to gspyouth@gardenstatephilharmonic.org.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Artistic
• Conduct all rehearsals and concerts of the String Ensemble
• Train students as to the particulars of playing string instruments, i.e.: bowing, intonation, posture, etc.
• Recruit students for the ensemble
• Participate in admission and placement auditions
• Select appropriate repertoire
• Encourage a love of music
Library
• Communicate repertoire selections with other staff in a timely manner
• Prepare rehearsal and practice parts as needed
• Oversee distribution and collection of music
• Procure music through the GSP Artistic Director and administrative staff
Other Functions
• Understand and abide by GSP Policies and Procedures
• Supervise and work with GSP volunteers
• Build and sustain healthy relationships with area music instructors
• Attend mandatory GSPYO Team meetings as scheduled
• Communicate with GSP artistic and administrative staff and GSPYO Team in a timely and consistent manner
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in music performance or education
• Three years experience teaching string instruments
• Exceptional musicianship and conducting skills
• Thorough understanding of youth orchestra environment
• Strong ability to work and communicate with youth
• Strong interpersonal skills