Job Title: Artistic Director
Location: Mechanicsburg, PA, in South Central Pennsylvania
Organization: The Cumberland Singers

The Cumberland Singers is currently seeking an Artistic Director. The ideal candidate for this part-time position will be an experienced musician with a background in choral conducting and a genuine commitment to fostering musical excellence and community engagement.

The Cumberland Singers is a non-profit community choir dedicated to bringing the joy of music to the local area. It is composed of members from various backgrounds and levels of musical experience, who come together to create beautiful harmonies and foster a sense of camaraderie through music. The group has performed throughout Central Pennsylvania since 1976 and recently transitioned to an all-treble voice ensemble with approximately 30 to 40 members each season. A basic audition with the director is required to become a member.

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly rehearsals, guiding members in vocal technique, musical interpretation, and ensemble
  performance
• Select repertoire that is diverse, engaging, and appropriate for the choir’s skill level and interests
• Prepare the choir for performances and other public engagements, including but not limited to: concerts, community events, and collaborations with local artists and organizations
• Foster a supportive and inclusive rehearsal environment that encourages participation, collaboration, and personal growth among choir members
• Collaborate with the choir’s board of directors to develop and implement artistic goals, concert programming, and long-term strategies for the choir’s growth and development
• Serve as a positive and professional ambassador for the Cumberland Singers within the local community, building relationships with community members, other arts leaders, stakeholders, and potential supporters
• Additional responsibilities as necessary and commensurate with experience
  
  Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in music, choral conducting, or a related field (preferred) or equivalent training and experience
• Experience conducting choral ensembles of varying sizes and skill levels
• Knowledge of vocal technique, music theory, and choral repertoire across different genres and styles
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse groups of individuals
• Flexibility, creativity, and adaptability in response to the evolving needs and dynamics of the choir and the community
  
  Schedule and Compensation
  Rehearsals are held weekly on Tuesday evenings in Mechanicsburg from September to December and January to April.
  A concert series of approximately three concerts are performed in December and April.
  Compensation is negotiable and is based on education and experience starting at $1,800 per season. Compensation is paid monthly on a pro-rata basis for rehearsals and concerts.
  
  To Apply:
  Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to CSBoardContact@gmail.com with the subject line: “Director Search Applicant.” In your cover letter, please include a brief statement outlining your vision for the choir, your approach to community engagement through music, and your salary requirements per season. Interviews for the position will begin in May 2024.
  We look forward to hearing from you!
  
  Cumberland Singers · PO Box 963 · Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
  cumberlandsingers.org

Accompanist: Harold Plant
Harold (Skip) Plant has played piano, pipe organ and electronic keyboards professionally for more than forty years. He studied choral composition and vocal music at Utah State University, then pursued a career as a television producer/director with many nationally distributed performance specials, documentaries and series on PBS. He is a composer, arranger and performer, and his work experience includes many years as a recording studio chief engineer.