About the Healdsburg Chorus
The Healdsburg Chorus (a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization) is comprised of approximately 60 community, non-professional singers.   We perform twice-yearly in Healdsburg in December during the holiday season and then again in the late April.  The Chorus is non-auditioned, but each new member will sing for the Director for purposes of identifying voice part.
 
Job Description: Community Choral Director
Position Title: Choral Director
Reports To: Board of Directors
Position Type: Part-Time Contractor

Contact Information:
Please reach out to Susanne Lyons -
[email protected]
For more information, please visit healdsburghcorus.com 

 
Position Summary
The Healdsburg Community Chorus is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and skilled part-time Choral Director.  The director will provide musical guidance, select engaging repertoire, and lead weekly rehearsals and performances. The ideal candidate is passionate about community building, capable of working with singers of various skill levels, and committed to enhancing our musical growth. More info at healdsburgchorus.com
 
Key Responsibilities
Artistic Leadership & Repertoire

• Develop an artistic theme and title for each concert and select diverse, accessible, and challenging repertoire that balances artistic excellence with audience appeal.
• Lead weekly warm-ups and rehearsals, including instructing proper vocal techniques, tone, pitch, rhythm, and diction.
• Plan and conduct 2 major concerts/events annually (April and December.)  Season runs late August-mid December and January through late April.
• Audition, select, and coach soloists and small group ensembles, along with the Board.
• Oversee sound, lighting and all concert technical needs.
• Promote a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive atmosphere that attracts and inspires a diverse group of singers of all ability levels.

Administrative & Collaboration

• Collaborate and communicate with the Board of Directors on concert planning, budgeting, marketing, and community outreach.
• Attend monthly Board meetings as an advisor.
• Recruit and manage accompanists, instrumentalists, and guest artists, with approval from the Board.
• Create rehearsal schedules and provide learning resources (e.g., practice tracks) for members.
• Oversee the music library committee, including selecting, purchasing, and maintaining sheet music.
• Supervise and select accompanists and other guest artists and musicians.
• Liaison with the broader choral community.
• Inform the Board of any absences and arrange for substitutes when needed.

Community Engagement

• Act as the public artistic face of the Chorus, engaging with donors and community partners.

• Recruit new chorus members and promote the chorus within the community, seeking to engage a broad cross-section of audience through inspired programming.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Music Education, Choral Conducting, or Vocal Performance preferred.
• Experience: Proven experience directing community, church, or educational choral ensembles.
• Skills:
  • Superior conducting technique and choral teaching skills.
  • Strong knowledge of vocal pedagogy (healthy vocal production).
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Patience and flexibility when working with volunteer, non-professional singers.
  • Ability to balance fun and a sense of humor with the work of each rehearsal and performance
• Passion: Strong enthusiasm for community music-making and ability to inspire others.

Working Expectations

• Regular Monday evening rehearsals from 6:30-8:30 at the Healdsburg Community Church, with some additional sectionals throughout season, plus several additional rehearsals and practice performances though out the season).
• Additional pre-concert dress rehearsals. 
• Occasional weekends for performances, workshops, or special events.
• Flexibility in adapting to a community-driven, non-profit setting.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation is contractual, renewed annually.
• The contract amount is set by the Board as part of annual budget process.
  

Shepherd of the Sierra Presbyterian Church in Loomis is searching for a
music director. This is a paid position—up to 25 hours per week—that
requires selecting and preparing music for Sunday services; directing
ensembles, including the adult choir, handbell choir, and praise team;
planning and directing music for special events; and providing vision and
direction for the music ministry. Administrative responsibilities include
maintaining the music library, managing the music budget, and
communicating regularly with office staff and musicians for planning purposes.
The ideal candidate will have experience leading music in a worshipping
community; skill in leading rehearsals and directing performances in traditional
and contemporary musical styles; strong planning, organization, and
communication skills; and the ability to work with musicians at all levels of
proficiency. A minimum of two years of college coursework in music or the
equivalent training and experience is required.

To apply,
please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three
professional references to [email protected].

Job Description: This position would primarily include accompanying the choral ensembles which rehearse on Tuesday evenings from 7 to 9:50 PM and may include accompanying student lessons, juries, chamber ensembles, wind symphony and recitals.
Applicant Requirements/Qualifications: The desired person for this position will be a strong sight-reader, be stylistically versatile, and have a reasonably flexible schedule.

The music department of Chabot College in Hayward, CA is announcing an
opening for the position of an additional collaborative pianist for the music
department beginning in January of 2026. Hourly pay is commensurate with
documented experience and awarded degrees. This position would primarily
include accompanying the choral ensembles which rehearse on Tuesday
evenings from 7 to 9:50 PM and may include accompanying student lessons,
juries, chamber ensembles, wind symphony and recitals. The desired person for
this position will be a strong sight-reader, be stylistically versatile, and have a
reasonably flexible schedule.
If you are interested, please submit a letter of
interest and résumé to:
Timothy Harris
Music Department Coordinator
[email protected]
and
Ken Rawdon
Director of Choral Studies
[email protected]

Job Description Develop and implement the artistic vision for the Chorale in alignment with its mission and values. Demonstrate the ability to select and interpret a wide range of concert choral literature, both traditional and contemporary. Select repertoire that balances artistic excellence, audience appeal, and diversity of style, culture, and era. Plan, rehearse, and conduct at least two major concerts annually (plus special events as approved by the Board) that reflect prepared lesson plans and effective score study. Demonstrate effective conducting and teaching techniques that lead to appropriate chorale expression. Establish creative and long-range musical objectives and identify and implement specific strategies and actions to achieve these objectives. Collaborate with the Board and committees on concert planning, budgeting, marketing, and community engagement. Serve as the public artistic face of the Chorale with donors, patrons, media, and community partners. Recruit, inspire, and retain volunteer singers; cultivate an inclusive and supportive artistic environment. Assist in development efforts by participating in fundraising events and donor cultivation.

Position Title: Artistic Director – Santa Barbara Master Chorale
Organization Overview: The Santa Barbara Master Chorale is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit choral ensemble dedicated to preserving and advancing the choral arts on California’s Central Coast. Founded in 1984, the Chorale presents concerts spanning classical masterworks to contemporary and multicultural repertoire. Our mission is to enrich the cultural fabric of Santa Barbara through artistic excellence, community collaboration, and educational outreach.
Position Summary: The Artistic Director provides musical and artistic leadership for the Santa Barbara Master Chorale. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Artistic Director is responsible for shaping the ensemble’s artistic vision, directing rehearsals and performances, selecting repertoire, collaborating with guest artists, and engaging with the Santa Barbara community.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the artistic vision for the Chorale in alignment with its mission and values.
• Demonstrate the ability to select and interpret a wide range of concert choral literature, both traditional and contemporary.
• Select repertoire that balances artistic excellence, audience appeal, and diversity of style, culture, and era.
• Plan, rehearse, and conduct at least two major concerts annually (plus special events as approved by the Board) that reflect prepared lesson plans and effective score study.
• Demonstrate effective conducting and teaching techniques that lead to appropriate chorale expression.
• Establish creative and long-range musical objectives and identify and implement specific strategies and actions to achieve these objectives.
• Collaborate with the Board and committees on concert planning, budgeting, marketing, and community engagement.
• Serve as the public artistic face of the Chorale with donors, patrons, media, and community partners.
• Recruit, inspire, and retain volunteer singers; cultivate an inclusive and supportive artistic environment.
• Assist in development efforts by participating in fundraising events and donor cultivation.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in choral conducting or equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated success in conducting community, university, or professional choruses with instrumental/orchestral ensembles in performances of major works.
• Strong knowledge of choral repertoire across historical and cultural traditions.
• Proven ability to work effectively with volunteer singers of varying skill levels.
• Superior communication, collaboration,organizational, and motiviational skills.
• Solid understanding of vocal pedagogy.
• Conducting abilities of the highest artistic standard, excellent choral teaching skills, and innovative visions
• Demonstrated abilities in recruiting and retaining members
• Commitment to community engagement and outreach.

Compensation: Part-time, contract position. Compensation commensurate with experience.
Application Process:  Please submit the following materials:

• Letter of interest describing artistic philosophy and community vision.
• Curriculum vitae or résumé.
• Three professional references, including current contact information.
• Links to video/audio recordings of recent conducting (e.g. personal website, Youtube, etc):
• 10-15 minutes of rehearsal footage
• 10-15 minutes of performance footage

Send applications electronically to: [email protected]
Applications accepted until position is filled.

Job Description: Director retiring after mid-December 2025 concert. Averages 30-35 members. SATB, some music readers, some not. Non-auditioned, but they take it quite seriously and sing their hearts out.  Current program is two Friday evening concerts per year for the community and guests, December and May, with a 14-week season of weekly rehearsals in the community’s chapel. Ample music library with Excel file inventory.  Terrific support from a brilliant collaborative pianist beloved by the singers.  Small stipend available.  Great opportunity for newer conductors or late-career professionals willing to adapt to the needs of these senior singers, who will inspire you with their enthusiasm and dedication to community singing as a lifelong art form. Interested candidates are welcome and encouraged to visit and even lead a rehearsal.  Inquiries to [email protected].

Applicant Requirements/Qualifications: A passion for the benefits of singing throughout the lifespan, and the willingness to make adaptations for a community choir of elders.

Contact: Ralph C. Olson
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (925) 525-6151

The Trilogy Vineyard Singers are seeking a Choir Director and Accompanist. Both are paid positions.

The Trilogy Vineyard Singers, a 10-year community choir of about 40 singers, are based at Trilogy at the Vineyards in Brentwood, CA. The singers have a range of music reading abilities and the ensemble supplements director-led rehearsals with weekly sectional meetings, led by volunteer section leaders. A choir member selects music with input from the director. More information can be found at vineyardsingers.org.

The Trilogy Vineyard Singers rehearse on Thursdays in Brentwood from 4:30-6:30 PM, with approximately 13 rehearsals prior to a dress rehearsal and two concerts. The ensemble hopes to begin rehearsals in October 2025 for a concert in January 2026.

Contact: Rui da Silva
Email: [email protected]
Website: ​www.catholicchoirtours.com

​About the Role: How would you like to bring Catholic choir groups to Rome to sing in front of Pope Leo? Catholic Choir Tours, a division of About Cast.tours, is seeking passionate and well-connected Sales Directors and Brand Ambassadors to introduce North American Catholic choirs to an unforgettable musical pilgrimage across Italy. Your mission: to contact church choirs, priests, bishops, and Catholic community leaders and offer them the opportunity of a lifetime.

Our exclusive European tour features:
• Choir performances at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome
• Concerts in Florence and Venice
• Appearances and headlining performances by award-winning Catholic singers and speakers
• A powerful spiritual journey guided by faith and music

As a Sales Director/Brand Ambassador, your role includes:
• Contacting Catholic church choirs across the U.S. and Canada
• Reaching out to priests, bishops, and church leaders to invite them to lead these choir groups
• Promoting this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity through your existing network
• Helping groups register and prepare for this unforgettable spiritual and musical tour
• Coordinating with our team to ensure a seamless experience for participants 

Compensation & Perks:
• Commission-based compensation with industry-high earning potential
• Free trip included – travel alongside the groups you bring on board
• Offer free travel to priests, bishops, or spiritual leaders who lead your groups
• Work remotely with flexible hours
• Join a powerful movement combining faith, music, travel, and ministry

Ideal Candidates:
• Have existing relationships with Catholic churches, choirs, priests, or diocesan leaders
• Passionate about faith, music, and travel
• Comfortable with outreach, networking, and evangelizing exciting opportunities
• Self-starters with excellent communication skills and strong follow-through
• Experience in ministry, music leadership, group travel, or sales is a plus

About Us – Catholic Choir Tours/About Cast.tours:
We create once-in-a-lifetime experiences by combining faith, travel, and elite-level access. Our parent company, About Cast.tours, also partners with top teams and athletes from the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, and major college football programs—delivering premium experiences and unforgettable moments for fans, choirs, and groups across North America.

Apply Now: If you're ready to inspire others, travel the world, and promote a powerful experience rooted in faith and music, we’d love to hear from you. Send your resume and a short note on why this opportunity speaks to you. Serious, faith-driven applicants only. Limited positions available.

Bay Area Showcase Chorus (BASC), a chapter of Sweet Adelines International (SAI), is an award-winning a cappella chorus comprising around 50 women of all ages, vocal ranges, and musical backgrounds. Our music varies from traditional barbershop to contemporary songs, all arranged in close 4-part harmony.

Learn more at singharmony.org.  If you have any questions, you can contact us at [email protected].   Part-time (10 - 15 hours per week). Compensation negotiable. 

JOB DESCRIPTION
 The Chorus Director is responsible for the overall musical product. They provide the artistic and musical vision, leadership, and inspiration, as well as the technical and teaching skills to continue to advance BASC’s artistic excellence. They agree to abide by Sweet Adelines International, Regional, and Chapter Bylaws, plus Regional and Chapter Standing Rules.  RESPONSIBILITIES  Exercise final authority for all decisions pertaining to rehearsals, performances, shows, and competition, delegating responsibility when appropriate.  Appoint a Music Team consisting of section leaders, Assistant Directors, visual communication leaders, and other support staff. Plan and conduct weekly Thursday evening chorus rehearsals (2.5 hours) and any additional rehearsals, including all-day rehearsals, according to the chorus's goals and calendar. Rehearsals include teaching the selected music, and providing a variety of activities and education in vocal skills, music education, and barbershop style performing.
For scheduled vacations and emergencies, the Director will make arrangements for an Assistant Director or Music Team member to conduct the rehearsal. Prepare and direct all musical aspects of chorus performances and shows, working with appointed chorus members on the non-musical performance aspects. Make arrangements for an Assistant Director to fill in if necessary. Prepare and lead the chorus in Regional and International competitions. 
Work collaboratively with the Music Team in the selection of music and arrangements to be performed. Oversee the purchase and tracking of sheet music and licenses. Purchase or prepare learning tracks for all music. Serve as the Musical Coordinator on the Management Team, participating in team meetings and management of chorus business, including budgets, goals, policies, procedures, team building, calendaring, and membership recruitment.
Plan and conduct extra rehearsals, including selecting and scheduling outside coaches, as needed, to boost skills and prepare for competitions.  Provide education/training to existing and new members in singing four-part harmony in the barbershop style. Provide input to and guidance in all aspects of visual communication, including choreography, characterization, staging, costumes, and hair and make-up. Decide on riser standing positions. Ensure the quality of chorus, smaller group performances, and quartets through appropriate performance qualification processes. Promote quartet development and approve performance readiness. Work collaboratively with the Music Team to determine the audition process. Attend SAI and Regional training sessions for music directors.
Applicant Requirements/Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  
Proven and demonstrated technical musical skills. Barbershop style skills, or the willingness to become trained in the barbershop style. Willingness to pursue further development of musical and directing skills by attending training classes/seminars. SAI Director Certification or willingness to attain SAI Director Certification within 12 months. Strong teaching, rehearsal, and delivery skills. Strong leadership and communication skills—both verbal and written. Ability to create an environment that encourages self-improvement and participation. Outstanding interpersonal skills. Basic computer skills. High level of enthusiasm and energy. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS  Formal musical training Barbershop musical training. Experience directing a chorus. Desire to attain SAI Master Director level.  Experience with music recording technology.

Requestor's Name Angela Miranda
Requestor's Email [email protected]
Name of Organization Diablo Choral Artists

Position Artistic Director

Position Summary
DCA is seeking an energetic, innovative Artistic Director who will build on our tradition of musical excellence, grow our membership of experienced amateur singers, enhance our repertoire, expand our audience, and assist in developing a firm financial foundation for the choir’s future. More information about DCA - including its Mission and Vision Statements - is available at its website, dcachorus.org; DCA virtual performances can be accessed on YouTube at dcachorus.org.

Responsibilities and Duties
The Artistic Director provides overall artistic direction for DCA concerts and other activities consistent with DCA’s Mission and Vision Statements and in collaboration with the Board of Directors.
• Plan in a timely manner and obtain Board approval of the programming of annual concert seasons, with a range of repertoire that will be interesting and challenging for singers, and enjoyable and exciting for audiences.
​• Serve as ex officio member of Board of Directors and attend monthly meetings of the Board.
• Prepare estimated budgets for concert seasons in terms of costs for instrumentalists and soloists, if necessary, as well as any necessary costs to purchase music scores.
• Conduct weekly choir rehearsals and at least one 5-hour Saturday retreat rehearsal in the fall and in the spring in preparation for concerts.
• Collaborate productively with DCA accompanist to provide a positive rehearsal environment and an efficient, effective rehearsal.
• Encourage singer participation and preparation to achieve high performance standards, including locating (or creating) appropriate practice aids by part.
• Conduct all performances of DCA, including any given on special occasions.
• Participate in local media outreach to recruit singers and promote concerts.
• Assist in preparation of programs, flyers, and other advertising for concerts, including writing program notes as required for each concert.
• Assist in developing and implementing fundraising strategies, such as silent auctions, etc.
• Audition singers for membership in DCA and make determinations of the eligibility of each applicant.
• Provide ongoing instruction in vocal production and choral techniques to the chorus with the goal of improving the artistic quality of the choir.
• When necessary, audition, hire, and prepare instrumentalists, professional soloists, and non-member singers, and provide for fee negotiation with the Board of Directors.
• Assist the Board in developing new streams of revenue, finding new venues for performances, and developing new collaborations with other choirs and musical organizations in Contra Costa County and nearby locations.
• Perform any other duties that may be agreed upon between the Board and the Artistic Director.

Contract and Compensation
The Artistic Director is a part-time position as an independent contractor for a term from August 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, with the potential for annual renewal. Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications, with potential compensation ranging from $12,000 to $18,000 annually. DCA is a California non-profit.

Qualifications
• Professional experience as a choral director.
• Appropriate music degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to work productively with singers of different levels of musical experience and ability.
• Good people skills, including ability to establish rapport with choir members and audiences.
• Extensive knowledge of choral literature and experience conducting both traditional masterpieces and contemporary choral repertoire, including music of historically underrepresented composers and styles.
• NOTE: Excellent keyboard skills, as well as technical ability and experience with streaming concerts and zoom rehearsals, would be a plus.

Application Process
• Application Deadline: June 20, 2025
Please email application materials to Board President, [email protected]. Application should include:
• Cover letter and curriculum vitae
• List of choral groups conducted, including size of group, length of conducting experience, and types of music performed
• List of choral works you have conducted
• YouTube or other video of you conducting, if available
• Two sample programs from concerts you have conducted
• Materials of your choosing that support your application (optional)
• Names and contact information for three references
The DCA Search Committee will review applications as they are received and will contact applicants we wish to interview. All applicants will receive a response. Finalists chosen following a Search Committee interview will be invited to audition with the chorus during July 2025.

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