The Pickering Community Concert Band (PCCB) is looking for a new Conductor of our well-established community band of over 45 musicians.

The candidate for the new Conductor opportunity must be familiar with classic band repertoire and able to lead musicians, playing in different styles at varying levels of musical ability, to achieve their best level of music performance as an ensemble.

If this interests you review the job posting below and submit a CV no later than May 1st, 2024 to president.pccb@gmail.com

Description

The Musical Director must be enthusiastic, knowledgeable in Concert Band repertoire and is expected to create a solid and friendly rapport with the musicians. He / She must work in collaboration with the Band Executive and Section Leaders. This is a paid position.

Qualifications:

● A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in music or equivalent training and experience;

● Extensive knowledge of concert band music;

● Prior experience as a concert band conductor an asset.

• The ability to encourage and motivate members to achieve their musical potential, both individually and collectively;

● The ability to organize and meet deadlines;

● Good interpersonal and communication skills;

● A willingness to work closely with Band Executive Committee and Band members;

● An active leadership role within the Band and function as an ambassador to the community;

● Availability for evening rehearsals, normally on Tuesdays, with flexibly for concerts and special events at other times;

• The ability to create a collegial rapport with band members, while keeping experienced players interested and giving guidance and confidence to less experienced players.

● A willingness to attend and participate in meetings of the Executive Committee

Musical Duties: The musical director must:

● Conduct rehearsals and performances effectively;

● Select music from band library and select music for purchase based on the annual budget.

● Create concert themes and repertoire lists for concert programs;

● Create repertoire lists for each season;

● Work closely with the band librarian to ensure timely music distribution to members;

● Convey concert repertoire to musicians well in advance of concerts;

● Plan rehearsals to ensure concert readiness

Application submission:

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume, no later than May 1, 2024 by email to: president.pccb@gmail.com

Selection process:

● Selected applicants will be invited to attend an interview with members of the Executive Committee.

● Final applicants will be invited to conduct an audition rehearsal with members of the Pickering Community Concert Band