The University School Performing Arts Department seeks an Assistant Music Director for their upcoming production of “The Mystery of Edwin Drood”.

 

Responsibilities include:

 

Assisting with vocal rehearsals

Coaching soloists, small groups, and sectionals as needed

Conducting rehearsals in the absence of the Music Director

Attending dress rehearsals (listen for balance, take notes, etc.)

 

An ideal candidate will have:

 

Bachelor’s Degree in Music or equivalent experience

Willingness to work in a collaborative team

Interest in working with students grades 9-12

Ability to play piano for coachings and rehearsals (preferred, but not required)

Availability to attend most rehearsals (some conflicts are acceptable)

 

Rehearsal schedule:

 

Rehearsals take place from 6-9pm Monday through Thursday, mid-January through April. Not all rehearsals in January, February, and March are music rehearsals.

 

There are no rehearsals between March 16 and April 2 (Spring Break).

 

There are two Sunday technical rehearsals on April 22 and April 29 from 1-6pm.

 

Final dress rehearsals take place on Monday, April 30 (6-10pm), Tuesday, May 1 (6-10pm), and Wednesday, May 2 (8:30a-12pm).

 

Performances are May 5, 6, and 7 (7:30pm). The Assistant Music Director is not required to attend performances.

 

Compensation:

 

Salary is commensurate with experience. This an independent contractor position with no benefits. All University School employees and independent contractors must successfully complete a background check.

 

Application Process:

 

To apply, please send a brief cover letter, résumé, and references to Daniel Singer, Director of Music, by e-mail to dsinger@us.edu, or by mail to University School, 2785 SOM Center Rd, Hunting Valley, OH 44022.