MUSIC DIRECTOR/CONDUCTOR: …for a 23 piece ORCHESTRA and a 35-piece Vocal Ensemble.* Good command of an orchestra and/or chorus of any size/style.
- The ability to write music for virtually every musical instrument.
- Lead and conduct rehearsals, and help musicians and singers blend with others.
- Prepare musical arrangements for musicians and singers in their
- proper key, to achieve their best possible comfort and sound.
- Study a musical scores to encourage musicians to learn music and produce maximum sound for the rehearsals and performances.
- Selecting music: Choosing compositions and arrangements for performances, and selecting guest performers and soloists
- prepare for performances:
- The ability to review and interpret musical scores and study them to prepare for rehearsals and performances.
- *he ability to ensure that musicians play with one coherent sound, balancing the melody, timing, rhythm, and volume.
- The ability to perform the difficult and frustrating task of
- reviewing auditions, which can take many different auditions to
- find the best musicians & singers.
- * The ability to work well with composers, musicians, singers,
- recording studio personnel and a variety of of people.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:
- ORGANIZATION: The ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively,
- multitask and complete projects & miscellaneous tasks in a timely manner.
- TEAMWORK: The ability to act as a team player, positively motivate persons,
- resolve conflicts, encourage a positive work environment.
- SUPERVISORY: The Ability to identify strengths & weaknesses in others,
- Effectively delegate tasks, coordinate projects and support the work/efforts of others.
- QUALITY OF WORK: strong organizational & prioritizing skills, the ability to multi-task, to concentrate on detail, good attendance, etc.
- SOFTWARE: Strong computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Word, Excel, and. (proficient in Excel, Outlook, Word).
- EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATIONS: (written & verbal) good listening & negotiating skills.