The Dentdale Choir is seeking to appoint a new musical director to lead the choir from September 2022.
The role involves planning repertoire for the choir, leading a regular Tuesday evening rehearsal of around 1 hour 45 minutes, supporting three annual performances (normally two carol services and an annual spring concert) and working with the choir committee as required.
The Dentdale Choir is a community-based chamber choir of around 30 members based in Dent village in the Yorkshire Dales/Cumbria. The choir performs a wide a range of repertoire, including large traditional classical works as well as more modern pieces, both accompanied and a cappella. The group is not auditioned but works to a high standard, producing strong and satisfying performances which enthuse and challenge the choir.
The successful applicant will contract with the choir on a self-employed basis. A probationary period will be agreed and remuneration will be subject to negotiation.
The deadline for applications is 31st August 2022
Full details of the role including key contacts for enquiries and information on how to apply can be downloaded from the choir website:
