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: Strathmore is a multidimensional creative anchor in the community, where everyone can connect with the arts and artists can explore their full potential. We present nearly 400 performances, exhibitions, and education programs annually for diverse audiences on our Montgomery County Maryland campus and throughout the community.

Based one-half mile outside the Capital Beltway in North Bethesda, Maryland, we serve the entire Washington, DC region and the state of Maryland with exceptional artistic experiences and opportunities to learn and connect. Our work is based on our mission to amplify distinctive and diverse artistic voices and curate experiences to enrich every life and shape stronger communities.

We are actively assessing how systemic inequities impact our organization’s work at all levels and how best to address those inequities in a way that is consistent with our mission. This commitment is made within the broad context of Strathmore’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access (IDEA) goals to expand access and diversity, promote inclusion, and build equity for all. With these daily actions, Strathmore intends to become an actively anti-racist, anti-discrimination, and inclusive organization. You can read more about Strathmore on our website, including information about our mission and values.
: Strathmore is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, Strathmore provides employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, genetic status or information, military or veteran status or status in any status protected by federal, state, or local law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Strathmore will not tolerate unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any circumstances.

We are eager to cultivate a broad and inclusive field of applicants. Strathmore is committed to building a diverse community of staff, volunteers, and interns. Individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

We are actively assessing how systemic inequities impact our organization’s work at all levels and how best to address those inequities in a way that is consistent with our mission. This commitment is made within the broad context of Strathmore’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) goals to expand access and diversity, promote inclusion, and build equity for all.  With these daily actions, Strathmore intends to become an actively anti-racist, anti-discriminatory, and inclusive organization. You can read more about Strathmore on our website, including information about our mission and values.

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ABOUT STRATHMORE YOUTH CHORUS (SYC)
SYC (formerly Strathmore Children’s Chorus or SCC) is a choral music education program for children grades 2 through 12, based at the Music Center at Strathmore, North Bethesda, Maryland. We have over 200 choristers singing in six ensembles – Preparatory, Apprentice, Treble, Concert, Tenor Bass, and Chamber. We teach music literacy and bel canto vocal production in an ensemble context. We foster authentic creative expression, challenge growth, bring joy, and contribute to the well-being of our choristers. We produce two concerts per season at Strathmore, and we contribute to the performances of many of Strathmore’s performing arts partners, including the National Philharmonic Orchestra, Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras, and more. Additionally, Treble Chorus participates in an annual Maryland Young Voices Festival, giving this ensemble an opportunity to perform and represent Strathmore beyond the Music Center.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Associate Choral Director conducts the Treble Chorus, comprising 30 choristers aged 10 to 14. Treble Chorus meets weekly on Tuesdays, 6:30pm – 8:00pm from September to late May/early June at the Music Center at Strathmore. Accompanist and choral manager provided. This is a part-time position with Tuesday evening rehearsals; monthly staff meetings Saturday mornings, mid-August to June; two SYC-self-produced concerts, December and late May/early June; chorister social functions, one during each semester; and opportunities for additional performances and festivals throughout each season, starting with the Maryland Young Voices Festival that rotates hosting and coordination from among its seven participating choirs. The position will begin in August, 2025.

2025-2026 KEY DATES

Mid-August, exact date TBD Pre-Season Team Meeting

Monday, August 18 or Tuesday, August 19 August Auditions

Saturday, September 6 and September 13 Choral Retreats

Tuesday, September 9 First Fall Semester Treble Chorus Rehearsal

Tuesday, November 4 Stage Rehearsal

Monday, December 15 Tech Rehearsal

Friday, December 19 Winter Concert, A World of Celebration

TBD Mid-year Auditions

Tuesday, January 6 First Spring Semester Treble Chorus Rehearsal

Saturday, January 10 and January 17 Choral Retreats

TBD, typically March or April Maryland Young Voices Festival

Tuesday, April 14 Stage Rehearsal

Monday, May 18 Tech Rehearsal

Friday, May 22 Spring Concert

Dates TBD June Auditions

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborate under the Artistic Director and with artistic staff to plan two to three concerts annually

Assist in teaching music literacy skills in the rehearsal context for Treble Chorus

Teach and conduct weekly 90-minute rehearsals

Supervise and conduct Treble Chorus, including hired instrumentalists as applicable for this ensemble, for two SYC-produced concerts annually at the Music Center at Strathmore

Assist SYC staff with supervision and logistics as needed for SCC-produced concerts

Complete written evaluations for choristers once annually, deadline determined by Artistic Director with SYC staff

Prepare Treble Chorus for occasional special community events upon request, on mutually agreed to schedule determined at least eight weeks in advance

Plan and select repertoire for Treble Chorus to contribute to a larger concert theme for 2-3 concerts annually

Work in collaboration with the Artistic Director to continue to grow the larger SYC and its offerings

Meet with Artistic Director and staff monthly during the season to consider policies, review procedures, coordinate concerts and various performances, and other work of the program

Communicate weekly with Artistic Director on rehearsals, concerts and procedures

Correspond with parents as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified candidates will possess the following skills and be able to make a multi-year commitment to build the choral program at SYC.

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Choral Music Education; Master’s or equivalent preferred

Minimum five years’ experience conducting age-specific treble chorus vocal ensembles

Highly knowledgeable with quality repertoire representing bel canto vocal instruction and international representation of treble-voiced choral music

Highly knowledgeable with training in vocal pedagogy and music literacy for this age group

Leadership and artistic creativity to develop repertoire programming that maximizes choir potential

Vocal skills and ability to direct and teach by example

Educational and mentoring skills that foster personal growth and learning in children and youth

Applicant should work well with a team, and be able to work independently

Strathmore is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Strathmore will not tolerate unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any circumstances.

We are eager to cultivate a broad and inclusive field of applicants.  Strathmore is committed to building a diverse community of staff, volunteers, and interns.  Individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.  

STATUS & SALARY
This is a part-time, non-exempt, salaried position compensated at $9,000.00 annually. All contact and correspondence will remain confidential.

TO APPLY
Apply via the portal prior to April 4, 2025.

Required materials include a cover letter and resume (CV). Additionally, provide links to no more than three video recordings of recent concert choral programs conducted by the applicant. Maximum length for all submitted video links combined shall be no longer than 15 minutes, and average of five minutes per selection.

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