Music Director

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[size=x-large]About the job[/size]
[size=medium][font=Merriweather, serif]We seek an experienced, energetic, and dynamic Musical Director who thrives in an educational youth theatre setting and knows how to challenge and engage students in 5th through 9th grade.

The music director is responsible for working with the director preparing a theatre production for public performance, including casting, rehearsing the vocalists and conducting (and hiring) the professional orchestra.

Must have strong musical ability, must play the piano, have the ability to teach vocal technique, and conduct a professional orchestra. 

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[size=medium][font=Merriweather, serif][size=medium][font=Merriweather, serif]Typical responsibilities may include:

Auditioning the singers and making casting recommendations to the director
Scheduling music rehearsals in collaboration with the director, choreographer and stage manager
Helping cast members learn their music
Leading music rehearsals for principals, chorus and orchestra
Serving as conductor and contracting orchestra members
Working with the sound designer when microphones will be used
Attending production meetings and rehearsals, as needed
Running educational workshops on musical theatre technique and music theory

Beyond the expected musical skills, the music director must have strong communication and organizational ability. Being a true collaborator is a must.

Production: Andrew Lloyd Webber’s SCHOOL OF ROCK
Rehearsals: June 21- July 14
Monday through Friday- 9am – 1:30pm
Performances: July 15- 22

Pay:
Stipend commensurate with experience.

Qualifications:
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s
Experience Requirement: 1-2 years

How To Apply:
To apply please submit a cover letter and resume to Chris Brindley, Executive Producer[/font][/size][/font][/size]
[size=x-large]More about the company[/size]
[size=medium][font=Merriweather, serif]Weston Drama Workshop, in residence at Regis College Fine Arts Center in Weston, MA has been fostering young artists for the past 54 years. This award-winning summer theatre company is known for its experienced staff and top quality productions every year.[/font][/size]

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[size=medium][size=medium][font=Merriweather, serif][size=medium][font=Merriweather, serif]http://www.westondramaworkshop.org/[/font][/size][/font][/size][/size]
[size=medium][font=Merriweather, serif][size=medium][font=Merriweather, serif]P.O. Box 441 

Weston, MA 02493 
Massachusetts[/font][/size][/font][/size]

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