Artistic Director

The Detroit Women’s Chorus seeks to provide an inclusive celebration of the power and beauty of voices through song: creating community and building unity throughout the Metro Detroit area. Our goal is to create a safe space for all self-identifying women to express themselves through the choral arts.

STATEMENT OF THE POSITION: The Artistic Director sets the artistic vision of the Detroit Women’s Chorus and serves as its conductor. They will be knowledgeable, personable, self-sufficient, and detail-oriented, and will work with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to organize logistics for rehearsals and concerts. They will be expected to have had a minimum of three years' experience in assisting or directing vocal ensembles. They must also have the ability to teach vocal technique to inexperienced singers using a diverse array of methods from sheet music to rote. Most importantly, the Artistic Director will support and embrace the goals and values of the Detroit Women’s Chorus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct weekly rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances

• Plan the program for the season, including repertoire, venue selection, and the scheduling of rehearsals

• Be the primary contact, alongside the Executive Director, with venues, site-contacts, and collaborators

• Attend monthly Board meetings 

• Represent the DWC in social/public settings, in the press, on social media, etc.

• Approach music-making with positivity, patience, and inclusivity