Choir Director
/Organization: Kingsgate Chorus
Deadline: July 14, 2025
Organization Description:
Kingsgate Chorus is a community-based, five-part harmony, non-audition choir in East Vancouver that has been singing together for more than 10 years. We have approximately 60 members. We love to sing together, collaborate with other groups and artists, and bring our joy of music to the greater community. Please see our Vimeo for examples of our past shows: https://vimeo.com/user32994067
Website:
http://www.thekingsgatechorus.ca
Job Description:
Kingsgate Chorus is looking for a director to lead us in our 2025–26 season. We have two seasons per year: fall (September–December) and spring (January–May). We are looking for a creative, collaborative, joyful person to lead our amateur group of singers.
Time commitment:
Weekly rehearsals: Mondays, 7–9 PM (Sept–Dec 2025 & Jan–May 2026)
Prep time: 20 hours pre-season, approx. 6–8 hours per week (arranging, practice track creation, planning)
Seasonal performance: End-of-term concerts
Option for 1–2 additional community gigs per term (compensated separately)
We are open to alternate models including job sharing and would be happy to discuss this in an interview
Responsibilities:
The Choir Director is responsible for:
Planning weekly choir rehearsals
Leading vocal warm-ups
Arranging songs
Teaching songs to the choir
Working toward a show at the end of each term
Rehearsals are led by ear (not using sheet music), with lyric sheets and practice tracks. Ability to accompany the choir is a bonus. The Choir Director is supported by member-led committees who run many of the administrative and logistical/planning aspects of the choir.
Qualifications:
A skilled arranger who can create dynamic five-part harmonies
Comfortable playing an instrument to support rehearsals, or able to work with an accompanist
Able to teach arrangements by ear
Experienced in vocal coaching, guiding phrasing, timing, and expressive technique
A collaborative communicator and leader who respects our grassroots, community-led structure — someone who welcomes input and fosters a shared sense of ownership, while also bringing their own clear musical vision and decisiveness when needed
How to Apply:
Please see our full job description on our website: https://www.thekingsgatechorus.ca/director
Interested candidates should submit the following by July 14, 2025 to kingsgatechorus@gmail.com:
Resume or CV
A brief statement of interest
Examples of past arrangements (if available)
Optional: Link to performance or teaching footage
Remuneration: $9,900 per term (2 terms per year — Fall 2025 and Spring 2026)
Contact Name: Alison Crysler
Contact Email: cryslerwagon@gmail.com, kingsgatechorus@gmail.com
Contact Phone: (778) 686-8821
