Director of Choral Activities - Bower School of Music @ Florida Gulf Coast University

Florida Gulf Coast University
Bower School of Music

 
Director of Choral Activities.  The Bower School of Music at Florida Gulf Coast University seeks a choral conductor for a full-time, continuing position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, starting August, 2010.
 
Position Description: The successful candidate will coordinate all aspects of the choral music program; direct University Choir and Chamber Singers; organize and execute on-and off-campus performances; teach courses in choral conducting, choral methods, and choral music education; supervise student teachers; and continue development of productive relationships with area schools and the artistic community. This position includes teaching and student recruitment.  Ability to teach classes in a secondary area, such as studio or class voice, music theory, or music history is desirable.  
 
Requirements: Applicants who have completed or are nearing completion of a doctoral degree are preferred; a master's degree is required. Candidates should demonstrate a strong record of professional performing activity; superior interpersonal and conducting skills; and knowledge of languages, choral repertoire, and choral/vocal technique.  Excellence in teaching and conducting at the college level is expected, and a record of successful teaching choral music in secondary public schools is desired. The university seeks candidates who will contribute effectively and collegially to a positive, dynamic, and inclusive learning environment for a diverse student population.
 
Application Procedure: Submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, sample programs, three recent letters of recommendation, list of references, and video recordings of representative rehearsal and performance.
 
Application deadline: 1/05/2010.
 
To apply for this position, please visit our website at http://jobs.fgcu.edu and access the Req. # 1066.  Application materials will only be accepted online.   All application materials must be received by the deadline date of the position.  Application packages, including additional materials submitted such as videos, tapes, slides, books, etc., are subject to public review under Florida's Public Records law, shall become the property of FGCU, and cannot be returned. Finalists will be required to provide official transcripts.
 
FGCU is an EOE, which has a commitment to cultural, racial, & ethnic communities & encourages women & minorities to apply. It is expected that successful candidates share this commitment.