NORTHERN ALBERTA CHILDREN'S CHOIR CONDUCTING APPRENTICESHIP
The NACC Conducting Apprenticeship Program provides an opportunity for an emerging Alberta choral conductor to work with NACC guest conductor, Christy Elsner, and the Northern Alberta Children's Choir. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate-level or early-career conductor focusing in children's choirs to develop their existing skills under the direction of a world-class pedagogue.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with NACC in rehearsal and to conduct one piece in the Northern Alberta Children’s Choir Gala Concert on Sunday, 9 February 2020, in Edmonton. The NACC Apprentice Conductor will also receive a private conducting coaching session with Ms. Elsner.
The Apprentice Conductor will lead the NACC Preparatory Rehearsal on Saturday 11 Jan 2020, in Edmonton, and will participate in the residency between 6 and 8 Feb 2020. In addition to conducting the full choir, the Apprentice Conductor may be asked to lead sectional rehearsals, work with soloists, and provide assistance in the teaching and performance of the choir’s concert program.
There is no registration fee for the NACC Conducting Apprenticeship Program. However, please note that the successful applicant will be responsible for all costs pertaining to their transportation and accommodation for the duration of the program.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applications may be submitted electronically to info@choiralberta.ca.
Videos may be uploaded to a video-sharing service such as YouTube or Dropbox; please provide a link to the video as part of your submission.
APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED: 17 May 2019
The NACC Conducting Apprenticeship Program provides an opportunity for an emerging Alberta choral conductor to work with NACC guest conductor, Christy Elsner, and the Northern Alberta Children's Choir. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate-level or early-career conductor focusing in children's choirs to develop their existing skills under the direction of a world-class pedagogue.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with NACC in rehearsal and to conduct one piece in the Northern Alberta Children’s Choir Gala Concert on Sunday, 9 February 2020, in Edmonton. The NACC Apprentice Conductor will also receive a private conducting coaching session with Ms. Elsner.
The Apprentice Conductor will lead the NACC Preparatory Rehearsal on Saturday 11 Jan 2020, in Edmonton, and will participate in the residency between 6 and 8 Feb 2020. In addition to conducting the full choir, the Apprentice Conductor may be asked to lead sectional rehearsals, work with soloists, and provide assistance in the teaching and performance of the choir’s concert program.
There is no registration fee for the NACC Conducting Apprenticeship Program. However, please note that the successful applicant will be responsible for all costs pertaining to their transportation and accommodation for the duration of the program.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- a letter explaining the candidate's interest in the program, as well as the reasons they should be chosen
- a current resumé outlining the candidate’s experience in choral conducting and music education for children
- additional supporting documentation (optional)
- a professional letter of reference
- a list of past repertoire conducted
- a video recording of yourself conducting a choir rehearsal and/or concert
Applications may be submitted electronically to info@choiralberta.ca.
Videos may be uploaded to a video-sharing service such as YouTube or Dropbox; please provide a link to the video as part of your submission.
APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED: 17 May 2019
SOUTHERN ALBERTA CHILDREN'S CHOIR CONDUCTING APPRENTICESHIP
The SACC Conducting Apprenticeship Program provides an opportunity for an emerging Alberta choral conductor to work with SACC guest conductor, Dr. Lynnel Joy Jenkins, and the Southern Alberta Children's Choir. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate-level or early-career conductor focusing in children's choirs to develop their existing skills under the direction of a world-class pedagogue.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with SACC in rehearsal and to conduct one piece in the Southern Alberta Children’s Choir Gala Concert on Sunday, 2 February 2020, in Calgary. The SACC Apprentice Conductor will also receive a private conducting coaching session with Dr. Jenkins.
The Apprentice Conductor will lead the SACC Preparatory Rehearsal on Saturday 11 Jan 2020, in Calgary, and will participate in the residency between 30 Jan and 1 Feb 2020. In addition to conducting the full choir, the Apprentice Conductor may be asked to lead sectional rehearsals, work with soloists, and provide assistance in the teaching and performance of the choir’s concert program.
There is no registration fee for the SACC Conducting Apprenticeship Program. However, please note that the successful applicant will be responsible for all costs pertaining to their transportation and accommodation for the duration of the program.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applications may be submitted electronically to info@choiralberta.ca.
Videos may be uploaded to a video-sharing service such as YouTube or Dropbox; please provide a link to the video as part of your submission.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 1 May 2019
The SACC Conducting Apprenticeship Program provides an opportunity for an emerging Alberta choral conductor to work with SACC guest conductor, Dr. Lynnel Joy Jenkins, and the Southern Alberta Children's Choir. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate-level or early-career conductor focusing in children's choirs to develop their existing skills under the direction of a world-class pedagogue.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with SACC in rehearsal and to conduct one piece in the Southern Alberta Children’s Choir Gala Concert on Sunday, 2 February 2020, in Calgary. The SACC Apprentice Conductor will also receive a private conducting coaching session with Dr. Jenkins.
The Apprentice Conductor will lead the SACC Preparatory Rehearsal on Saturday 11 Jan 2020, in Calgary, and will participate in the residency between 30 Jan and 1 Feb 2020. In addition to conducting the full choir, the Apprentice Conductor may be asked to lead sectional rehearsals, work with soloists, and provide assistance in the teaching and performance of the choir’s concert program.
There is no registration fee for the SACC Conducting Apprenticeship Program. However, please note that the successful applicant will be responsible for all costs pertaining to their transportation and accommodation for the duration of the program.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- a letter explaining the candidate's interest in the program, as well as the reasons they should be chosen
- a current resumé outlining the candidate’s experience in choral conducting and music education for children
- additional supporting documentation (optional)
- a professional letter of reference
- a list of past repertoire conducted
- a video recording of yourself conducting a choir rehearsal and/or concert
Applications may be submitted electronically to info@choiralberta.ca.
Videos may be uploaded to a video-sharing service such as YouTube or Dropbox; please provide a link to the video as part of your submission.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 1 May 2019
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