Contact Us | Performance Requests | Advertising | Credits | Member Login

  Oakland-East Bay Gay Men's Chorus is requesting resumes for the director of its small ensemble. On Q is the 12 voice select ensemble of the larger chorus.

On Q Mission Statement:
“Inspired by fellowship discovered in the celebration of choral music, the members of On Q engage, entertain and are the outreach ambassadors to the community.”

Purpose of On Q:
The members of On Q perform at various venues throughout the year with the goals of offering entertainment, bringing favorable recognition to OEBGMC, and generating revenue.

Expectations for Members of On Q:
1 ) Arrive on time for all rehearsals
2 ) Strive to attend all performances: all large ensemble seasonal concerts, plus any possible day, evening and weekend performances
3 ) Conduct oneself in a manner befitting an ambassador of OEBGMC
4 ) Strive to attain the highest quality of musical performance

Music Director of On Q Job Description:
Reports to:
OEBGMC Artistic Director, or designee

Music Director of On Q Duties:
1. Arrive prepared and on time to all rehearsals and performances, utilizing the highest quality of professionalism.
2. Arrange hours as needed to accommodate attending evening/daytime rehearsals and performances.
3. Arrange for qualified substitute for any absence, with AD’s prior agreement.
4. Utilize rehearsal time efficiently to maximize the ensemble’s preparedness and morale for optimal performance quality.
5. Work under the AD’s direction to plan ensemble’s performances.
6. Order, obtain, distribute and collect music for ensemble, as directed and approved by AD.
7. Accompany ensemble during rehearsals and performances, directing ensemble fromthe keyboard as necessary.
8. Set ensemble rehearsal and audition schedules, with AD prior approval.
9. Actively work to bring in performance opportunities for On Q that engage the community, advocate the organization and/or bring in monetary contributions.
10. Direct and frequent communication with the AD is a must – meeting with the AD on a monthly basis at minimum. AD will occasionally sit in on On Q rehearsals, offer suggestions for improvement, give guidance and direction, and make sure the best
interests of OEBGMC are upheld.

Compensation:
Independent Contractor Part-Time Position.
$420/mo (salaried position based on $35/hr, 12/hrs per month)
A performance review will be conducted by the AD in conjunction with the Personnel
Committee annually in June.
A written 30 day notice to OEBGMC is requested prior to contractor resigning from this
position.

Applying:
Send cover letter, resume and supporting materials electronically to:


 
 
 
     
 

Home | Contact Us  | Credits
© 2010 Oakland- East Bay Gay Men's Chorus.  All rights reserved. Any reproduction of this site or its contents is strictly prohibited.
360 Grand Avenue
∙ PMB 103 ∙ Oakland, CA 94610 ∙ 1-800-706-2389