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YOUTH CONCERT ORCHESTRA CONDUCTOR

The Winnipeg Youth Orchestras is seeking a conductor for our middle level orchestra effective July 2025. 

The successful candidate will retain part-time employment reporting to the WYO Board of Directors.

The Youth Concert Orchestra is composed of up to 60 string, brass, wind, and percussion musicians in school grade 7 or higher with a minimum playing level of Grade 6 RCM. 

Required Qualifications:

• Musician, being a string player would be an asset
• Experience teaching youth both individually and in group settings
• Knowledge of selecting appropriate orchestral repertoire for diverse levels of musicians
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with youth, parents, colleagues, administrators, and board members
• Ability to use effective conflict resolution methods to facilitate positive outcomes
• Demonstrate leadership skills to organize and execute events and activities 
• Experience creating positive, respectful, and inclusive musical learning experiences that promote diversity and continuous learning
• Demonstrate organizational skills in time management, prioritization, and rehearsal planning
• Ability to self-reflect on teaching practice, and respond to change based on feedback

Beneficial Experience:

• Educator, B. Ed. degree or equivalent experience
• Experience conducting youth orchestras
• Experience leading small musical ensembles

Roles and Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct auditions focused on selecting musicians based on playing ability and potential to contribute to the ensemble. Attend auditions on May 10, 2025.
• Conduct weekly Monday evening rehearsals between September and May.
• Teach young musicians how to behave appropriately in an orchestra setting, play their instruments with discipline and respect, and contribute to a cohesive ensemble.
• Lead musicians to perform cohesively and confidently in concerts. Attend Sounds of Spring concert on May 5, 2025.
• Coordinate sectional rehearsals, ensuring each instrument group receives focused attention to improve their technique and ensemble playing.
• Arrange and facilitate masterclasses with guest artists, providing musicians with opportunities to learn from professionals.
• Plan and oversee orchestra camp, creating an intensive and fun learning experience that promotes musical growth.
• Organize and manage bus tours, coordinating and executing logistics alongside parent volunteers.
• Liaise with board members, colleagues and administrators in the organization to ensure consistent artistic vision, share best practices, and coordinate joint events and performances.
• Write monthly reports for the Board of Directors detailing the orchestra’s progress, upcoming events, financial status, and any challenges and achievements for transparent and timely communication.

Applicants should clearly detail how they meet the above criteria in the following documentation

• Cover letter
• Current CV/Resume with contact information
• 2 references of recent supervisors

The successful applicant will be required to submit to a Child Abuse Registry check

Applications due: March 25, 2025

Application packages can be emailed to:

Margaret Fjelsted, Administrator

Wyo-adm@winnipegyouthorchestras.ca