Music Director

Nashoba Valley Chorale PO Box 681 Littleton, MA 01460

Date Posted:

April 17, 2026

Region:

Central Massachusetts Category:

Other Type:

Part-Time

Music Director Description:

The Nashoba Valley Chorale, based in Boston's MetroWest area, is seeking a new Music Director/Conductor beginning Fall 2027. The Nashoba Valley Chorale was formed with a dream of a choir open to all singers and with a mission to present choral masterworks in ourmunities. And we are, 50 years later… We believe every voice matters. As a non-auditioned choir with 100+ singers, we strive to unite hearts and voices to create music that lifts spirits, sparks joy, and strengthens the bonds of ourmunity. Through a weing space and a rich variety of music, we celebrate the magic of harmony and the d human experience. Singers join us from many towns throughout the Nashoba Valley, as well as from all over the metro-west and southern New Hampshire areas. We rehearse in Acton and perform in various venues across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. The Nashoba Valley Chorale is a not-for-profit, Section 501(c)(3)anization.

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Qualifications:

MUSIC DIRECTOR/CONDUCTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide overall musical leadership along with vision and direction for NVC. Select andanize concert repertoire (various styles). Prepare and conduct weekly rehearsals, which include singers' warm-ups and rehearsal plans. Provide instruction in vocal and choral techniques to further enhance the choral sound and tone quality, and to develop the singers' musical skills. Work with the apanist and weekly plans prior to rehearsals for learning the new repertoire. Foster a positive environment and attract, inspire, and retain a diverse and balanced group of singers. Audition and select soloists for specific repertoire pieces as well as any instrumentalists that may be required (in addition to our apanist).

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Communicate regularly with the chorus and the Board regarding rehearsals and concert preparation. Attend Board meetings to vision and provide any updates or new information regarding the uing season and concerts. Collaborate with the Board Treasurer and Board to review and operate within the approved budget.

TIME COMMITMENT

Weekly 2-hour (7:30 to 9:30 PM) Monday night rehearsals from September until mid-May. Concerts and dress rehearsals as scheduled. Attend most monthly Board meetings.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Bachelor of Arts or Music degree, or advanced degree in music with an emphasis on choral conducting preferred, or the equivalent in conducting experience. A solid background in the study of voice and techniques of vocal production, breath control, ear training, musical phrasing, and diction Familiarity with a diverse range of choral music literature Have experience conducting instrumental ensembles Possess strong leadership skills along with a collaborative spirit Exhibit strongmunication skills including both written and verbal Balance a positive and supportive spirit to all members while striving for choral excellence.

COMPENSATION

Compensation is contractual and renewed annually. Salary is set by the Board,mensurate with experience and derived from and based upon the annual budgeting process.