In collaboration with Rabbi David Wirtschafter; our adult choir, Shir Adat; and TAI’s Music and Worship Committee, the successful candidate will have the following responsibilities: • Perform cantorial solos • Coordinate all music including instrumentation, solo vocalists, and choir for the following services: – S’lichot (possibly) – Rosh Hashana evening and Day 1 – Kol Nidrei – Yom Kippur morning, afternoon, Yizkor, and Ne’ilah • Coordinate rehearsals for these services The following skills and background are needed for this position: • Vocal and musical excellence, religious knowledge. • Experience working with choirs • Organizational and management competence, interpersonal communication, willingness to take advice and be flexible regarding musical variety and the decision-making process • Compatibility and ability to collaborate with key leadership of the congregation, most especially the Rabbi, the Shir Adat Liaison, and the Music and Worship Committee membership Compensation, expectations, and benefits: Upon Board of Trustees approval, we anticipate that the High Holy Days musical director will receive $5,000 – $8,000 plus travel and associated expenses. The term of employment will be for the High Holy Day Season 2024. To apply, please submit the following materials: – A cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that highlights o your motivation for applying for the position, your musical style, and your spiritual and religious background o your broad vision for the musical program for these services o a draft timeline for starting the position and any extenuating circumstances that might complicate these plans – An updated resume that highlights your experiences with provision of leadership for musical programs for High Holy Day and other services. If possible, one should be a solo piece and the other a piece sung with a choir.
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