Music Director & Conductor

The West Shore Symphony Orchestra invites applications for the position of Music Director and Conductor starting the Spring of 2027. POSITION PURPOSE: To lead the Orchestra’s artistic direction by shaping its musical vision, raising performance standards, conducting all concerts, and serving as a visible public representative of the organization • Strategic and Governance Responsibilities • Conduct all Orchestra performances during the season, to include • Three (3) Masterworks concerts • One (1) Children’s Program • One (1) Family Concert • Any additional concerts as scheduled (e.g., Summer Pops) • Develop and carry out the overall artistic direction of the Orchestra, in cooperation and coordination with the Board of Directors • Serve as a member of the Orchestra’s Board of Directors, consistent with the Orchestra’s bylaws • Work with the Board of Directors in establishing rehearsal schedules and in setting terms and conditions for all concerts • Develop and maintain a professional, moral, and dignified reputation of the Orchestra in the community and maintain position public relationships • Participate in public promotion and community visibility efforts for the Orchestra • Support fundraising and other financial development activities • Artistic Planning & Personnel Leadership • Recruit and audition new members • Identify and select guest artists • Recommend for Board approval the engagement and termination of performing members when necessary, in accordance with the terms defined by the Orchestra’s policy • Work with the Concertmaster as appropriate; if a vacancy occurs, work with the board of directors to identify and recruit a suitable replacement • Assist with the planning and implementation of the Orchestra’s educational program • Performance Preparation & Execution • Select concert repertoire • Prepare scores and rehearsal plans • Lead rehearsals • Determine seating of musicians • Secure program notes Performs other related duties as required within the scope of the position. Video recordings of rehearsals or performances may be submitted with application materials as video clips (mp4) or direct links to online content such as a YouTube Channel or personal website.