Virginia Glee Club Conductor Job Description
About the Virginia Glee Club
The Virginia Glee Club is the oldest musical organization at the University of Virginia (located in
Charlottesville, Virginia). Founded in 1871, the Glee Club is a tenor-bass choir that seeks to
perform and further the repertoire for tenor and bass voices, both at home and through regular
domestic and international tours. Like all student organizations at the University of Virginia, the
Glee Club operates under the principles of student self-governance. The Glee Club has an active
board of alumni and friends which supports its mission through fundraising, advice, and
organizational continuity.
Job Description
The Conductor provides the artistic vision, vocal pedagogy, and educational mentorship of the
Virginia Glee Club and is responsible for the leadership and musical direction of every aspect of
their performances. The Conductor reports to the executive committee of the Virginia Glee
Club, and works in conjunction and consultation with the Virginia Glee Club Alumni and Friends
Association and the Virginia Glee Club Manager to ensure the long-term success and growth of
the organization. The Glee Club rehearses Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
at UVa.
Candidate Qualifications
Education: Master of Music in Choral Conducting preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 3 - 5 years of choral conducting and teaching experience,
preferably at the collegiate level or with advanced adult ensembles.
Specialization: Experience with tenor-bass repertoire is highly desirable.
Skills: Strong interpersonal, organizational, and donor-relations skills. Proficiency as a
keyboard accompanist is highly beneficial, though the Glee Club does hire a professional
accompanist.
Artistic Management
●Provides overall artistic leadership, direction and vocal training to the chorus
●Selects and evaluates new chorus members
●Supervises all artistic aspects in the choice of repertoire and selection of venues
●Selects all artistic personnel, including soloists and guest musicians
●Supervises all rehearsals and concerts, both self-produced and run-outs
●Supervises all recording activities
●Writes program notes for each concert (if needed) and produces concert programs in
collaboration with the General Manager.
●Prepares scores for chorus, orchestra, and soloists
●Participates with the Glee Club Executive Committee as needed in fee negotiation for
artists and other personnel
●Solicits run-out concerts from presenters
●Actively mentors student members, fostering both their musical development and
leadership capabilities within a student-run framework
Board Relations
●Presents reports to the executive committee of the Glee Club at its weekly meetings and
all meetings of the full Virginia Glee Club Alumni and Friends board regarding the status
of the artistic programs and projects
●Assists the Alumni and Friends Association in cultivating major donors and supporting
long-term capital campaigns
Public Relations
●Serves as the official spokesperson for the organization
●Participates in community activities that further the name recognition of the Glee Club
●Represents the Glee Club in all media appearances
●Participates in musical and professional organizations to elevate the Glee Club’s profile
●Collaborates with Glee Club officers and the General Manager in developing marketing
campaigns, audience development strategies, and publicity for the Glee Club
Financial Management
●Develops annually a comprehensive artistic plan that, in collaboration with the General
Manager, provides the basis for the annual budget
●Follows the approved annual budget for the programs
●Collaborates in the identification and preparation of grant applications
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials as a single PDF document to
conductorsearch@virginiagleeclub.org :
1. Cover Letter: Outlining your artistic vision for a collegiate tenor-bass ensemble and your
approach to student mentorship.
2. Curriculum Vitae.
3. Professional References: Contact information for three references.
4. Conducting Portfolio: Links to 2 - 3 recent videos demonstrating both rehearsal
technique and performance conducting.
Application Deadline: December 1, 2026
Expected Start Date: July 1, 2027
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