The Singers’ Club of Cleveland, a men’s chorus and 501(c)3 non-profit organization, seeks an Artistic Director. Established in 1891, The Singers’ Club has a long and rich history of presenting music for men’s voices.

Time Commitment

The part-time position involves Tuesday evening rehearsals, preparation of a three-concert season, and time for planning future performances. Expected weekly commitment is 8-10 hours. Artistic Director pay range: $15,000-18,000 annually.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Artistic Director will lead the Club’s rehearsals and choral performances. The Artistic Director will bring positive energy that will help the Club grow the chorus and expand its audience. The Artistic Director will report to the Club’s board of directors and collaborate with its Executive Director and working committees. The Club will provide an assistant to support the Artistic Director and an accompanist at rehearsals and performances.

Artistic Expectations

Artistic expectations of the Director include preparing the chorus for its performances and directing those performances; designing concert themes and choosing repertoire; holding auditions for potential new members; writing notes for concert programs; utilizing the Club’s extensive library of men’s choral music; evaluating performance venues.

Communications

Artistic Director will be invited to attend Board meetings from time to time and will have regular contact with Executive Director and finance, concert, membership and publicity committees.

Public Relations

The Artistic director may be asked to represent the organization with media sources and assist with marketing efforts that advance the brand of the Singers’ Club.

Financial Expectations

The Artistic Director will be expected to work with the board of directors to create budgets for performances, and follow spending guidelines outlined in those budgets. Artistic director may be asked to support grant writing efforts by providing information needed in applications.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in music is required, and higher degree is preferred.  Candidates should be able to demonstrate competency with directing a TTBB chorus.  We’d prefer a minimum of three years of experience in choral and instrumental conducting.  We’ll look for strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to meet schedules, timelines and budgets.

Typical Schedule

Weekly 2-hour chorus rehearsals extend from September through May. A typical season will have a holiday, late winter and spring program. Second performances in different geographic areas are likely as an audience development effort.

Application Process 

The Deadline to apply is June 1, 2025.  Please submit application materials by June 1, 2025. Applications will be screened, and interviews scheduled. Finalists chosen will be invited to conduct a rehearsal. A complete application will include: a resume and cover letter outlining candidate’s qualifications, experience, and passion for this role; rehearsal and concert videos, including one piece or movement from a rehearsal and one piece or movement from a concert (YouTube, Dropbox, Google Drive); three professional references. Materials should be sent to info@singersclub.org.