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Job Title: Chorus Manager, Young Singers of Charlotte (Part-Time)
Location: Charlotte, NC
Organization: Charlotte Master Chorale
Position Overview
The Charlotte Master Chorale seeks a compassionate, organized, and enthusiastic Youth Chorus Manager to support the Young Singers of Charlotte, the organization’s new youth choir for singers in grades 9–12.
Reporting to the Managing Director, this part-time position supports the administrative, logistical, and communication needs of the ensemble while helping foster a positive, inclusive, and student-centered musical environment. The Youth Chorus Manager serves as a key liaison among students, families, volunteers, and artistic leadership, helping create a joyful and enriching experience for young singers in the Charlotte community.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and supervise weekly rehearsals, performances, and youth chorus events;
- Manage ensemble logistics, attendance, music distribution, and student records;
- Coordinate auditions, onboarding materials, and family communications;
- Serve as the primary liaison between students, families, volunteers, and program leadership;
- Collaborate with staff, accompanists, and volunteers to support ensemble operations;
- Assist with recruitment and retention efforts;
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment for all singers; and
- Encourage the growth of students not only as musicians, but as confident and compassionate young people.
Qualifications
- Experience working with high school-aged youth in a choral, educational, or youth programming setting required;
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;
- Ability to supervise, engage, and support young singers in a positive and inclusive environment;
- Excellent administrative and time management skills;
- Experience with Google Workspace and related communication tools preferred;
- Evening and occasional weekend availability required;
- Successful completion of a background check required; and
- Undergraduate degree preferred.
Schedule & Compensation
- Part-time position averaging approximately 5 hours per week during the school year;
- Weekly rehearsals on Tuesday evenings from 6:30–8:30 PM;
- Attendance required at all rehearsals, performances, auditions, and ensemble events;
- Approximately 24 weeks of regular activity during the academic year, with occasional summer responsibilities;
- Compensation: $20/hour.
Location
Rehearsals are held at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, NC.
How to Apply
Please submit the following:
- Résumé
- Brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest
Application Deadline: All applications received by June 5th will receive full consideration.
Send applications to:
Philip Biedenbender, Managing Director, Operations and Development
[email protected]
About the Charlotte Master Chorale
The Charlotte Master Chorale is an auditioned chorus that performs an annual season of masterworks and contemporary works primarily in the Charlotte region. The Chorale is the resident chorus of the Charlotte Symphony and operates as an independent nonprofit performing arts organization.
Join us in helping build a joyful and enriching musical experience for high school students in the Charlotte community!
Job Title: Ensemble Pianist, Young Singers of Charlotte (Part-Time)
Location: Charlotte, NC
Organization: Charlotte Master Chorale
Position Overview
The Charlotte Master Chorale seeks a skilled and collaborative Ensemble Pianist for the Young Singers of Charlotte, the organization’s youth choir for singers in grades 9–12.
Reporting to the Youth Chorus Director, this part-time position will provide piano accompaniment for rehearsals, performances, auditions, and sectional rehearsals while helping foster a positive, engaging, and student-centered musical environment. The ideal candidate is a versatile pianist with strong sight-reading skills, experience accompanying choral ensembles, and the ability to perform confidently in a variety of musical styles.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide piano accompaniment for weekly rehearsals, performances, auditions, and ensemble events;
- Collaborate closely with the Youth Chorus Director to support rehearsals and musical preparation;
- Assist with sectional rehearsals as needed;
- Accompany a diverse range of repertoire and musical styles;
- Demonstrate strong sight-reading and open score-reading abilities;
- Help foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment for young singers; and
- Attend all scheduled rehearsals, dress rehearsals, performances, and related ensemble activities.
Qualifications
- Strong piano performance and collaborative accompanying skills required;
- Excellent sight-reading and ability to read open choral scores required;
- Ability to perform confidently in a variety of musical styles, including Gospel music;
- Experience accompanying choirs or youth ensembles preferred;
- Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills;
Passion for working with and encouraging young musicians; - Evening and occasional weekend availability required;
- Successful completion of a background check required; and
- Undergraduate degree preferred.
Schedule & Compensation
- Part-time position during the academic year;
- Weekly rehearsals on Tuesday evenings from 6:30–8:30 PM;
- Additional rehearsals, auditions, sectionals, and performances as scheduled;
- Approximately 2 hours per week on average, plus performances and special events;
- Compensation: hourly rate commensurate with experience
Location
Rehearsals are held at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Charlotte, NC.
How to Apply
Please submit the following:
- Résumé or CV
- Brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest
- Links to recordings demonstrating performance in a variety of musical styles, including Gospel music
Selected candidates may be asked to participate in a live audition and sight-reading assessment.
Application Deadline: All applications received by June 5th will receive full consideration.
Send applications to:
Philip Biedenbender, Managing Director, Operations and Development
[email protected]
About the Charlotte Master Chorale
The Charlotte Master Chorale is an auditioned chorus that performs an annual season of masterworks and contemporary works primarily in the Charlotte region. The Chorale is the resident chorus of the Charlotte Symphony and operates as an independent nonprofit performing arts organization.
Join us in helping build a joyful and enriching musical experience for high school students in the Charlotte community!
