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West Seattle Community Orchestras (WSCO) is now accepting applications for the position of Concert Orchestra Conductor.

WSCO is a thriving and growing community arts non-profit organization, having recently celebrated it’s 20 year anniversary. We have three Orchestral performing groups of varying levels of ability, plus a Wind Symphony. We are somewhat unique in that we include both adults and students in our ensembles, according to ability. The ideal candidate for this part-time position would be able to assume the responsibility for the operation of our mid-level ensemble, the Concert Orchestra (approximately 60 members).

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Selection of music to be performed for each concert in a timely fashion that allows the WSCO music librarian time to obtain the score/parts, and a review committee to approve said programs.
Run rehearsals on Tuesday Nights from 5:30pm-6:45pm at Chief Sealth International High School in West Seattle, commencing in early October.
Conduct three performances per season, generally in early December, March, and May.
Participate in placement auditions for musicians who are either new to WSCO, or are wishing to advance from another ensemble.
Work closely and communicate with our Executive Director, including quarterly check-in meetings.
Ultimate accountability is to the WSCO Board of Directors
Possible collaboration with outside groups and/or soloists.

The ideal candidate will possess:

Demonstrable experience leading a full orchestra in an appropriate concert program.
Familiarity in the demands and capabilities of a number of musical instrument families, including bowing issues with the strings.
Familiarity with the standard orchestral repertoire, with a wide variety of styles and eras.
An ability to build and maintain good rapport with students and adults.
An ability to communicate and work with the WSCO Board of Directors and Orchestra Manager.
Minimum Bachelor’s degree or higher in Music.

Pay:

Currently, pay is $150 per 1.25 hour rehearsal and concert.
Any additional duties will be compensated at a similar rate.

Application process:

Send resume/CV to hiring@wscorchestras.org by 11:59pm July 3, 2025.
Provide links to videos of conducting and rehearsing an ensemble.
Online interview will be required for each final candidate.
References will be required for each final candidate.
Visit our website www.wscorchestras.org for more information about our organization.
Direct any inquiries to the above email.