Upper School Musical Director
Upper School Musical Director
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Job Description
CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
POSITION TITLE: Musical Director Upper School Musical
Department: Upper School
REPORTS TO: Director of the Musical / Performing Arts Department Chair
Position Type: Stipend $3000
Mission Statement
Through excellence in education Charlotte Country Day School develops the potential of each student by fostering intellectual curiosity principled character ethical leadership and a responsibility to serve.
Overview
Charlotte Country Day School (Country Day) is one of the largest independent co-educational schools in the Charlotte area and one of the 15 largest in the continental United States. Enrollment is very strong and the school is thriving. Highly regarded for the rigor of its academic program and the breadth of its offerings in the arts athletics community service and leadership Country Day is noteworthy for a long tradition of positioning itself at the forefront of curricular innovation.
A strong forward-thinking institution Country Day offers every child a chance to shine. The school is a diverse inclusive community with strong academic and co-curricular programs designed for students to learn to think critically act respectfully and show sensitivity to the feelings and needs of others. The unique curriculum offered by Country Day prepares and strengthens students for participation in their local and global communities. With its focus on diversity service global study and technology Country Day positions students for future success in an ever-changing world. Country Day is committed to living as an authentic inclusive community. Our pursuit of this commitment to community recognizes and affirms the richness brought by difference and discovered through commonality.
Position Details
The Musical Director is responsible for teaching coaching and leading all musical elements of the Upper School musical production. This includes working closely with the Director Choreographer and other members of the creative team to ensure student performers are prepared for a high-caliber professional-level performance. The Musical Director fosters a positive inclusive and educational environment for student growth in musical theatre.
Essential Responsibilities
Pre-Production Planning
- Read the full score and libretto; listen to cast recordings rehearsal tracks and reference materials
- Research vocal style range and technical needs of the score
- Collaborate with the Director and Choreographer to understand and align with the overall artistic vision
- Help select and prepare appropriate vocal selections for auditions and callbacks
- Edit/cut audition selections and provide recorded versions to share with auditioning students
Auditions and Casting Support
- Attend all auditions and callbacks to evaluate vocal ability musicianship and character suitability
- Lead vocal warm-ups before vocal auditions and callbacks
- Teach and direct vocal excerpts during callbacks and assist in running vocal callback
- Provide vocal and musical input to support final casting decisions in collaboration with the Director and Choreographer
Rehearsals and Musical Preparation
- Attend all scheduled music rehearsals (using piano keyboard or backing tracks as appropriate)
- Collaborate with the Director and Choreographer to create a music rehearsal calendar identifying which students are called for each number
- Lead sectional and full ensemble rehearsals including soloist and duet coaching
- Create and share additional rehearsal materials (e.g. part tracks recordings sheet music) in a shared drive; communicate updates through the Stage Manager
- Assist in making musical cuts and transitions as needed to fit production requirements
- Create rehearsals tracks for individual vocal parts and work with students to improve technique diction harmonies and expression
- Assign microphones and create a detailed microphone tracking chart by scene and character
Technical Rehearsals and Performances
- Collaborate with the sound engineer to set mic levels and troubleshoot sound issues
- Attend all tech rehearsals to run vocal warm-ups supervise musical execution and offer feedback
- Oversee or assist with the recording of sweetener tracks as needed
- Attend all performances and lead vocal warm-ups prior to curtain
- Participate in production-related events such as the rehearsal retreat weekend and cast party
- Assist with load-out of musical/sound equipment after the final performance
Student Experience and Professionalism
- Foster a supportive educational and professional rehearsal environment
- Encourage vocal health discipline and collaboration among student performers
- Communicate effectively and respectfully with students faculty and families
- Address student concerns or conflicts related to music in coordination with the Director
Production Goals
- Support a high-quality musical production with well-prepared vocal performances
- Provide a meaningful and enjoyable artistic experience for students
- Collaborate with the creative team to uphold the schools standards of excellence in the performing arts
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelors degree or post-graduate work in Education or a related subject area.
Teaching Experience
- Proven experience in music direction preferably in educational or youth theatre settings
- Strong sight-reading conducting and piano accompanying skills (minimum intermediate proficiency)
- Deep understanding of vocal pedagogy and musical theatre vocal styles
- Ability to coach both solo and ensemble vocalists across a range of skill levels
- Experience teaching children.
Communication Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Collaborative organized and proactive communicator
- Commitment to student learning inclusion and artistic integrity
- Experience working with children in a school setting.
Work Expectations
- Reliable attendance and punctuality at all scheduled rehearsals and performances
- Timely communication of conflicts and availability prior to scheduling
- Willingness to be flexible and responsive to the evolving needs of the production
Dates
- Auditions: October 10th 1pm-3:30pm
- Rehearsals
- 3:30-6:00pm: November; December 2 5 8 9 10 Jan-23
- 10am-1pm December 6th
- 3:30-6:30pm: Jan. 26-30
- 9am-6pm: January 31
- 3:30pm-7pm: Feb. 2-4th
- Performances: Feb. 5 6 7
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter current resume and list of references with telephone numbers via the Employment Portal at Review of materials and initial interviews will begin as applications are received. References will only be contacted for applicants who advance in the process.
This position will be open until it is filled.
To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals employment decisions at CCDS will be based on merit qualifications and abilities. CCDS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
