Conducting Intern Position Available

The Conducting Internship was established in September, 2000 to train conductors in the area of Jewish choral music.

The intern

  • Is engaged in a study of Jewish choral repertoire and conducting techniques with the Chorale’s Artistic Director
  • Sings as a regular member of the Chorale, attending all rehearsals and concerts
  • Attends monthly staff meetings
  • May be given opportunities to conduct the Chorale in rehearsals (both tutti and break-out rehearsals) and in concert
  • May sit in on auditions for new members

The intern may also serve as assistant conductor, vocal coach, and/or section leader. The term is generally for one season (September through June). This is an unpaid position.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • excellent musicianship skills and some experience in choral conducting
  • a pleasant voice, appropriate for choral singing
  • advanced musical literacy
  • interpersonal and leadership skills
  • an interest in Jewish choral music

Send letter of application, together with a resume, and a letter of recommendation to: 

The Conducting Internship was established in September, 2000 to train conductors in the area of Jewish choral music.

 

The intern

  • Is engaged in a study of Jewish choral repertoire and conducting techniques with the Chorale’s Artistic Director
  • Sings as a regular member of the Chorale, attending all rehearsals and concerts
  • Attends monthly staff meetings
  • May be given opportunities to conduct the Chorale in rehearsals (both tutti and break-out rehearsals) and in concert
  • May sit in on auditions for new members

The intern may also serve as assistant conductor, vocal coach, and/or section leader.

The term is generally for one season (September through June).

This is an unpaid position.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • excellent musicianship skills and some experience in choral conducting
  • a pleasant voice, appropriate for choral singing
  • advanced musical literacy
  • interpersonal and leadership skills
  • an interest in Jewish choral music

Send letter of application, together with a resume, and a letter of recommendation to conductor@zamir.org

or by mail to:

Joshua Jacobson, Artistic Director, Zamir Chorale of Boston
1320 Centre Street #301
Newton, MA 02459

If possible, the candidate should also send links to videos of conducting and singing to conductor@zamir.org

 

Location: 
Effective date: 
Friday, May 2, 2025 to Monday, September 1, 2025