CANADIAN BAND ASSOCIATION ONTARIO CHAPTER We have been in existence since 1902 and we have evolved over the years to become a Community Concert Band with a membership of 40+ members. We no longer march, or wear kilts, and we perform public and private concerts throughout the calendar year. We are mostly funded by the Cambridge Charitable Bingo Center and the Music Directorship is a paid position. A successful candidate for Director would have experience with regards to: Conducting a group of musicians Music repertoire selection to match skill level of a group Development of rehearsal strategies Membership encouragement and growth Public performance concert planning Due to Covid 19 restrictions The Board of Directors will be accepting resumes and conducting interviews via Zoom, and once the Ontario restrictions are lifted, will be able to audition candidates We are the provincial chapter of the Canadian Band Association dedicated to providing amateur or professional instrumental ensembles, musicians, conductors, and composers with lifelong learning opportunities, workshops, and clinics Become a member Join with other advocates who share similar passions in wind band music, and instrumental music making. #J-18808-Ljbffr
CANADIAN BAND ASSOCIATION
ONTARIO CHAPTER Conductor / Artistic Director Position - Guelph Concert Band The Guelph Concert Band (GCB) is seeking the services of a conductor for duties commencing in the season. The Guelph Concert Band began in 1878 and has a rich history in the City of Guelph. It draws players of all ages and from different backgrounds. As a non-auditioned band, the range of abilities among players varies. What unifies members is their love of music, and their desire to learn, grow and work together. The successful candidate will: demonstrate a strong ability to motivate, inspire and instruct possess an excellent knowledge of concert band music and an understanding of the operation and capabilities of band instruments the desire and capacity to work collegially with the board and its committees in concert planning and in the ongoing objective of advancing the calibre of the band be well organized, punctual, and efficient in the management of rehearsal time have experience working with musicians of various ages and abilities be willing to accept feedback and work with band members to foster a harmonious relationship Rehearsals take place Sunday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Guelph Youth Music Centre (75 Cardigan St., Guelph, ON, N1H 3Z7). We are the provincial chapter of the Canadian Band Association dedicated to providing amateur or professional instrumental ensembles, musicians, conductors, and composers with lifelong learning opportunities, workshops, and clinics Become a member Join with other advocates who share similar passions in wind band music, and instrumental music making. #J-18808-Ljbffr
CANADIAN BAND ASSOCIATION
ONTARIO CHAPTER Conductor Job Opportunity - King Street Brass Due to the retirement of our current Music Director, KING STREET BRASS, an English format brass band of 30+ members based in Breslau, Kitchener are wishing to appoint a new Music Director from September 2024. Rehearsals are held Thursday 7.30pm – 9.15pm with a reasonable number of performances throughout the year including participation in Kiwanis Festivals. The Music Director will be responsible for conducting the band at weekly rehearsals, concerts and performances, music selection and assisting the board in the management of the group. Experience of conducting and playing in a brass band are essential in addition to the selection of appropriate music, good interpersonal skills, and working with a board of band members to develop the bands abilities and reputation. Expressions of interest with supporting information to be submitted in confidence to Jim Barby (Band President) no later than 30 th June 2024. About us We are the provincial chapter of the Canadian Band Association dedicated to providing amateur or professional instrumental ensembles, musicians, conductors, and composers with lifelong learning opportunities, workshops, and clinics Become a member Join with other advocates who share similar passions in wind band music, and instrumental music making. #J-18808-Ljbffr
