Part-time Musical Director

The Musical Director is responsible for the following:

•Writing six original songs; four of which have lyrics created by the students

•Arranging music for the production (piano or guitar) and the cast

•Accompanying the production either on piano or guitar

•Making changes to the score when necessary

•Attending all rehearsals and rehearsing all 6 songs with the cast, as well as teaching proper vocal technique.

Position is open for Tuckahoe Elementary in Arlington, VA.

Rehearsals begin mid-January with performances in early April. Each rehearsal process lasts about 10 weeks, with rehearsals after school on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 – 7:30pm.

Additional rehearsals will be held on two Saturdays in March from 9:30am – 12:00pm.

Tech Week will have rehearsals Monday – Wednesday with the performances during the day and evening on Thursday and Friday, April 4th and 5th.  More information about specific dates can be given to interested parties.

Previous experience with musical directing and kids is ideal.  Pay commensurate with experience.

To apply, please email Ashley Hammond, Managing Director, at [email protected]educationaltheatrecompany.org with your resume and availability.  Or if you would like to hear about other opportunities in the summer or fall of 2019, please reach out as well.