Wind Ensemble Conductor

Description

& Qualifications Lawrence University of Wisconsin, an undergraduate liberal arts college and conservatory of music located in Appleton, Wisconsin, invites applications for a full-time, one-year position to conduct the wind ensemble and teach other courses to begin September 1, 2024.

RESPONSIBILITIES: We are seeking a creative, collaborative colleague to join our forward-looking community as a wind ensemble conductor. Candidates will teach a section of Conducting Principles (the required class for most BMus majors) and will be expected to teach at least one other course in music education or another area which may include, but are not limited to: music theory, community collaboration coordinator, chamber music coordinator, music production, entrepreneurship, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated excellence in conducting and knowledge of repertoire from a wide range of styles. Must be able to bring our students to the highest levels of artistic and musical mastery in a nurturing, student-centered environment. Appropriate terminal degree or equivalent experience. A record of successful collegiate teaching and recruiting is desirable. Although this is a Conservatory position, strong support of the ideals and goals of a broad liberal arts education is a must.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY :Lawrence University is committed to providing equal access and opportunity to qualified individuals of all backgrounds and to diversifying its faculty and staff. We welcome applications from individuals who will help us create a more inclusive Lawrence by: (1) further diversifying the faculty; and/or (2) demonstrating experience with successful diversity-related initiatives, creative activity or research; and (3) demonstrating interest in developing inclusive pedagogy to address the needs of a diverse student body, particularly as these pedagogies relate to antiracism and decolonizing the curriculum. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

RANK AND SALARY :Full-time non-tenure line one-year position with a possibility of renewal. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

APPLICATIONS :Should include cover letter, curriculum vitae, links to videos of recent live performances and rehearsals, and academic transcripts. Additionally, provide contact information for two references who may be contacted directly by Lawrence University, and provide any additional material that demonstrates your qualifications for the position. We would like all documents submitted digitally as either Word documents or PDF files, and all video and audio files submitted as links to external sites.

CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC :Serving approximately 350 music majors, the Lawrence University Conservatory of Music, founded in 1874, is a distinguished undergraduate program offering preparation for professional careers in music within the intellectual environment of a liberal arts college. The Conservatory has an enviable reputation for producing outstanding musician/scholars, and our robust double degree program attracts fine musicians who have strong interests in a multitude of academic areas. Lawrence is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and the diversity of viewpoints and approaches that the faculty represents. We are seeking applicants who will thrive in this stimulating musical and academic environment. Consideration of candidates will begin May 6, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted though Lawrence’s online application system.

Candidates are encouraged to read more about Lawrence at as well as and . Any additional questions can be directed to: Andy Mast, Search Chair, andrew.mast@lawrence.edu. Posting Detail Information Posting Number S463P Number of Vacancies 1 Posting Date Best Consideration Date Close Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions Summary Anticipated Number of Hours per Week 40

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