Pit Orchestra Director
Yorkville, IL · On-site
The Pit Orchestra Director oversees all musical aspects of the Spring Musical. To ensure the production's success, the Pit Orchestra Director collaborates closely with the Musical Director. This ...
Pit Orchestra Director
Yorkville, IL · On-site
The Pit Orchestra Director oversees all musical aspects of the Spring Musical. To ensure the production's success, the Pit Orchestra Director collaborates closely with the Musical Director. This ...
Pit Orchestra Director
Minooka, IL · On-site
$18.50 - $25.50/hr
Minooka High School District 111 The Pit Orchestra Director oversees all musical aspects of the Spring Musical. To ensure the production's success, the Pit Orchestra Director collaborates closely ...
Pit Orchestra Director
Minooka, IL · On-site
$18.50 - $25.50/hr
Minooka High School District 111 The Pit Orchestra Director oversees all musical aspects of the Spring Musical. To ensure the production's success, the Pit Orchestra Director collaborates closely ...
Pit Orchestra Conductor for Theater for Young Audiences
Wilmette, IL · On-site
$1.8K/wk
Study musical score to identify potential struggles for singers and pit orchestra * Consult with the director and vocal music director regarding edits made to dance music and incidental music
Pit Orchestra Conductor for Theater for Young Audiences
Wilmette, IL · On-site
$1.8K/wk
Study musical score to identify potential struggles for singers and pit orchestra * Consult with the director and vocal music director regarding edits made to dance music and incidental music
Musicians must attend pit orchestra rehearsals and performances as scheduled. Essential Functions * Performs provided music at a professional level. * Be prepared for each rehearsal * Attend ...
Musicians must attend pit orchestra rehearsals and performances as scheduled. Essential Functions * Performs provided music at a professional level. * Be prepared for each rehearsal * Attend ...
Musicians must attend pit orchestra rehearsals and performances as scheduled. Essential Functions * Performs provided music at a professional level. * Be prepared for each rehearsal * Attend ...
Musicians must attend pit orchestra rehearsals and performances as scheduled. Essential Functions * Performs provided music at a professional level. * Be prepared for each rehearsal * Attend ...
Musicians must attend pit orchestra rehearsals and performances as scheduled. Essential Functions * Performs provided music at a professional level. * Be prepared for each rehearsal * Attend ...
Musicians must attend pit orchestra rehearsals and performances as scheduled. Essential Functions * Performs provided music at a professional level. * Be prepared for each rehearsal * Attend ...
Assigning pit orchestra parts * Working with Spring Musical Director to hire pit orchestra musicians * Applicant should demonstrate strong piano proficiency skills Qualifications: * Ability to ...
Assigning pit orchestra parts * Working with Spring Musical Director to hire pit orchestra musicians * Applicant should demonstrate strong piano proficiency skills Qualifications: * Ability to ...
This person will recruit, conduct, and lead the student pit orchestra for the Spring Musical while collaborating closely with the director, music director, and production team to prepare and perform ...
This person will recruit, conduct, and lead the student pit orchestra for the Spring Musical while collaborating closely with the director, music director, and production team to prepare and perform ...
This person will recruit, conduct, and lead the student pit orchestra for the Spring Musical while collaborating closely with the director, music director, and production team to prepare and perform ...
This person will recruit, conduct, and lead the student pit orchestra for the Spring Musical while collaborating closely with the director, music director, and production team to prepare and perform ...
Assists CCST Jr. Director with production of annual fall play and/or spring musical. ? Coordinates with Choreographer to ensure all needed cuts are communicated and disseminated to pit orchestra ...
Assists CCST Jr. Director with production of annual fall play and/or spring musical. ? Coordinates with Choreographer to ensure all needed cuts are communicated and disseminated to pit orchestra ...
Teach vocal harmonies to the cast (Choir) or direct the pit orchestra instrumentation (Orchestra). * Conduct the musicians/vocalists during rehearsals and live musical performances. * Collaborate ...
Teach vocal harmonies to the cast (Choir) or direct the pit orchestra instrumentation (Orchestra). * Conduct the musicians/vocalists during rehearsals and live musical performances. * Collaborate ...
Teach vocal harmonies to the cast (Choir) or direct the pit orchestra instrumentation (Orchestra). * Conduct the musicians/vocalists during rehearsals and live musical performances. * Collaborate ...
Teach vocal harmonies to the cast (Choir) or direct the pit orchestra instrumentation (Orchestra). * Conduct the musicians/vocalists during rehearsals and live musical performances. * Collaborate ...
Assists CCST Jr. Director with production of annual fall play and/or spring musical. ? Coordinates with Choreographer to ensure all needed cuts are communicated and disseminated to pit orchestra ...
Assists CCST Jr. Director with production of annual fall play and/or spring musical. ? Coordinates with Choreographer to ensure all needed cuts are communicated and disseminated to pit orchestra ...
Director of Instrumental Music
Orange, CA · On-site
... musical pit orchestra, marching band, winter guard, and percussion ensemble * Advanced training in teaching skills, music education administration, and leadership * Any satisfactory combination of ...
Director of Instrumental Music
Orange, CA · On-site
... musical pit orchestra, marching band, winter guard, and percussion ensemble * Advanced training in teaching skills, music education administration, and leadership * Any satisfactory combination of ...
Vocal Director for Theater for Young Audiences
Wilmette, IL · On-site
$1.8K/wk
Coordinate responsibilities of the music staff, including pit orchestra conductor and pianist * In conjunction with the director, create the rehearsal schedule including all musical numbers * Study ...
Vocal Director for Theater for Young Audiences
Wilmette, IL · On-site
$1.8K/wk
Coordinate responsibilities of the music staff, including pit orchestra conductor and pianist * In conjunction with the director, create the rehearsal schedule including all musical numbers * Study ...
High School Musical Director Location: Cooperstown High School Reports To: Director of Physical ... Collaborate with pit orchestra, including local professionals and students. * Organize and direct ...
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High School Musical Director Location: Cooperstown High School Reports To: Director of Physical ... Collaborate with pit orchestra, including local professionals and students. * Organize and direct ...
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High School Musical Director Location: Cooperstown High School Reports To: Director of Physical ... Collaborate with pit orchestra, including local professionals and students. * Organize and direct ...
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High School Musical Director Location: Cooperstown High School Reports To: Director of Physical ... Collaborate with pit orchestra, including local professionals and students. * Organize and direct ...
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Extra curricular music opportunities: * Marching Band Head Director * currently competing in ISSMA Scholastic A class * Pep Band * Pit Orchestra Salary: * Base Pay: $47,500 * Additional years of ...
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Extra curricular music opportunities: * Marching Band Head Director * currently competing in ISSMA Scholastic A class * Pep Band * Pit Orchestra Salary: * Base Pay: $47,500 * Additional years of ...
Musical production support includes support for musical productions (i.e., set design, costuming, hair and makeup design, props coordination, sound and lighting, accompanist, pit orchestra and ...
Musical production support includes support for musical productions (i.e., set design, costuming, hair and makeup design, props coordination, sound and lighting, accompanist, pit orchestra and ...
Musical production support includes support for musical productions (i.e., set design, costuming, hair and makeup design, props coordination, sound and lighting, accompanist, pit orchestra and ...
Musical production support includes support for musical productions (i.e., set design, costuming, hair and makeup design, props coordination, sound and lighting, accompanist, pit orchestra and ...
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Job description
The Pit Orchestra Director oversees all musical aspects of the Spring Musical.
To ensure the production's success, the Pit Orchestra Director collaborates closely with the Musical Director. This partnership is essential for integrating the instrumental and vocal components of the performance into a cohesive and high-quality production.
For specific questions regarding this position, please contact Mrs. Hillary Holden, hholden@mchs.net, Activities Director.
This is a Group F Activity
The starting pay for this position for the 2026-2027 school year is: $2,554