Music Director​/Conductor: Nashoba Valley Chorale

Music Director/Conductor:
Nashoba Valley Chorale

MUSIC DIRECTOR/CONDUCTOR JOB DESCRIPTION. The Nashoba Valley Chorale, based in Boston’s Metro West area, is seeking a new Music Director/Conductor beginning Fall 2027.

The Nashoba Valley Chorale (“The Chorale”) was formed with a dream of a choir open to all singers and with a mission to present choral masterworks in our communities. We believe every voice matters. As a non‑auditioned choir with 100+ singers, we strive to unite hearts and voices to create music that lifts spirits, sparks joy, and strengthens the bonds of our community.

Through a welcoming space and a rich variety of music, we celebrate the magic of harmony and the shared human experience.

Singers join us from many towns throughout the Nashoba Valley, as well as from all over the metro‑west and southern New Hampshire areas. We rehearse in Acton and perform in various venues across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. The Nashoba Valley Chorale is a not‑for‑profit, Section 501(c)(3) organization.

• Provide overall musical leadership and vision for NVC.
• Select and organize concert repertoire (various styles).
• Prepare and conduct weekly rehearsals, including singers’ warm‑ups and rehearsal plans.
• Provide instruction in vocal and choral techniques to enhance the choral sound and tone quality, and to develop the singers’ musical skills.
• Work with the accompanist and share weekly plans prior to rehearsals.
• Foster a positive environment and attract, inspire, and retain a diverse and balanced group of singers.
• Audition and select soloists and instrumentalists as required.

• Communicate regularly with the chorus and the Board regarding rehearsals and concert preparation.
• Attend Board meetings to share vision and provide updates on the upcoming season and concerts.
• Collaborate with the Board Treasurer to review and operate within the approved budget.

Weekly 2‑hour Monday night rehearsals (7:30–9:30 PM) from September until mid‑May. Concerts and dress rehearsals as scheduled. Attend most monthly Board meetings.

• Bachelor of Arts or Music degree, or advanced degree in music with an emphasis on choral conducting, or equivalent conducting experience.
• Solid background in voice study and vocal production techniques, breath control, ear training, musical phrasing, and diction.
• Familiarity with a diverse range of choral music literature.
• Experience conducting instrumental ensembles.
• Strong leadership skills and collaborative spirit.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive and supportive attitude toward all members while striving for choral excellence.

Contractual compensation renewed annually. Salary set by the Board, commensurate with experience and based on the annual budgeting process.

Monday night rehearsals take place at Acton Congregational Church, 12 Concord Road, Acton, MA 01720. Concerts are performed in various venues.