John N. Schwartz Professorship in Choral Leadership

Augsburg University's Music Department is inviting applications for the John N. Schwartz Professor in Choral Leadership and Conducting. Housed in the Schwartz School of the Arts, the Music Department offers undergraduate and graduate majors and concentrations in music therapy, music education, performance, and music business.

We seek an established leader in choral music and conducting to join the faculty at the rank of Associate or Full Professor who shares the department's commitment to advancing a 21st-century choral program. The ideal candidate will forge innovation in choral music in a variety of ways, from conference performances and clinics, publications, and speaking engagements, to professional symposia and seminars at Augsburg, and guest conducting.

Responsibilities for this 10-month position include:

• Oversight of the entire choral program and choral curriculum
• Teaching load: four courses per year or equivalent administrative responsibilities as determined by the department chair
• Recruitment of choir members and music majors
• Collaboration with the Twin Cities' choral and broader music organizations
• Leadership and participation in the University's larger annual events, such as Advent Vespers and other commemorative occasions

• Terminal degree in Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Music, or Doctor of Music (DM)
• Demonstrated and recognized record of success in conducting and performance
• Successful college teaching experience
• Ability to articulate and accomplish evolving models of choral music, conducting, and instruction
• Extensive experience and leadership in program and curriculum development