Yee earned an unprecedented distinction from his alma mater, Memorial University of Newfoundland: he was presented with the Horizon Award for Lifetime Achievement under the age of 35 for extraordinary professional, volunteer, and academic achievement. Applicants can expect to be called for interview at short notice.Thomas Yee from Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, has won First Prizes in over 20 national and international competitions. The Closing Date for the submission of applications is Fri 12th Aug 2022. In addition, applicants should outline their development priorities for the first year. It is envisaged that interviews will take place in Mid-August.Īpplicants should submit a Resumé / Curriculum Vitae with two references, setting out the relevant experience related to the Jobĭescription above which makes them the suitable candidate for appointment to this position. The Board will agree a competitive salary package with the successful candidate which reflects the seniority of the position and the range of responsibilities carried within it.Īccommodation is not provided with this post however accommodation may be possible with additional boarding duties.Ĭonfirmation of any position at Kilkenny College is subject to Garda Vetting clearance and verbal and written confirmation of references provided. The position commences on an initial Fixed-Term Contract, with a six-month probation, commencing on the 24th August 2022.įollowing the completion of the probationary period, a formal review will occur following which the Board will terminate the position, extend the probationary period or confirm the position on a permanent basis. A 15 minute ‘performance coaching’ session.A twenty-minute choir rehearsal on a set piece of music.Overseeing rehearsal schedules and ensuring rehearsals occur on a scheduled basis for the Junior, Senior and Chamber Choirs.Ensuring safe keeping of musical equipment owned by Kilkenny College.Ordering music and relevant music equipment.Planning and preparing programmes for concerts / performances outside the College (including, for example, the Kilkenny Music Festival, the Wesley Music Festival), and to lead outreach and community activities.
Plan and lead musical events at the school in conjunction with the Music Dept Co-Ordinator.Organ playing while not necessary for the role would be an advantage.The applicant will be open to a variety of musical genres and be sympathetic to the Anglican choral tradition. The applicant must possess a strong choral background and experience in conducting choirs with young people.Strong sight-reading skills are essential. The applicant needs to be an experienced accompanist with ability to work and coach students of varying ability and in various styles.The successful candidate must hold a minimum qualification of a Degree in Music and will possess demonstrable relevant experience in leading choral and orchestral performance.
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