Shattuck-St. Mary's School - Guest Music Director/Rehearsal Accompanist: Spring 2027

Music Composer is needed in Faribault, United States.

Client: Shattuck-St. Mary’s School

Location: Faribault, MN

Contract: undefined

JOB DESCRIPTION

Shattuck St. Mary’s (SSM), an independent college preparatory boarding/day school (grades 6-12) in Faribault, Minnesota, is seeking a Guest Music Director for the Spring Musical. This is a part-time, short-term position for March and April 2027, with the premiere scheduled for April 22, 2027, and additional shows on April 23 and 24. The Guest Music Director will collaborate with a team, including the Theater Director, and will report to and work closely with the Department Chair for the Performing and Visual Arts (PAVA). Compensation for the role is $2,500.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the Musical team, including the Director of Theater, Pit Orchestra Director, and PAVA Coordinator throughout the production process.
• Participate in three days of student cast auditions on January 18, 19, and 20.
• Hold rehearsals beginning at least 5 weeks before the premiere, with the last week being Tech Week.
• Attend rehearsals at varying intervals:
• First three weeks in vocal intensive rehearsals (2-3 hrs/day, 5 days a week).
• Attend most rehearsals for two-three weeks observing and providing notes/direct instruction (2 hrs/day, 5 days a week).
• Attend all rehearsals during Tech Week (2-3 hrs/day, 6 days a week).
• Coach voice for students at all rehearsals and performances.
• Premiere the production on April 22 with additional shows on April 23 and a matinee on the 24th.
• Help with strike so Newhall Theater is left in its pre-play condition.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience directing musicals and working with students in grades 6 – 12.
• Experience delivering voice lessons.
• Strong keyboard skills and ability to play keyboard parts for performances and rehearsals are preferred.
• Experience as an accompanist.
• Bachelor’s degree in vocal music or vocal music education preferred.
• Experience with three or more musical productions is strongly preferred.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Shattuck St. Mary’s School is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff dedicated to equal opportunity treatment in education and employment, regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The school encourages applications from individuals whose differing backgrounds, beliefs, ideas, and life experiences will further enrich the diversity of its educational community.