Director Search

Join Harbor Sounds as our Director!

Harbor Sounds, a thriving and dynamic barbershop chorus in the Tri-City area, is seeking a Muscial Director to join our leadership team. This position represents a unique opportunity to contribute to the artistic and organizational growth of our chorus.

Position Overview

Harbor Sounds is an award-winning all-voice (male and female) chorus that rehearses year-round on Wednesday evenings from 7-9 pm at Bay City Western High School in Auburn, MI. The yearly calendar is based around a spring show, a regional convention in late October, and a holiday concert.

To ensure the long-term stability and continued artistic success of Harbor Sounds, we are seeking a Director who will share musical leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead weekly rehearsals

• Provide vocal coaching and real-time feedback to improve individual and ensemble performance

• Offer creative input and new perspectives to enhance the rehearsal process and overall performance quality

• Support individual singer development and foster a cohesive ensemble sound

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience directing or coaching vocal ensembles (barbershop experience preferred but not required)

• Strong musicianship and leadership skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

• Passion for a cappella music and commitment to artistic excellence

Compensation

• $40 per two-hour rehearsal 

• $30 per performance

• Annual BHS membership and registration for the Pioneer fall convention

• Scholarships of $1000/semester for collegiate student

Application Process

If you are interested in applying for the Director position, please fill out the form below to submit your application or contact us directly at Director@HarborSounds.org with any questions. We look forward to hearing from you and exploring the possibility of welcoming you to the Harbor Sounds leadership team!