Memphis Symphony Chorus Conductor
Now accepting applications for Chorus Conductor (part-time/contract) to provide artistic leadership for the Memphis Symphony Chorus, including weekly rehearsals, auditions and recruitment, and preparation for choral and choral-orchestral performances across the season. The Chorus Conductor collaborates closely with the MSO Music Director and staff to deliver high-quality performances that support the orchestra’s artistic vision.
Apply by Friday, January 30, 2026.
Apply: Send a cover letter, résumé/CV, three short conducting samples (including at least one rehearsal video), and three references to Karen Canty, Director of Artistic Operations at karen.canty@memphissymphony.org.
Job Description
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The Memphis Symphony Chorus is an integral part of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra family and a fan favorite. Since its formation in 1965, the Memphis Symphony Chorus has attracted excellent, volunteer vocalists from around the Mid-South.
About Us
The Chorus began in 1965 when Maestro Vincent De Frank needed a chorus to present the Symphony’s first Pops Concert. Today the Chorus is 120 members strong, performing under the direction of Maestro Robert Moody and Dr. Lawrence Edwards. This group celebrated its 50th anniversary during the 2015-16 season.
Concerts
In a perfect collaboration of orchestral and vocal musicians, the chorus performs major works across the entire spectrum of classical choral music, opera choruses, and concert pops repertoire. Performances are usually held at the Cannon Center in downtown Memphis, or at the Germantown Performing Arts Center.
Audition
Chorus membership grows through a twice-yearly audition process. Being a professional vocalist is not a prerequisite for acceptance; however, one must have in equal proportion vocal skill, ability to read music, a love for great choral music, as well as the time and energy to devote to a weekly rehearsal during the season.
The Memphis Symphony Chorus is an all-volunteer organization made up of individuals who love to sing. If you would like to donate to our organization, please click the link below.
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