The Silvertones Senior Choir of Fort Collins, Colo., is a vocal ensemble for active and independent seniors, 55 and older. The Silvertones are part of the Larimer Choral Society that consists of the Larimer Chorale (120 auditioned voices), the Silvertones (130 non-auditioned voices) and the Choice City Singers (vocal jazz). In 2013, the Silvertones received the Chorus America award for Outstanding Educational Outreach Program in the nation. Following the retirement of the current director, Marvin Crawford, the Larimer Choral Society and Silvertones are now in an active search for the position of Director.
The Silvertones present two concerts per year (early December and late Spring), as well as other less formal engagements as approved by the Leadership Council. Regular rehearsals are held on Tuesday mornings from 9:30 am-11:00 am. The Silvertones may also schedule a retreat or other event during which music is prepared in a more concentrated and social setting. The successful applicant will be expected to be in attendance and prepared for all of the functions described above.
Responsibilities of this position include leading and directing the Silvertones in all aspects, including concert programming and artistic and creative endeavors, and working with LCS leadership and the Silvertones Leadership Council in all administrative and organizational matters.
Desired qualifications/skills include: a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in music with conducting, music education, church music, music therapy or voice emphasis; significant experience conducting choral ensembles; willingness to collaborate as part of an artistic team; and an energetic and positive personality with good communication skills.
This is a part-time position requiring approximately 6-10 hours per week. Salary range: $9,000-$10,000.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume or vita and contact information for three current references to Mike Krueger, krueger.mtk@icloud.com. Electronic submissions only, please. Deadline for applications: March 15, 2024.
Silvertones Search Committee
Larimer Choral Society