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Job Title:1099 Music Director THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride

Division/Department:Rail Events Productions (REP)/Management

Reports To:Local Production Manager

Type of position:Non-Exempt/Hourly

Employee Classification:Seasonal

Location: Perris, CA

Compensation: $300 for the project



About the position

The Music Director is responsible for teaching and overseeing the musical aspects of The Polar Express Train Ride per the specifications set by the Rail Events Productions artistic team. This role involves working with the directing and stage management teams to ensure the cast learns and performs the music to the production standards and upholds the production's artistic integrity. The position is a short-term contract requiring both teaching and refining vocal performances during rehearsals.



Responsibilities

Work with the Directing and Production Stage Management Teams during music rehearsals

Attend a short virtual meeting prior to the in-person rehearsal to go over the music and rehearsal expectations

Teach the cast the music according to the specifications of the production

Refine cast vocal performance during the allotted rehearsal time

Maintain a safe, welcoming, positive, and inclusive working environment

Provide a keyboard piano for rehearsals



Requirements

Advanced music comprehension

Experience teaching vocal technique and/or coaching vocal performance

Experience music directing theatrical productions

Ability to play piano proficiently



Project Details

Perris

REHEARSAL DATE: Friday, 11/14 - 1:00 - 3:00pm (arrive at 12:30pm for setup)+nbsp;

*There will also be a 30 min. virtual meeting approx. 1 week prior to the in-person rehearsal date (flexible).+nbsp;

LOCATION: La Mirada Theatre Rehearsal Hall, 15519 Phoebe Ave., La Mirada, CA 90638

PAY RATE: $300 stipend


Rail Events Productions, an American Heritage Railways subsidiary, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.