Intern Conductor Program

Modern Sound Collective is searching for talented choral musicians to take part in our conducting intern programs.

Application Deadline: April 29, 2025

Term: September 2025 to May 2026

Compensation: $1000

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Datsuzoku rehearses on Wednesday evenings at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene.

Concreamus rehearses on Friday afternoons at Trinity St Paul’s Church.

About the Modern Sound Collective

MSC is committed to fostering a nurturing community that inspires young artists through accessible opportunities for growth and collaboration, and to sharing our love of contemporary choral music through sincere and passionate performances. They have four choral programs focused on providing the next generation of choral singers, composers, and leaders with opportunities to advance their skills and grow their artistic network.

Datsuzoku is MSC’s 80 voice young adult choir, which focuses on providing singers with a welcoming creative community where they can meet like-minded singers and sing amazing choral music from around the world.

Concreamus is MSC’s 32 voice new music choir. They enjoy performing amazing music by living composers, and frequently collaborate with a diverse array of talented artists. They have premiered over 50 new works in the past 5 years.

About the Role

The intern conductors will work closely with the Conductor and Assistant Conductor to assist with implementing and delivering the choral programme of vocal technique, performance skills and musicianship, including weekly rehearsals and leading sectionals. They will receive 10 minutes of podium time per rehearsal, and will receive conducting and rehearsal feedback from the artistic staff. The intern conductor will have the opportunity to conduct at least one choral piece per concert, to be determined by the conductor. The intern conductor will receive rehearsal and concert footage of their conducting.

This role is geared towards advanced undergraduate students who are considering pursuing conducting and are looking for an opportunity to advance their musical leadership skills with a skilled choir.

The ideal candidate will possess these traits:

• A passion for choral music and a strong desire to learn the skills necessary to be a choral conductor
• Ability to work collaboratively and take direction
• Basic proficiency in piano
• Experience singing in choirs
• Demonstrated interest in musical education and musical programming

How to Apply:

Applicants are asked to submit the following:

• A resume/CV and a short video introduction of who you are and why you are applying to admin@modernsoundcollective.ca.
• Contact information for two references who can speak to their musical skills and work ethic.

Selected candidates will be asked to participate in an interview (virtual or in-person) with the Search Committee.

The Search Committee will conduct reference checks for the final candidates before making an offer.