Chorus/Music Intern
Company/Organization: The Shakespeare Society
Description:
The Hunts Point Children’s Shakespeare Ensemble program is a collaboration between The Shakespeare Society and the Hunts Point Alliance for Children (HPAC). This yearlong educational initiative works with a group of 4th, 5th and 6th graders from the South Bronx to explore, research, and perform a single Shakespeare play. Three fully produced performances allow the students to share their work with the community.The Chorus Intern/Junior Teacher will support the Music Director in the teaching, management, and direction of the choral ensemble. S/he reports to the Education Director of the Shakespeare Society.
Qualifications:
RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate and team teach with Music Director and other teaching artists; Vocal coach; Assist and/or lead vocal warm-ups; Take attendance and report to HPAC Program DirectorIDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD POSSESS: Knowledge of vocal warm-ups and musical games; Ability to ensure proper vocal health performance and technique; Advanced understanding of the voice and the ability to identify limits of individual; Experience working with children; Previous teaching artist experience; Strong time management skills and reliability; Experience in theatre production; Strong communication skills and the desire and willingness to collaborate; Strong classroom management skills; Fluency in Spanish, a plus; Piano skills, a plus; Grit and Passion
Paid Internship Info:
$1,000 for appointment
Hours:
Fridays 3 - 5pm; Sundays in March 12 - 4pm
Length/Availability:
7 months
Start Date:
09/20/13
End Date:
08/15/13, 05/19/14
Deadline:
August 15thTags:
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A fundamental belief of the founders of The Shakespeare Society is that enjoying and understanding Shakespeare begins in the classroom; therefore, a portion of the Societys membership dollars is used to support educational activities in New York City schools.
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