Job Description / Duties

Heartland Sings is seeking a bass to join its core of five full-time Principal Vocal Artists. This group performs music from a variety of genres, including jazz, pop, musical theater, opera, and a cappella. Principal Vocal Artists also perform oratorios, new compositions, and other choral works with the larger choral ensemble. Job includes solos, outreach events, rehearsals, program development, and weekly performances.

In addition, there is a substantial education component to this opportunity. Artists will be trained to use arts integrated lessons to teach Language Arts in classrooms during an Arts Integrated Residency program that culminates with the creation and performance of student-led operas. Principal Vocal Artists also teach private lessons, perform masterclasses, and offer a variety of workshops for aspiring singers.

Principal Vocal Artists are expected to relocate to Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Minimum undergraduate degree in music with evidence of significant performance experience. Preferred master’s degree or higher, and recording experience. While we are currently looking for a Bass, other voice types are encouraged to submit materials to be considered for future opportunities. We will accept applications until the position is filled.

Additional Information

Please visit http://heartlandsings.org/About/Auditions.aspx for application information.

Salary: Starting at $29,000

Contact Information

Robert Nance
maestro@heartlandsings.org
www.heartlandsings.org

Principal Vocal Artist Applications
Attn: Maestro Robert Nance
Heartland Sings
2402 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805

Employer Profile

Heartland Sings is a nonprofit vocal production company based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Founded in 1997 by Maestro Robert Nance, Heartland Sings has grown into an organization consisting of 5 Principal Vocal Artists, 24 Vocal Artists, and a number of volunteer vocalists auditioned for larger symphonic productions. With these, Heartland Sings creates a number of diverse programs and productions, including small jazz ensemble performances, opera and musical theater programs, educational and community outreach events, and large-scale choral orchestral productions.