Dunai Dancers - Accepting Applications for Artistic Director

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The Verkhovyna Song & Dance Ensemble is accepting applications for the position of:

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR FOR THE DUNAI DANCERS

The Verkhovyna Ukrainian Song & Dance Ensemble is the cultural arm of the Ukrainian Youth Association (CYM) Edmonton Branch. The Dunai Dancers have been active in the Edmonton community for over 45 years, performing at performances, banquets, receptions, conventions, at multicultural showcases, festivals and full length shows both nationally and internationally.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience with Ukrainian dance instruction

  • A growth mindset and ability to mentor a group

  • Organization and communication skills

  • Familiarity with the local Ukrainian community

  • Ambition to work alongside the Verkhovyna Choir conductor to create unique productions

Dunai is currently looking for an Artistic Director to fill a minimum 2 year contract (with an opportunity for extension), culminating in an international tour in the summer of 2024, which is currently being planned. Their responsibilities would be as follows:

  • Lead rehearsals on Thursdays & Sundays for a total of 4.5 hours per week

  • Choreograph and teach original regional choreography, alone or in collaboration with external choreographers

  • Provide direction and decision making as it pertains to auditions, casting, probationary periods, goals and general administrative responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Verkhovyna Choir and Dance School for Ensemble performances and special events

  • Selection and creation of music

  • Outline artistic goals for the Dance group and Ensemble for the duration of the contract

Short listed applicants may be asked to conduct a rehearsal

Please submit your resume to info@verkhovyna.ca

Deadline: August 31, 2022

Duties to commence as soon as possible

For more information about our Ensemble please visit www.verkhovyna.ca

For more information about the posting please contact Marko @ 587-991-2889

Verkhovyna Choir - Accepting Applications for Choir Conductor

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The Verkhovyna Ukrainian Song & Dance Ensemble is accepting applications for the position of:

CHOIR CONDUCTOR/ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

The Verkhovyna Ukrainian Song & Dance Ensemble is the cultural arm of the Ukrainian Youth Association (CYM) Edmonton Branch. The Verkhovyna Choir is a mixed (SATB) community choir whose repertoire consists of sacred and secular music. The choir has been active in the Edmonton community for over 60 years, performing in community events and touring both nationally and internationally.

Qualifications:

  • Requisite choral and conducting training

  • Thorough knowledge of Ukrainian choral literature

  • Fluency in both Ukrainian and English languages

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct weekly rehearsals for concert preparation, conduct performances and liturgical services as required

  • Provide vocal and choral training

  • Plan and select appropriate repertoire annually

  • Plan with an artistic committee for major Ensemble performances *Short listed applicants may be asked to conduct a rehearsal

* Short listed applicants may be asked to conduct a rehearsal

Deadline: June 30, 2020
Please submit your resume to: 9615 – 153 Ave. Edmonton, AB T5E 6B1 or info@verkhovyna.ca

Duties to commence: tentatively September 14, 2020, as per Alberta Ministry of Health guidelines

For more information contact info@verkhovyna.ca or Daniel (780) 819-9109.