Music Director
Music Director
Fakenham Choral Society
Fakenham Choral Society (FCS) is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Music Director from 23rd March 2026.
We are a registered charity formed in 1973, well established in the local community with a membership of 90 drawn from across north Norfolk. Although we have no formal auditions, our members are experienced choral singers used to four part harmonies. FCS has broadened its repertoire from the core choral works to pieces from Britten to Will Todd via Purcell and Hammerstein. The choir produces three concerts per year (hiring in orchestra and professional soloists) plus a very successful Come and Sing event.
More details about the choir can be found at www.fakenhamchoralsociety.org
We are seeking candidates who have:
• excellent musicianship with established conducting experience and an understanding of the classical and contemporary repertoire
• positive interpersonal skills to enthuse and instruct the choir
• Clear direction to a choir with mixed musical knowledge
Key responsibilities:
• work closely with the committee
• plan the music programme each year in consultation with the committee
• plan and lead weekly 90 minute rehearsals on Tuesday evenings during term times (September to June) arriving in good time to prepare and consult with the accompanist to lead rehearsals for and conduct concerts
• prepare and lead an annual come and sing day
• prepare singers and musicians to ensure readiness for each concert including sectional rehearsals
• support and promote the development of our choir members
• be responsible for sourcing soloists and instrumentalists in conjunction with the committee
• comply with any safeguarding regulations which may apply
Further details, including a full job description and fees will be sent out by email or post, if you prefer, with the application pack. A letter of application, CV and names and details of two referees, one of whom should be a current or recent employer or contact should be included with your application. References will only be taken up if you are offered the role.
Applications packs can be applied for by contacting the secretary Sally Bone, on sally.bone1@outlook.com
The closing date for applications is 16th February 2026
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview and to lead a short section of a choir rehearsal.
The start date for the successful candidate will be 23rd March 2026, just before the start of the Summer term to allow time for planning. The first rehearsal date of the summer term is on Tuesday 7th April. The Summer concert will take place on Saturday 20th June. The successful candidate will have a three month probationary period to be reviewed by both parties at that time.