Musical Director
Musical Director
Heart Of England Singers
Heart of England Singers, a registered charity, is an enthusiastic group of amateur SATB singers who meet weekly during term time in Marston Green, Birmingham. Membership does not require an audition or an ability to read music.
We are inviting applications for the role of Musical Director, with the appointment commencing as soon as practicable, and no later than September 2026. The Heart of England Singers are searching for an inspiring and dedicated Conductor/Musical Director who can guide our enthusiastic choir into a new and exciting phase.
You will be someone who:
Wants to lead a group of singers in exciting repertoire choices and interesting concerts, which will satisfy your creativity as well as theirs.
Knows about the voice and is able to develop the choir’s sound in innovative ways.
Is able to teach music effectively to a mixed group, catering for the non-reader as well as the more capable, ideally developing reading skills and musicianship
Is able to conduct the choir in an engaging way and knows how to encourage the singers to connect with their audience
Realises that laughing and having fun when rehearsing is the best way to learn.
Rehearsals are on a Monday evening from 7.30pm to 9.30pm at St. Leonards Church, Elmdon Road, Marston Green, Birmingham, B37 7BT.
The choir gives three/four concerts per year: the Easter and November concerts typically feature more serious repertoire while the summer concert is lighter in style. The December carol concert has a varied programme of choral items and audience carols.
The choir currently has around 35 members. The choir has a committee, led by a supportive Chair, to facilitate the organisation of the choir; and the MD/conductor forms part of that committee. There are approximately four committee meetings a year.
If you are interested in this opportunity or would like further information please contact the Secretary, Karen Moulton, at klemoulton@outlook.com or by contacting us through our website:
https://heartofenglandsingers.org.uk/2026/01/musical-director-vacancy-ja...
Your application must include a CV and details of two referees with an accompanying letter highlighting:
• Your experience
• Why you feel you are suited
• Why you would like the role.
Closing date for applications is 9.00am on Friday 27th February 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an interview on a Monday evening on a date yet to be arranged, when they will also be given 30 minutes to rehearse with the choir using a suitable piece of music of their choosing with sufficient copies for choir members.
Rates of pay are based on advised rates from Making Music, to which the choir is affiliated.
A DBS check will be required of any candidate before the appointment is confirmed.