05/29/2024
Being an emerging conductor is difficult. I keep all my rejection letters and emails from past interviews in a file, and I always ask for feedback to become a better candidate. I recently finished a call with the hiring manager for a position I applied for a couple of months ago. They told me that they initially put me in the second round of interviews out of courtesy. That really stung. They also mentioned that I was close to the final candidates, but my lack of experience and not having a doctoral degree made me less competitive.
I have poured my heart into directing church music for 10 years, teaching school choirs and orchestras for 5 years, and leading community choruses for 3 years. My experience is diverse, encompassing all sorts of music, not just choruses.
I am always seeking professional development opportunities and strive to give back to the communities I serve with my expertise and passion for music.
If you know of any community music groups in need of a director, I would be incredibly grateful for any leads. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for supporting my music journey. Your encouragement means the world to me.
