MacPhail Northside Youth Orchestra (MNYO) Conductor & Coordinator

Company : Macphail Center For Music

Job Description - MacPhail Northside Youth Orchestra (MNYO) Conductor & Coordinator

TITLE: MacPhail Northside Youth Orchestra (MNYO) Conductor & Coordinator
REPORTS TO: School Partnerships Director
DEPARTMENT: School Partnerships
STATUS: Exempt; Part Time (12 Hours/week for 24 weeks)
LOCATION: Twin Cities & Surrounding Area, On-Site
COMPENSATION: $24,000/Annual

JOB SUMMARY
The MacPhail Northside Youth Orchestra (MNYO) Conductor & Coordinator provides artistic, educational, and operational onsite leadership for the Orchestra. This role is responsible for conducting, K-12 music education, and program administration, all of which support students’ musical growth within a structured ensemble experience.

The MacPhail Northside Youth Orchestra (MNYO) Conductor & Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day success of the orchestra, including rehearsals, performances, student engagement, and program coordination.

RESPONSIBILITES and ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Artistic & Educational Leadership

Lead weekly orchestra rehearsals on Saturdays from 1:00–3:00pm along with an additional hour for setup and teardown
Foster a supportive, high-expectation learning environment aligned with strong K-12 pedagogical practices
Audition and interview prospective students to ensure appropriate ensemble placement
Lead sectionals within area(s) of musical expertise and coordinate additional sectionals with coaches
Oversee rehearsal and concert logistics, including equipment management, setup, and teardown
Contract additional musicians when repertoire or performances require expanded instrumentation
Support student musicianship, ensemble skills, and artistic confidence through thoughtful repertoire selection and rehearsal planning

Music Preparation & Library Management

Select, prepare, and arrange repertoire appropriate to the ensemble’s instrumentation and skill level
Maintain the orchestra library, including copying, distributing, and tracking parts
Provide music to sectional coaches and collaborating faculty in a timely manner
Prepare concert programs in coordination with staff
Record and edit performances for archival and promotional use

Program Coordination & Administration

Develop the annual program budget under the direction of the School Partnerships Director
Serve as the primary liaison with the host site
Hire and supervise sectional coaches and interns under the direction of the School Partnerships Director
Track attendance for students, interns, and coaches, including reporting additional hours related to performances
Create and distribute the annual rehearsal and performance calendar
Lead program communications with students, families, and staff
Schedule and coordinate a minimum of three concerts annually, along with additional performance opportunities
Partner with the Minnesota Orchestra and other organizations to coordinate educational outreach and pre-concert performances
Organize community-building events for students and families as appropriate

Community & Culture Building

Foster an inclusive, student-centered environment that supports risk-taking, mutual respect, and creative expression
Support outreach and communication efforts to help raise awareness, engage new participants, and connect the work of MacPhail Center for Music to the broader community
Model curiosity, openness, and professionalism in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues

QUALIFICATIONS
Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education, Conducting, Music Performance, or a related field, required
Master’s Degree in Music Education, Conducting, Music Performance, or a related field, preferred

Experience

3+ years of demonstrated experience working with K-12 students in an ensemble setting, required
Experience with student-centered teaching practices, required
Experience managing programs and/or ensembles with operational independence, preferred

Skills & Abilities

Strong conducting skills
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to collaborate effectively while leading
Ability to lead with initiative and accountability

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MacPhail Northside Youth Orchestra (MNYO) Conductor & Coordinator

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