Music Curator Job at Bronx Arts Ensemble in New York

The Bronx Arts Ensemble is seeking a Music Curator to curate concert programming focused on chamber music for a performance season of 30-35 concerts, united by a theme.

The ideal candidate will be an actively performing musician with extensive knowledge of chamber music composed by living and neglected composers.

Role And Responsibilities

• Curate repertoire for various configurations of the BAE chamber music ensemble, including woodwind quintet, string quartet, and mixed ensemble, as well as guest artists.
• Engage with other members of the BAE administrative team, attend weekly team meetings, submit necessary written materials regarding concerts, respond to administrative deadlines, and be present at BAE performances to act as host for concerts and relay the season's theme and significance to the audience.

Duties

Role In The BAE Concert Department

The Music Curator works collaboratively with the Music Program Manager and Production Team to determine venues for programming, select Bronx-related guest artists, and aid in developing a performance calendar.

Relations with Bronx Arts Ensemble Local 802 Musicians

Collaborative Work With The Marketing Department

Collaborative Work With The Development Department

Qualifications And Education Requirements

Preferred Skills

This is a part-time hybrid position with an expected 25 work hours a week. Salary : $36,400.

The Music Curator is expected to attend in-person BAE team meetings and concerts.

Hiring Process

The position will be filled through a comprehensive application process encompassing multiple rounds of review.

About BAE

The mission of the Bronx Arts Ensemble is to bring music and related arts to Bronx schools and neighborhoods, contributing to the cultures of our Bronx communities through live performances and innovative arts education.

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