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Choir instructor
Who You Are
You're a fun, social, and charismatic leader who knows how to guide a group of 60 amateur singers and genuinely enjoys it. You teach by example, confidently demonstrating harmonies and vocal technique rather than just explaining them. You're comfortable conducting and have the discipline to follow our season plan, keeping rehearsals on track so your choir is ready to perform on time.
You speak fluent English, love meeting new people, and you're excited to be part of an international community. You're happy to follow our rehearsal structure and standards, so every choir in the network feels consistent no matter who's leading it.
The IEC Network
International English Choirs is more than a collection of individual choirs. We're building regional networks of community choirs that work together as one large musical community.
Rather than operating independently, choirs in a region share instructors, accompanists, singers, equipment, and concert opportunities. This allows us to create larger performances, support one another when needed, and offer singers a richer musical experience.
To make that possible, every choir in a region follows the same yearly repertoire and the same rehearsal structure. That means instructors can seamlessly cover rehearsals, singers can join combined performances, and every choir progresses together throughout the year.
Meanwhile, each choir's Committee takes care of venue management, administration, and community-building. Your focus is simple: arrive prepared, deliver a great rehearsal, and help every choir move forward together.
Requirements
Fluent level of English
Confidence in leading a group of 60 adults in an engaging and enjoyable rehearsal
Ability to teach basic vocal technique through demonstration
Skill in teaching all parts by ear
Patience and understanding to prioritize the member experience over musical perfection
Contact us
If you are not completely sure whether this role is right for you, we would still love to hear from you and encourage you to get in touch. This is a freelance position with a flexible schedule. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in joining IEC, we warmly encourage you to apply.
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Our choirs sing “Top 40” pop hits. You can see an example of our performing here.
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We're looking for instructors with a music degree who are confident teaching singing fundamentals to a choir of 60 amateur singers. You should be able to teach simple pop harmonies with clarity and enthusiasm. A patient, sociable personality is essential for leading our community-focused choirs.
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Instructors start at €80 per session, with opportunities to grow over time.
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No, each choir has an instructor and a piano accompanist.
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Our system is built to support working singers. If you need time off, we will work with you to make sure your shifts are covered until you come back.
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A fluent level of English is essential. You should feel confident leading rehearsals entirely in English and managing group dynamics with ease. It’s important that you can communicate effectively in English across all settings, without any limitations.
piano accompanist
Freelance Piano Accompanist
IEC is seeking pianists to accompany our community-based choirs. This flexible role is ideal for musicians balancing professional commitments or talented hobbyists looking to apply their skills in a meaningful way.
About the Role
IEC choirs are community-based rather than performance-driven. Pianists accompany non-audition choirs, where most music is taught by ear. You should be able to play simple pop arrangements consistently, so choir members can depend on you week to week. You'll also need to play individual voice parts to help singers learn their lines. Patience and a willingness to work in a community-based environment are essential.
Requirements
Ability to understand instructions and scheduling in English
Ability to collaborate with instructors and prioritize fun over perfection
The ability to play simple pop piano accompaniments
Ability to play 2 vocal parts at the same time
Patience and understanding to prioritize the member experience over musical perfection
This is a freelance position with a flexible schedule. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in joining IEC, we encourage you to apply!
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Our choirs sing “Top 40” pop hits. You can see an example of our performing here.
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Our accompanists are skilled in playing basic pop piano accompaniments. They can confidently play both single, and two-part harmonies to guide singers in learning their parts. A patient, sociable personality is essential for collaborating effectively within our community-focused choir environment. Watch a performance to get an idea for the type of music you will play!
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Accompanists start at €70 per session, with opportunities to grow over time.
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You should feel confident receiving instructions and communicating entirely in English, including handling scheduling and organizational details with ease.