Tso Resident Conductor

**APPLICATION INFORMATION**:
**TSO RESIDENT CONDUCTOR**

The TSO Resident Conductor will work closely with Music Director Gustavo Gimeno, TSO administrative staff, and the musicians of the TSO. This two-season position (2025-26 and 2026-27) includes significant repertoire building through a combination of covering assigned TSO concerts and rehearsals and conducting select concerts. The Resident Conductor will gain enhanced understanding of a professional orchestra through critical training and active involvement in program planning, orchestra operations, recordings, tours, marketing, public relations, education and development activities. The Resident Conductor will also have a role in promoting and representing the work of the TSO. TSO guest conductors may be available to the Resident Conductor for consultation and discussion. While no age requirement for this position is mandated, it is expected that applicants will have already demonstrated substantial accomplishment, but are still developing his/her/their skills. For detailed information and history of the TSO, visit tso.ca/orchestra

**Scope of Work**:
Conducting/Repertoire Development:

- The TSO Resident conductor will cover a set number of subscription programs each season (i.e. attend all associated rehearsals, listen for ensemble balance, relay rehearsal notes, assist with special score elements-audio cues, offstage conducting, etc.-as needed, attend all performances, and be ready to step-in should a last-minute substitution situation arise). While the majority of covering assignments will be focused on classical repertoire, opportunities to cover Pops and film projects can be discussed.
- The TSO Resident conductor will assist with commercial recording projects, and/or livestream programs as needed.
- The TSO Resident conductor will accompany the TSO on tours within Canada and internationally over the term of the contract.
- The TSO Resident conductor will be asked to lead a select number of programs, either full or partial, across the TSO’s concert series.
- The TSO Resident conductor may be involved in community engagement activities related to the TSO’s Strategic Plan and priority community partners.

Professional Development:

- The TSO Resident conductor will observe the Music Director and international guest conductors in weekly concert preparations while gaining first-hand insights into rehearsal processes, repertoire interpretation, and day-to-day orchestra operations.
- The TSO Resident conductor will get to know the Administrative team working behind the scenes in a major North American orchestra and learn how their efforts support the musicians’ work on stage.
- The TSO Resident conductor may be asked on occasion to represent the TSO at select functions with private donors, corporations, or media outlets.
- Opportunities to attend workshops, conferences, and/or observe rehearsals at other orchestras may be discussed.

**TSYO CONDUCTOR**

The TSYO Conductor plays a vital role in creating and shaping the artistic profile of one of Canada’s leading youth orchestras. The TSYO Conductor will work with TSO administrative staff, TSO Music Director Gustavo Gimeno, and TSO Coaches to design a program of significant educational impact and growth opportunity for young musicians selected through a competitive audition process. In addition to conducting three TSYO concerts each season, the TSYO Conductor will gain practical experience with artistic planning, personnel management, library operations, marketing, fundraising, and orchestra production. The opportunity to meet TSO guest conductors and attend TSO rehearsals and performances is also available. For detailed information about the TSYO, visit tso.ca/toronto-symphony-youth-orchestra.

**Scope of Work**:
Conducting/Repertoire Development:

- The TSYO Conductor will lead 3 term concerts (Fall, Winter, Spring) during each season of the contract, plus additional concerts that may arise through partner organizations, regional presenters, and/or touring invitations.
- The TSYO Conductor will advise on repertoire selection for the ensemble’s performance, in consultation with TSYO Coaches and TSO Music Director.

Professional Development:

- The TSYO Conductor will gain valuable insights into the administration of an orchestral ensemble, including, but not limited to, program planning, personnel management, marketing, fundraising and budgeting.
- The TSYO Conductor will participate in annual auditions for the ensemble and also serve as a juror on the TSYO annual concerto competition.
- The TSYO Conductor will represent the TSYO at select functions with private donors, corporations, and/or media outlets.

**QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS**
- Applicants should have an advanced musical degree in orchestral conducting or equivalent experience with exceptional artistic sensibilities and aural skills.
- Applicants are expected to have excellent verbal communication skills and the ability and desire to conne