The Red Cedar Symphony, a community orchestra based at Bethany Lutheran in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, is seeking a conductor for the 2023-2024 season.
The symphony performs two concerts, one in the fall (performed twice), one in the spring (performed twice), and a Concert in the Park in Rice Lake the first Tuesday of August. Duties include conducting all rehearsals and concerts, select programming for performances, assist with program notes. The Artistic Director/Conductor will work closely with the members of the Board of Directors.
This is a part-time/paid position.
Qualifications
- A. in Music related field, advanced degree preferred.
- Orchestral conducting experience.
- Strong background of orchestral literature and community concert programming.
- Knowledge of string instruments and bowing techniques.
- Ability to provide orchestral artistic leadership.
- Available for weekend and possible weeknight rehearsals.
Characteristics
- Conduct concerts as agreed upon by contract.
- Flexibility
- Ability to work with volunteer musicians.
- Coordinate blending the orchestra with visiting youth musicians.
- Maintain high musical standards.
CONDUCTOR/ARTISTIC DIRECTORS
Sister Shirley Wagner ♦ April 1983 Inaugural Concert
Warren Friesen ♦ 1984 – 1987
Andrew Johnson ♦ 1988 – 1991
Jonathan Poupore ♦ 1991 – 1994
David Scott ♦ 1995 – 1998
Edward G. Thompson ♦ 1998 – 2004
Thomas W. Howell ♦ 2004 – 2007
Josh Aerie (guest) ♦ 2008
Anastasia Traicoff (guest) ♦ 2008
Josh Aerie ♦ 2009 – 2013
Kurt Hoesly (guest) ♦ 2013
Aurelien Petilot (guest) ♦ 2014
Kevin Peters (guest) ♦ 2014
Kevin Hoeschen (guest) ♦ 2015
Kevin Peters ♦ 2015 - 2018
Ivar Lunde ♦ 2019 -
Our Musicians
We have the pleasure of working with many talented individuals. Current musicians, as of October 25th, 2018.
Violin 1
Michael Elling - Ladysmith
Robin Fossum - Chetek
Don Weibel - Chippewa Falls
Michelle Hestekin - Eau Claire
Linda Cook - Springbrook
Lily Forsman - Rice LakeViolin 2
Carol McDowall - Spooner
Erin Smetko - Rice Lake
Ann Hansen - Bloomer
Claire Geisler, Bruce - Trego
Nolan Miller - SpoonerViola
Kurt Hoesly - Ladysmith
Beth Good - Gordon
Helen Watkins - Spooner
Cello
Peter Neal - Birchwood
Susan Halderman - Eau Claire
Kim Schulze - Bloomer
Christian Hickethier - Chippewa Falls
Autumn Hartshorn - Rice Lake
Bernadette Wabrowetz - SpoonerBass
Matt Miller - Roseville
Gene Prigge - Rice LakeFlute
Nora Moss - Spooner
Renee Rademacher - Rice LakeOboe
Rebecca Burmesch - Osseo
Lainie Tomesh - Rice LakeClarinet
Patty Smith - Rice Lake
Monika Audette – Rice Lake
Bassoon
Nancy Keeler - Cumberland
Vicky West - Turtle LakeFrench Horn
Gail Waldron - Birchwood
Linda Carpenter - New Auburn
Michael Barone - Eau Claire
Phil Miller - SpoonerTrumpet
Kevin Masters - Chetek
Tom Kutrieb - ChetekTrombone
Todd Pickett - Eau Claire
David Bucher - Rice Lake
Mark Rutherford - Rice Lake
Tuba
Robb Held - Cumberland
Timpani
Jim Hurst - Rice Lake
Percussion
Shawn Muench - Cumberland
Colleen Masters - Chetek
Mary Updike - Rice Lake