Soprano / Singer

Job summary

Perform as a Soprano 2 in Cantus Firmus Choral Lab’s professional vocal ensemble for the remainder of the 2026–2027 season. Attend scheduled rehearsals and perform in the final recital, preparing repertoire and adapting to different conductors.

Job details

Job title Soprano 2 — Professional Choral Singer | Cantus Firmus Choral Lab Employment type Contract / Part-time / Temporary Location Vancouver, British Columbia — On-site Job description Cantus Firmus Choral Lab is seeking a Soprano 2 to join its professional vocal ensemble for the remainder of the 2026–2027 season in Vancouver. Cantus Firmus is a professional choral laboratory bringing together professional singers, conductors, composers, a pianist for accompanied repertoire, and conducting mentorship. Sessions take place monthly at the Vancouver Academy of Music and provide conductors and composers with the opportunity to develop their work directly with experienced professional singers. We are looking for a singer with: Strong sight-reading and musicianship skills Excellent vocal technique and ensemble awareness Professional or advanced choral experience Ability to learn repertoire efficiently Flexibility when working with different conductors Professionalism, punctuality, and strong preparation Schedule Rehearsals are generally Sundays, 2:00–4:00 p.m., at the Vancouver Academy of Music. Remaining Season 1 dates: October 11, November 15, December 13, 2026 January 17, February 7, March 14, April 11 & 25, 2027 Final Recital: April 30, 2027 — Koerner Recital Hall, Vancouver Academy of Music Compensation $75 per 2-hour rehearsal $150 final recital This is a paid professional engagement. Application Requirements Please submit: Current résumé/CV Two contrasting solo vocal videos demonstrating your voice and musicianship Videos must feature you singing individually, rather than as part of a choir or ensemble. Applications may be sent to infos@tresormusic.ca More information: Cantus Firmus Choral Lab — Season 1 Trésor Otshudi Founder & Artistic Director Cantus Firmus Choral Lab

What you’ll do

Perform as a Soprano 2 in Cantus Firmus Choral Lab’s professional vocal ensemble for the remainder of the 2026–2027 season. Attend scheduled rehearsals and perform in the final recital, preparing repertoire and adapting to different conductors.

Requirements

Applicants should have strong sight-reading and musicianship, excellent vocal technique, ensemble awareness, and professional or advanced choral experience. They must learn repertoire efficiently, work flexibly with different conductors, and demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and thorough preparation.

Listed skills

• punctuality · Preferred
• preparation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Sight-Reading
• Musicianship
• Vocal Technique
• Ensemble Awareness
• Choral Singing
• Efficient Repertoire Learning
• Flexibility
• Professionalism
• Punctuality
• Preparation

Job areas

• Creative & Media
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