Job Description

Location: Peebles, Galasheils, Penicuick (3+ choirs)

Love music and enjoy sharing your passion?

We're on the lookout for talented musicians to lead fun, feel-good choir sessions across the UK! Help bring Rock Choir to your local communities! No conducting experience needed.

Role Overview

What is a Rock Choir Leader?

A

Rock Choir Leader

is the heart and soul of a local Rock Choir group -- they're the ones who lead rehearsals, bring the energy, and make the magic happen!

A Rock Choir Leader is a

professional musician

(a singer with piano/keyboard skills) who:

Leads

weekly choir rehearsals

Teaches our unique

Contemporary arrangements

in an engaging, accessible way Brings fun, energy, and encouragement to every session Creates a

safe and uplifting environment

where anyone can enjoy singing - no matter what their background or experience in music is

Conducts

performances, local gigs, and larger events like arena shows or media appearances

Schedule:

Choirs run Monday - Thursday 2 Friday meetings/term 3 Training courses/year Occasional performances outside of the usual teaching week

Key skills you'll need:

Strong vocals and piano/keyboard ability

(able to lead while accompanying) Confident

public speaking

and group leadership A passion for

teaching music

and helping people grow Ability to learn and teach

Rock Choir's contemporary arrangements

Ability to

travel locally

for rehearsals and events

Why It's a Great Gig

It's a

paid role

Full Training

is provided You become part of a

national network

of musicians and creatives You make a

real difference

in people's lives -- boosting confidence and community Big performance opportunities (think TV, festivals, The O2!)
Becoming part of the Rock Choir Team isn't just a job - it's a career, a vocation and a chance to grow as a musician! Share your passion, inspire confidence in others and be part of something truly special. You'll bring joy to communities and change lives all while building a fulfilling career.

In Short:

Being a Rock Choir Leader means you get to

share your love of music

, build

amazing communities

, and perform in exciting venues -- all while getting paid to do what you love.

Ready to Take the Leap? Apply Now!

Our application process is relaxed, supportive, and designed to help you shine. We want to get to know you, your musical skills, your personality and your ability to inspire others

1. Submit Your Application - Upload your CV, share a few details, along with a video demonstrating your vocal and piano skills (see guidelines below) and tell us why you'd make a great Rock Choir Leader!

2. Informal Interview - Showcase your vocal and piano skills in a relaxed, friendly setting and get a feel for what the role is all about.

3. Training and Support - If successful, you'll receive full training and all the resources you need before leading your first Rock Choir choir session with us.

4. Join the Rock Choir family - Step into your new role as an official Rock Choir Leader and begin inspiring our communities through music!

Video Guidelines:

Choose any song you love, but we recommend something

contemporary

-- Pop, Rock, or Musical Theatre work great! Your video should be at least

2 minutes long

, with

clear audio

so we can hear your voice and piano playing clearly. Please

do not include

other instruments -- we want to focus on your

singing and piano

ability only.
Send your materials to

recruitment@rockchoir.com

with the subject line:

"[Area] Application - [Your Full Name]"

And don't forget to include your

full name, home address

, and the

location

you're applying to!

Prefer to apply online? Head to: https://rockchoirjobs.com

What is Rock Choir?

Rock Choir

is the largest contemporary choir organisation that brings people together to sing pop, rock, and chart music in a fun, relaxed, and non-audition environment. Here's a quick breakdown of what our members (Rockies) get:

What Makes Rock Choir Unique?

No auditions

and

no need to read music

-- it's all about enjoyment! Open to

all ages and skill levels

, from complete beginners to experienced singers. Focuses on

contemporary music

-- think songs by Queen, Adele, Coldplay, and more. Encourages

community

, confidence-building, and mental wellbeing through music.

How It Works

Members attend

weekly rehearsals

led by professional musicians (Rock Choir Leaders). Choirs are grouped by local area, but often come together for

national performances

. Opportunities to perform at amazing venues -- past events include

The O2 Arena

,

Royal Albert Hall

, and even

BBC appearances

.

More Than Just Singing

Rock Choir promotes a strong

sense of belonging and friendship

. Many members say it's

life-changing

, offering emotional and mental health benefits.
If you're genuinely passionate about music and love working with people, it could be such a fulfilling path.

We can't wait to see (and hear!) what you bring to the table.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Freelance

Pay: 250.00-400.00 per week

Additional pay:

Commission pay
Application question(s):

Please prepare a video of yourself playing the piano and singing at the same time. If you already have this, please post a link here. Tell us about your musical background Do you read piano/vocal scores?
Experience:

Piano: 1 year (required) Singing: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

drivers licence (required)
Work Location: On the road

Application deadline: 02/07/2025
Expected start date: 12/01/2026