Whether you’re a seasoned musical director or a rising star ready to shine, we want to hear from you!

Do you have a passion for music that moves people? Are you bursting with energy, creativity, and a love for rock, pop, and gospel? We’re looking for an inspirational, enthusiastic, passionate and experienced Choir Leader / Musical Director for our new branch in Hailsham, East Sussex.

About us:
The Happy Place Choir is a fun-loving, inclusive and vibrant community choir that sings a wide range of songs, from feel-good pop anthems and classic rock hits to soulful gospel harmonies. The choir has been running for almost 10 years in Eastbourne and we are now looking to set up a new branch in Hailsham. We once a week during term-time. The choir puts on a Summer and Winter concert each year and performs at local and regional events and festivals throughout the year, such as Chiddfest Music Festival.

The new choir will be based in Hailsham and will run alongside the current choir in Eastbourne, joining together for concerts and events.

What we’re looking for:

• A dynamic and engaging leader who can motivate and inspire singers of all abilities
• Confident in teaching rock, pop and gospel repertoire with vocal skill and musical flair
• Able to lead rehearsals with clarity, creativity and fun!
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Ability to harness the vocal abilities of choir members and embrace local talent
• Willingness to take part in local performances, such as fundraising events for local causes
• A positive, can-do attitude

What you’ll do:

• Plan musical arrangements and lead weekly choir rehearsals
• Contribute ideas and suggestions for the songs for each term
• Prepare the choir for performances
• Foster a supportive, fun and inclusive musical environment
• Inspire confidence in each singer
• Help promote the choir through social media and word of mouth
• Work closely with the choir manager to ensure the choir runs smoothly

The Choir Manager takes care of the day-to-day running of the choir, including administration, finance, marketing, communication and organising events.

Location:

Weekly rehearsals will take place during term-time in Hailsham on Wednesday evenings, starting in October 2025. Each session is 1.5 hours in duration.

How to apply:

Please send your CV, a cover letter outlining your interest in the role, and (if available) a short video or audio clip of you in action to happyplacechoir@gmail.com. For an informal chat about the role, please call Celine on 07877 956721. Competitive rate of pay, depending on experience.