We are Seeking a New Artistic Director
The Delaware Choral Society (DCS) is seeking a new Artistic Director for placement starting September 1, 2026. This paid position with DCS is typical to that of other choral organizations with responsibilities including but not limited to: conducting all rehearsals, repertoire selection, solo and ensemble auditioning, and with assistance from the DCS Board participate in rehearsal scheduling, concert preparation, and public relations.
DCS performs a minimum of two concerts per year with rehearsals on Tuesday evenings (7:00-9:00pm). Music is prepared during two performance seasons: September to December and January to April or early May, with a concert as the culmination of each season. Rehearsals take place in Dover, DE, with concerts performed mainly in Dover, but occasionally elsewhere throughout Delaware.
The DCS is a non-auditioned community choral ensemble with approximately 80-100 members per semester. Singers range in age from teenagers to late-80s. Vocal skills of the singers range from virtually novice to professionals.
Base annual salary range would be $6500-$10,000, based on level of education and years of choral conducting experience.
If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please send a letter of interest, a resume, two letters of recommendation, and an audio file illustrating your work as a conductor to the DCS Search Committee by email to dprimosch@delawarechoralsociety.org by June 30, 2026.
For any questions or a complete list of responsibilities, please contact the DCS Search Committee by the email listed above.
Sherry Roscoe, Accompanist
Sherry received Bachelor’s degrees in Music Education (K-12) and Music Therapy from Wartburg College in Waverly, IA. Upon graduation she began teaching elementary music, band and chorus in Caroline County, MD. She then began to work as a private contractor providing Music Therapy services to area schools, nursing homes, and agencies serving those with mental and physical challenges.
Sherry is a member of Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) and an independent contractor serving as accompanist in both choral and instrumental settings at schools and colleges in the local area. She has served in several local churches as Director of Contemporary Music, Director of Music, Organist, Handbell Choir Director, and Accompanist and is currently serving as Organist and Handbell Choir Director at Wesley UMC in Dover. Sherry also owns and operates an independent piano studio, Grace Notes Piano Studio, providing creative, quality piano lessons to students of all ages.
Sherry is married to Jim Roscoe, and has three children; Bryan, Elyse and Chrystopher.