Calgary

For seven decades, the Calgary Philharmonic has been bringing communities together through the power of music. A pillar of the Calgary arts scene and one of Canada’s most celebrated live music ensembles, the Calgary Phil presents more than 60 concerts a season across a wide range of programming — epic classics, thrilling collaborations, rockin’ pops, family fun, and much more. The Calgary Phil also engages thousands of children each season through innovative and accessible Education and Outreach initiatives. In addition to 66 full-time orchestra musicians, the Calgary Phil is one of two major symphony orchestras in Canada that has its own chorus of over 140 volunteer singers. In a typical season, the Calgary Phil welcomes over 100,000 visitors, connecting audiences to live music experiences and serving the city of Calgary by fostering creativity and belonging. Your Phil. Your Music.

The Role

The Calgary Phil seeks a detail oriented and energetic Artistic Coordinator, Pops to join its administrative team. The Artistic Coordinator, Pops is responsible for ensuring that administrative details for guest artists are completed and processed, including administering contracts, schedules, fee payments, immigration paperwork, and other aspects towards a positive and successful engagement with the Calgary Phil. 

The Artistic Coordinator, Pops reports to the Director, Artistic + Education and serves as a hub of information; coordinating with key members of the Artistic + Education/Outreach, and Orchestra Operations teams to ensure that all schedule and other critical information is communicated to guest artists, guest conductors, and Artistic Leadership accurately and efficiently; and serves as main point of contact for guest artists when they perform with the Calgary Phil. 

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of guest artists’ appearances with the Calgary Phil for Pops and selected Special projects including:
  • Contracting
  • Arrange hotel and coordinate air and ground travel
  • Prepare advance schedules and final itineraries
  • Process payments
  • Serve as a primary contact while guest artists are in Calgary to perform with the Calgary Phil
  • Ensure guest artist rider requirements are fulfilled
  • Pick-up and deliver materials for Artistic team as required
  • Ensure set-up and clean-up of dressing rooms and Conductor’s Suite before/after concerts
  • Track assigned guest artist hotel and travel expense lines in budget
  • Liaise inter-departmentally and share Artistic materials with Marketing and Development teams
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned and consistent with this administrative support role

Desired Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Education, or equivalent experience
• A minimum of two years experience in live events, concert production, and/or artistic management
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations with maturity, poise, and discretion
• Effective organizational and clerical skills with the ability to meet deadlines consistently
• Ability to represent the Calgary Phil professionally and effectively with a wide range of constituents including orchestra members, staff, board, guest artists, audience members, and others
• Appreciation for, understanding of, and sensitivity to the needs of professional artists, including orchestral musicians, guest artists, and conductors
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and aptitude to learn new software is essential.  Knowledge of OPAS (Orchestra Planning and Administration Software) would be an asset
• Ability to read music, knowledge of symphony orchestra structure, and familiarity with musical terminology is beneficial
• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Be a team player with a positive attitude

Additional Details

• The salary range for this position is $45,000.00 to $50,000.00 annually dependent on related job experience
• This position requires evening and weekend work to support Guest Artist activities at orchestra rehearsals and performances. Presence on concert site is required.
• The Calgary Phil is trialing a hybrid remote work program. Employees who are eligible for this program may work up to three days/week from an appropriate remote location.
• As part of our full compensation package, Calgary Phil offers three weeks’ vacation, a comprehensive benefits package that includes RRSP contributions, health coverage, an employee assistance program, bonus days off, and other non-cash benefits.
• Office location: Arts Commons, Floor 2, 205 8 Avenue SE Calgary AB T2G 0K9

Application Process

Deadline: Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Applications will be reviewed on a regular basis and suitable candidates may be contacted before the deadline. 

Please send cover letter, resume to:
Andrea Davison
Director, Artistic + Education
HR@calgaryphil.com with the subject line “Artistic Coordinator, Pops”

The Calgary Phil is committed to fostering an anti-racist, equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment and, as such encourages qualified candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds.

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know so that we can work with you to assist with your needs.

We thank you for your interest in the Calgary Phil. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted. 

The City of Kelowna invites local, national, and international professional artists, artist-led teams, and cultural makers working in diverse artistic mediums to submit their Expressions of Interest for several public art commissions that are part of Building a Stronger Kelowna (BSK), a group of recreational projects that work together to build deeper community connections across the city.

Submission Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 2 pm (PST) 

Building a Stronger Kelowna includes the redevelopment of Parkinson Recreation Centre, Mill Creek restoration, which is part of the Parkinson Recreation Centre site, and all-ages activity centres at Glenmore Rec Park, Rutland Lions Park, and Mission Rec Park. This suite of projects is a unique opportunity to develop a curatorial program of permanent and temporary artworks that will be original, inspired by Kelowna and the Okanagan Valley, and help tell the stories of this place.

Public art sites have not been determined yet and will evolve out of the integrated project delivery approach that is being used by the BSK team and this call for artists. Artists who apply to this call may be considered for public art commissions at any of the BSK locations. 

Indigenous, Métis, and Inuit artists and/or cultural makers with connections to the syilx Okanagan people’s territory are encouraged to apply.

Read the full Call to Artists at https://www.kelowna.ca/our-community/planning-projects/building-stronger-kelowna/building-stronger-kelowna-call-artists-0

City of Kelowna
1435 Water Street, Kelowna BC, V1Y 1J4
www.kelowna.ca
Artcalls@kelowna.ca 
250.469.8500

For seven decades, the Calgary Philharmonic has been bringing communities together through the power of music. A pillar of the Calgary arts scene and one of Canada’s most celebrated live music ensembles, the Calgary Phil presents more than 60 concerts a season across a wide range of programming — epic classics, thrilling collaborations, rockin’ pops, family fun, and much more. The Calgary Phil also engages thousands of children each season through innovative and accessible Education and Outreach initiatives. In addition to 66 full-time orchestra musicians, the Calgary Phil is one of two major symphony orchestras in Canada that has its own chorus of over 140 volunteer singers. In a typical season, the Calgary Phil welcomes over 100,000 visitors, connecting audiences to live music experiences and serving the city of Calgary by fostering creativity and belonging. Your Phil. Your Music.   

The Role

We are looking for a Part-Time Music Library Assistant to join the Calgary Philharmonic’s Orchestra Operations team. In this role, you will assist the Music Librarian to organize, prepare, and manage the music library for all Calgary Philharmonic rehearsals and performances. You will report to the Director, Orchestra Operations, and work closely with all members of the Calgary Philharmonic’s administrative team and Orchestra musicians. 

Responsibilities

• Assist Music Librarian in the organization of the music library space
• Assist Music Librarian in the preparation of music distributed to the orchestra
• Represent the music library during select orchestra rehearsals and/or performances
• Coordinate reorganization of music upon completion of projects
• Assist in the maintenance of cataloging orchestral library
• Assist in the return and shipment of music rentals
• Assist in bowing and cleaning up of music parts for distribution

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to read music and knowledge of orchestral repertoire
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Proactive, industrious, and capable of working independently
• Strong communication skills, and capable of working collaboratively within a team  
• A sincere interest in arts and culture

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Part-time
• Salary Range: $25/hour, averaging 15-20 hours per week
• Schedule: This position will require some evening and weekend work
• Hybrid Work Policy: The Calgary Phil is trialing a hybrid remote work program. Employees who are eligible for this program may work up to three days/week from an appropriate remote location.
• A Police Information Check will be required from the successful applicant
• Office Location: Werklund Centre (formerly Arts Commons), Floor 2, 205 8 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0K9

Application Process 

Deadline: Friday, August 29, 2025

This posting will remain open until the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed on a regular basis and suitable candidates may be contacted before the deadline. 

Please send cover letter and resume to:   

Michael Thomson
Director, Orchestra Operations
HR@calgaryphil.com

The Calgary Phil is committed to fostering an anti-racist, equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment and, as such encourages qualified candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds.

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process, please let us know so that we can work with you to assist with your needs.

We thank you for your interest in the Calgary Phil. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted. 

Follow the Calgary Philharmonic @calgaryphil on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn and register for email updates at calgaryphil.com/newsletter.

Exhibition Dates: August 15 to September 6, 2025

Open Reception: Friday, August 15, 2025 7-9pm

Location: Alberta University of the Arts room 371 (open to the public)

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8am-8pm, Saturday: 8am - 5pm, Sunday: closed

The 2025 AUArts Summer Residency offers artists a unique chance to immerse themselves in their creative process using the university’s facilities. This year, twenty-nine artists participated over a ten-week period. Despite their varied backgrounds and the wide range of media they explore, they were united by the vibrant energy they poured into their work. Thunderstorm captures this surge of collective creativity—an electric charge that arises when so much artistic expression and momentum gather in one place.

The exhibition reflects the powerful transformation that such passion can ignite—not only in the materials the artists shape, whether canvas, clay, paper, fabric, or even living plants, but also in the environment their work inhabits. Thunderstorm invites viewers to feel the dynamic current of creative energy that has infused the residency, standing as a tribute to the power of artistic commitment and the enduring influence of creative intensity.

For more information, visit auarts.ca

Behind every postcard is a story of struggle and survival.

Beyond the Postcard reveals Cuba’s untold truths—its humor, pain, and resilience—through Afro-Cuban Canadian artist Hebert Poll Gutiérrez. Experience film, puppetry, poetry, and animation in this urgent 60-minute live show. Hosted by Adania Reyes with Ameli Pereira, Samuel Kugbiyi & Sara-Maya Kaba.

“This isn’t just Cuban history—it’s human history. And it’s urgent.”
Listen. Stand with us. Act.

Don’t miss this powerful journey—secure your tickets now and be part of a story that demands to be heard!

When: Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 7 to 9 pm
Where: SpanicArts Calgary
131 6 Ave SW
Calgary, AB

Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/beyond-the-postcard-cubas-untold-stories-tickets-1555104943749?aff=oddtdtcreator

About ChamberFest West

Artistic Excellence is the foundation of ChamberFest West’s festival. Our mission is to present an intensive summer chamber music festival that features internationally renowned musicians, explores unique and immersive thematic programming, and creates original, engaging musical experiences for its audiences. The new Shoulder Season concerts in spring and fall bring audiences that same level of excellence in single concerts performed in Calgary and Canmore. ChamberFest West strives to nurture a deep family-like connection between musicians and audiences.

Co-artistic directors and founders of ChamberFest West are violinist Diana Cohen and pianist Roman Rabinovich. Diana Cohen is concertmaster of the Calgary Philharmonic; founder and co- artistic director of ChamberFest Cleveland; and a well-known soloist, recitalist and chamber musician. Concert pianist and recording artist, Roman Rabinovich, is winner of the Arthur Rubinstein International Piano Master Competition.

More information may be found at chamberfestwest.com.

About the Position

CFW is seeking a highly organized, efficient Operations Manager to provide the day-to-day administrative support necessary to achieve the goals of the organization. The Operations Manager reports directly to the Executive Director and works closely with the Executive Director, CFW staff and Board.

The position: Part-time 50% position, with flexible hours, mainly working from home; on-site presence is required during CFW events and concerts, including the weeklong summer festival.

Salary Range: $30 - $35/hour, based upon qualifications and experience

Anticipated start date: Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Application Process and Deadline

Send letter of interest and CV to CFW Executive Director, Daniel Bhattacharya at ed@chamberfestwest.com.

Deadline: Friday, August 22, 2025

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

CFW is committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion in all facets of its operations, including policies, practices and programming.

When: Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 5:30 to 9 pm
Where: Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre
244034 Horizon View Road
Calgary, AB

The time has come to get your tickets for an evening of vibrant contemporary art and community at Kiyook Ohe Arts Centre's (KOAC) annual fall fundraiser! Join us on September 6, 2025 for LOOP&PARALLEL—a special art exhibition and exclusive fine art auction that celebrates KOAC co-founders Katie Ohe and Harry Kiyooka’s longstanding influence in the arts with a special theme that celebrates their bold popularization of postmodern abstraction in Alberta. Think crisp lines, loops, and shapes, and mid-century brights. We invite you to have fun with this theme, and pull out your bold & bright fits!

The evening will include an exclusive art auction preview sponsored by LEVIS Fine Art, alongside a special exhibition curated by Ash Slemming that highlights the intertwined legacies of KOAC co-founders Katie Ohe and Harry Kiyooka. Featuring artworks that loop back to their aesthetic innovations and run parallel to their enduring impact - the exhibition celebrates a small selection of contemporary artists whose work shares a kinship with Katie & Harry's post-modern abstraction and playful use of form and gesture - including Chris Cran, Rhys Douglas Farrell, Joanne MacDonald, Sinéad Ludwig Burgess, and Kristine Zingeler. The fine art auction features over twenty artists with works ranging from painting and sculpture to mixed media, offering something for both seasoned collectors and first-time buyers, all in support of KOAC’s mission.

This event is KOAC’s largest fundraising event of the year and proceeds allow KOAC to foster the growth of visual arts; supporting educational art programs and workshops, a vibrant and inclusive artistic community, and sustaining KOAC’s ecologically significant grounds alongside captivating sculptures that stand as timeless testaments to the value of art & nature, together.

Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite and include a catered evening by Salon Catering, an exclusive preview of our fine art auction thanks to LEVIS Fine Art, and special first-access to the LOOP&PARALLEL exhibition in Harry Kiyooka’s studio space gallery, curated by Ash Slemming.

Join the celebration! 

If you would like to become a sponsor for this event or any future KOAC program, please email us:

community@koartscentre.org

https://www.koartscentre.org/tickets2025/

Adult Recreational Choir Society of Calgary (ARC) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced part time Choreographer & Visual Director (CVD) for our two adult public show performing choirs; our mixed choir, UP2Something and our female voices choir, SHE’S Up To Something. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the efficient, effective and sustainable running of the choirs while supporting and advancing the organization's mission, vision, and values.

Reporting to and working with the Artistic Director primarily and the Executive Director collaboratively, the CVD designs and creates dance sequences along with blocking support and other activities as required. They will be enhancing the visual experience of our show through screens, props and other effects as they apply.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and articulate an ARC philosophy and guiding principles regarding choreography within performing choirs as agreed to by the Artistic Director
• Develop a plan to create, instruct and perform staging and movement in keeping with the above guidelines and consistent with the artistic vision for all season performances, including but not limited to:
  • Become familiar with the repertoire to be performed
  • Create choreography and/or stage movement complementary to selected repertoire
  • Communicate and Collaborate with the director(s) to develop a schedule of instruction
  • Scheduling and communication related to any special rehearsals, auditions, or special dance parts
• Provide choreographic instruction to performing choirs at rehearsals and workshops
• Supervision of and collaboration and cross-training with any Volunteer Assistant Choreographers
• Refine and polish choreography to be performed at a level consistent with the artistic standards of ARC
• Coordinate instructional resources, including video capture of choreography to be posted on various forms, such as our members section of the website.
• Engage and nurture, as appropriate, additional choreographic talent and expertise as it may exist within the membership
• Actively participate in the Production Team as a member of the artistic team and collaborate with the Costuming Team in developing the annual costume plan
• Support the activities of ARC through involvement and participation, including the annual Retreats, Talent Show, Christmas production and season finale
• Assist special part casting by participating in the audition and selection process
• Positively contribute to the ARC culture in keeping with our mission and vision
• Other duties as considered appropriate

Education/Experience Preferred:

• Dance training in any discipline. Minimum 4 years is recommended.
• Previous experience in teaching adults: Minimum 1 year recommended
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with our members effectively
• Ability to make instructional videos for the members so that they can practice and work on choreography between rehearsals
• Creativity in adapting teaching methods to meet various learning needs and differentiation and sensitivity to various levels of capacity within the choirs
• Experience in creating engaging and exciting new choreography required

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Work Location and Commitment Required:

• Applicants must be able to work independently. Hours required will vary depending on the time of year and your work process, but an average of 25-30 hours/month are to be expected, especially from January to early June.
• Salary is competitive and will be based on experience.
• Rehearsal locations are typically held at the First Church of the Nazarene in SW Calgary with workshops and other events and activities being held at other locations in the City of Calgary.
• Must be able to attend Saturday workshops, our weekend retreat in April, Christmas and Year End Show and tech week, and various Tuesday evening rehearsals throughout the year.

Who We Are

Adult Recreational Choir Society of Calgary (ARC) was formed in 2002 to provide creative and challenging opportunities for adults to enrich their lives through musical expression and performance. Growing to three choirs under the ARC umbrella over two decades, all programs are non-auditioned and feature challenging, eclectic and variegated repertoire. Singing is our passion and a diverse membership participates in ARC programs, including those that come from different backgrounds, ages and stages, adding variety and creating a stimulating and supportive community environment for all. ARC show choir performances are characterized by professional staging, colourful costumes, and choreography complementing the music. The organization prides itself not only on our high-performance value, but on our strong community and connected culture.

Contact Information:

Include: Please include a cover letter and resume outlining your interest and related experiences and qualifications. If you have additional videos or creative examples of your work, please include them as well.

Submit to: Torri Airhart, Artistic Director and Leslie Forward, Executive Director

Email: info@archoirs.org

Deadline: Friday, August 29, 2025

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

For seven decades, the Calgary Philharmonic has been bringing communities together through the power of music. A pillar of the Calgary arts scene and one of Canada’s most celebrated live music ensembles, the Calgary Phil presents more than 60 concerts a season across a wide range of programming — epic classics, thrilling collaborations, rockin’ pops, family fun, and much more. The Calgary Phil also engages thousands of children each season through innovative and accessible Education and Outreach initiatives. In addition to 66 full-time orchestra musicians, the Calgary Phil is one of two major symphony orchestras in Canada that has its own chorus of over 140 volunteer singers. In a typical season, the Calgary Phil welcomes over 100,000 visitors, connecting audiences to live music experiences and serving the city of Calgary by fostering creativity and belonging. Your Phil. Your Music.   

The Role 

The Calgary Phil is looking for a personable and professional Box Office Representative to join its Marketing + Sales Team. Reporting to the Sales Manager, this part-time position is responsible for selling tickets and providing exceptional customer service to audience members at concerts. The ideal candidate must demonstrate professionalism, sound judgement, and a strong commitment to creating a positive audience experience.

Key Responsibilities 

• Communicate with patrons in a positive and professional manner, providing the highest level of customer service
• Work directly with customers to facilitate single ticket sales and address ticket-related inquiries
• Data entry, cash handling, and cash reconciliation 

Desired Qualifications

• Patron-focused customer service experience with emphasis on relationship building
• Ability to learn new concepts quickly and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and with a team
• Dependable and reliable with strong attention to detail
• Previous arts administration or ticketing experience an asset
• Resourceful, independent, and calm under pressure 

Additional Details

• This is a part-time position paid hourly ($20/hour, 3-4 shifts monthly)
• Shifts are primarily Friday and Saturday nights
• Training, support, and supervision may occur virtually
• Term employment position from 12 September 2025 to 30 June 2026[JB1] , with renewal opportunity
• A Police Information Check will be required from the successful applicant
• Office location: Werklund Centre (formerly Arts Commons), Floor 2, 205 8 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0K9 

Application Process 

Deadline: Monday, August 25, 2025 

Applications will be reviewed on a regular basis, and suitable candidates may be contacted before the deadline. 

Please send cover letter and resume to: 

Caroline Becq, Sales Manager
HR@calgaryphil.com

 The Calgary Phil is committed to fostering an anti-racist, equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment and, as such, encourages qualified candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds.   

If you require accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.   

We thank you for your interest in the Calgary Phil. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.   

Follow the Calgary Philharmonic @calgaryphil on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn and register for email updates at https://calgaryphil.com/about/newsletter.