| About the Position | |
| Position # | 3953 |
| Organization | Victoria Symphony |
| Position | Instrument Petting Zoo Guide - Instrument Petting Zoo at Community Fairs and Festivals |
| Location | multiple locations |
| Impact Statement | To spark children's interest in music and instruments. |
| Description |
Victoria Symphony is taking its popular “Instrument Petting Zoo” to community fairs and festivals around Greater Victoria June-September. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to guide children as they try instruments for the first time. Instruments offered are violin, cello, and brass --woodwinds may also be considered. The instruments are provided by Long and McQuade. We are looking for volunteers between ages 12-29 who are experienced in one or more orchestral instrument, and enjoy working with children. |
| Training Details | Volunteers will be given written instructions beforehand, and in-person guidance before the event start. |
| Working Conditions | Volunteers are working outdoors at community events. Shade and chairs are provided. In the case of heavy rain, events will be cancelled. A supervisor will be present at all times. |
| Minimum Duration | 3 months or less |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime, Weekday - Evening, Weekend - Daytime, Weekend - Evening, Anytime |
| Time Detail |
Specific Dates: Sunday June 2: afternoon Saturday June: 15 late morning/afternoon Monday July 1: morning/afternoon Wednesday July 10: afternoon/evening Fri-Sat Aug 2-3 afternoon Sat-Mon Aug 31-Sept 2 |
| Age | 12+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Area(s) of Interest | Arts/Culture, Children/Youth |
| Skill(s) | Communicate in Plain Language, Motivate Others, Decision-Making/Prioritizing, Creative Thinking, Playing |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://victoriasymphony.ca |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Soile Stratkauskas |
| Phone | 2504121975 |
| Address | 620 View Street Victoria, V8W 1Y5 |