Positions Available
District of Columbia:
MUSIC DIRECTOR
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Washington, D.C.
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Washington, DC is seeking a Music Director who demonstrates a high level of accomplishment on pipe organ and piano, direction of choral and instrumental ensemble performance, and accompaniment of soloists. The Music Director collaborates with clergy and congregation to help the church grow in musical excellence, outreach, and service to God.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This part-time position of 27 hours per week includes the expectation of the following regular commitments:
Bachelor’s degree in music required. MM/DM a plus.
Demonstrated proficiency in:
Compensation package competitive with similar part-time positions in DC area.
Benefits are negotiable, to include group health care, four Sundays of vacation per year, one Sunday off per year for professional development, and negotiated paid sick leave.
To Apply:
Applications will be accepted through June 30, 2017.
Please submit a cover letter and resume´ to Pam Wannen (pam@wannen.com). Kindly follow up with phone call to confirm receipt of email or with questions: 202-441-5627.
If available, please provide a video or audio recording of your performance.
About St. Paul’s:
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church is a Reconciling in Christ congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).
Our Vision: SAVED by God’s grace and nourished through Word and Sacrament, we, the community of believers at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, are SENT by the Holy Spirit to SHARE the good news and to serve our neighbors following the example of Jesus Christ.
Washington Navy Yard - Roman Catholic Chapel Organist click title for link
INTERIM ASSISTANT ORGANIST & CHOIRMASTER
The Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church
One Chevy Chase Circle, NW Washington DC
Interim Assistant Director of Music
Job Description
Mid-August through December 31, 2017
Interim Candidate may apply for permanent position.
CONTACT Julie Vidrick Evans, Director of Music, julie@chevychasepc.org / 202.363.2202x33
To assist in cultivating and leading the worship music ministry for Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church, in consultation with the Director of Music and Pastoral Staff.
Responsibilities:
Select, plan and rehearse music weekly for 1 Chapel Choir (grade 6-12), 1 Junior Choir (grade 3-5) and 1 Carol Choir (K-2) and with each choir participating in approximately one-two services every month March through May 21, and September 10 through December 24, 2017.
Lead the Sunday School Music Time by teaching hymns and songs to grades K-4 on Sundays March 5, 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 23, 30, and October 1-November 19.
Select, plan, rehearse and produce Children’s Christmas Pageant in cooperation with Sunday School Classes and teachers. Rehearsals to be on Sunday during normal choir times.
Assist the Director of Music in planning Christmas Concert and prepare and rehearse the selected Choir for the event.
Maintain communication with volunteer musicians, choristers and their families.
Consider participation in the choral festivals and prepare the choirs for the event accordingly.
Serve as an Organist/Choir Director in absence of the Director of Music (6 Sundays)
Communicate faithfully with the Director of Music and the Pastoral Staff.
Assist, support and coordinate with the Director of Music.
Attend staff meeting during program year.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Music.
Minimum five years experience in church related setting.
Intermediate organ skill preferred.
Strong team player with staff and congregation.
Committed to the church's vision, leadership, and people.
Dependable, responsible, self-motivated and creative.
Core Competencies:
Versatile in a range of styles of sacred music.
Knowledge of vocal development, production and training for elementary through high school age singers.
Ability to lead worship and to train all ages of volunteer musicians as worship leaders.
Clear, precise and communicative choral conducting skills.
RECOMMENDATION:
16-18 hours/week Mid-August through December
18 weeks x 18hrs x $20
Compensation range - $5760.00 - $6480.00
Maryland:
MUSIC LEADER
St. George’s Episcopal Church Seeks Music Leader
St. George’s Episcopal Church in Glenn Dale, Maryland is searching for a Music Leader to oversee the musical aspects of the Sunday services to create meaningful, creative, and faithful worship. This is a 10 hour per week position; the primary responsibilities are leading the congregation in music during worship, accompanying the service and hymns on the piano, and preparing and conducting the Sunday service singers and the anthem choir. A link to the complete job description can be found on the St. George’s website: stgeorgesglenndale.org.
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and resume, electronically or by mail, postmarked on or before June 24, 2017. Please e-mail application materials to office@stgeo.comcastbiz.net or mail them to St. George’s Episcopal Church, c/o Timothy Dangel, P.O. Box 188, Glenn Dale, MD 20769.
St. George’s Episcopal Church is a member of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington.
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC AND ORGANIST
Saint Bernadette Catholic Church in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a full time director of music and organist. The ideal applicant will have a strong background in choral conducting, organ performance, service playing, and a thorough knowledge of the Roman Catholic liturgy and its musical tradition. The applicant should be enthusiastic about engaging the parish community and promoting and expanding the music program through personal interaction and social media. The ability to use Microsoft Office and a music notation software (e.g. Finale or Sibelius) is also essential.
The director of music would be responsible for the following duties:
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
Colesville Presbyterian Church (CPC), Silver Spring, Maryland
Time of contract: To begin no later than August 2017. Job performance and satisfaction reviewed annually as a basis for extending contract.
Job description:
- Play keyboard or guitar in worship band for 9am contemporary service as needed
Part-time, 20-25 hours per week - 2 Sunday services, 2 weekly rehearsals, 4 special services (Maundy Thursday, three Christmas Eve services), funerals and weddings
Compensation:
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CPC will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. CPC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. For nonexempt employees, CPC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of faith affiliation.
Please submit cover letter and resume via email to Colesvillechurch@verizon.net (subject line “Director of Music Search”).
Review of applications will begin May 15, 2017, and will continue until position is filled.
RequirementsQualifications:
ORGANIST/PIANIST
Calvary Lutheran Church Silver Spring, Maryland
Organist/Pianist
Seeking an organist/pianist for Blended Liturgical Lutheran Service.
3 Manual Rodgers Organ
1908 Steinway C (New York) - truly a destination recital instrument
Zuckermann Harpsichord (1 man. 8’, 4’)
Salary negotiable and based on experience/education
(AGO American Guild of Organists / ALCM Association of Lutheran Church Musicians guidelines)
Requirements
1 weekly Sunday service
1 weekly choir rehearsal (Sept.-May)
Additional special services (Advent, Christmas, Lent, etc. approx. 15)
Must be able to play and lead a wide variety of worship music on organ and piano.
Virginia:
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
First Presbyterian Church, Arlington
Description:
First Presbyterian Church of Arlington is looking for an energetic director of music to shepherd its active and beloved music efforts. This person serves as organist as well as conductor for the adult and children’s choirs. Located in the heart of Arlington, VA, our church believes music enriches our faith and brings us closer together and to God. The music director would be our shepherd in sustaining and expanding a quality music program, from Sunday services to special events. The part-time position (25-30 hours per week) includes competitive salary in the range of about $40,000-$45,000 and certain benefits, such as personal leave and continuing education stipend.
Requirements:
Degree in music performance or music education, including classical and/or sacred music training, or similar educational training. Ability to provide organ and piano accompaniment while conducting a choir. A desire to develop a traditionally-based music program that provides a broad selection of music. An openness to becoming a leading member of our church family.
To Apply:
If this opportunity strikes the right note with you, please send your resume and a cover letter to Michael Bruno at First Presbyterian Church, Arlington, at music2017@fpcarlington.org.
WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
INTERIM DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES
JOB DESCRIPTION
Contact: DMSearch@wpc-alex.org
Music at Westminster Presbyterian Church is a disciplined and traditional program, with music presented by a 30-voice adult chancel choir, two large children’s choirs and two handbell ensembles. Instrumental accompaniment in the chapel is a 2008 Allen “Protégé” electronic organ (2-manual/28 stops). The main sanctuary has both a 2007 Steinway Grand Model B piano and a 1965 Moeller pipe organ (3-manual/57 stop/32 memory levels / 46-ranks). The Interim Director of Music Ministries is either a part-time or full-time (depending upon scope of responsibilities and skills) member of the professional staff of Westminster, responsible to the Pastor/Head of Staff and the Session of the church (via the Personnel Committee).
Routine duties. The Interim Director attends the weekly staff worship planning meeting and monthly full staff meetings, provides musical support as organist/pianist for all regular and special services, weddings (including rehearsals, if asked), and funerals. The Interim Director will direct and accompany the chancel choir as well as soloists (vocal and instrumental) and conduct choir rehearsals every Thursday (except during the summer months) as well as Sunday mornings before the appropriate service. The Interim Director should oversee the maintenance and tuning of all installed musical instruments.
Additional musical duties. If able, the Interim Director should plan music for the Westminster handbell ensembles and rehearse these ensembles on a regular basis. An Interim Director of Children’s Music Ministries is in place to oversee the children’s choirs, but the Interim Director would ideally provide accompaniment for the children’s choirs’ rehearsals and Sunday performances.
Worship planning. The Interim Director should attend and support Worship & Music Committee meetings, and coordinate with the pastors to integrate traditional worship music with the scriptures and lessons. Where needed, the Interim Director should advise on matters pertaining to the music budget, and manage the expenditure of funds approved for the music program.
Qualifications. The position of Interim Director of Music Ministries requires a Bachelors degree in Music, and it is preferred that candidates have a Masters degree in music, conducting, sacred music, or piano/organ performance. A high level of proficiency in piano and organ performance is essential. The Interim Director must be proficient in choral conducting, service planning, service playing, and as an accompanist. The Interim Director should also have experience in preparing volunteer vocalists across a broad range of proficiency, age, and personality. Westminster also prefers the Interim Director have proficiency in children’s music education, handbell ensemble direction, and music arrangement. The Interim Director must have a working knowledge of modern office processes, including email and word processing, and should be proficient in music notation software as well as image-processing software. The church also prefers applicants to this position of have at least five years of experience in the key required skills.
ORGANIST
St. Francis Episcopal Church, Great Falls, Virginia
The Parish of St. Francis Episcopal Church, Great Falls, Virginia seeks a part-time organist to begin service on July 1, 2017 or as soon thereafter as possible. Reporting to the the Director of Music, the appointee will be responsible for the following duties:
Organ: 2 manuel, full pedal, 13 rank Randall Dyer Pipe Organ updated in 2004
Compensation for the Part-Time Organist will be based on Diocesan guidelines.
Interested candidates should respond in writing to this announcement to:
Larry Vote, Director of Music levote@smcm.edu or
St. Francis Episcopal Church
9220 Georgetown Pike
Great Falls, Virginia
22066
ATTENTION: Organist Position
MINISTER OF MUSIC
Trinity Episcopal Church Arlington
Description
Due to a family medical crisis, our wonderful minister of music had to resign leaving us in need of an organist/pianist/choir director with diverse experience in sacred music. We are a singing multicultural congregation that loves to do all types of music. We include music as part of one Sunday service (10:30 am) with choir rehearsals Sunday morning (9:15 am) and an occasional weekday evening (7:30–9:00 pm).
Our Minister of Music is responsible for selecting congregational hymns, choir anthems, preludes and postludes in collaboration with the pastor and for ensuring compliance with copyright regulations. S/he provides music leadership for Sunday worship, special services, funerals & weddings. Ideal candidate will enjoy nurturing the talents of a devoted 8-10 member volunteer choir and will be experienced in offering a blended musical style that fosters an uplifting and enlivened worship experience. Proficiency in organ and piano preferred and comfort using a wide assortment of instruments in worship (including drums, bells, trumpet, flute, and maracas shakers) a must. Ability to direct a handbell choir a plus.The church is equipped with Model MDS Allen organ (installed 1991) that includes Ensoniq Model SD-1 synthesizer, a Yamaha keyboard and four octave set English handbells.
To Apply
Send your resume with accompanying cover letter and salary requirements to the Rev. Kim Coleman via email or to Trinity Episcopal Church, 2217 Columbia Pike, Arlington, Virginia, 22204, 703/920-7077 for immediate consideration. Average 12-16 hours per week. Salary commensurate with experience and job specifications.
Requirements
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Music or related field. Coursework and at least 5 years of experience in organ performance as well as choral and instrumental conducting may satisfy degree requirement. Proficiency in organ and piano accompaniment with adeptness in transposition and improvisation desired. Ability to cantor a plus.
MUSIC DIRECTOR
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Washington, D.C.
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Washington, DC is seeking a Music Director who demonstrates a high level of accomplishment on pipe organ and piano, direction of choral and instrumental ensemble performance, and accompaniment of soloists. The Music Director collaborates with clergy and congregation to help the church grow in musical excellence, outreach, and service to God.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and supervise music program for worship using the Lutheran liturgy, combining a sensitivity to traditional Lutheran repertoire and a creative expansion of our musical horizons
- Play organ/piano, conduct choirs, and lead musical aspects of worship services
- Recruit new choir members and hire, supervise, and evaluate section leader soloists
- Select musical materials including prelude, postlude, anthems, soloist repertoire, liturgy and hymns
- Oversee contracted maintenance and continued care of church’s musical instruments, including a Schantz four-register pipe organ, chancel organ, pianos and other program resources
- Manage administrative and budgetary tasks related to music program
- Act as ambassador for the music program at St. Paul’s, within the congregation and in neighborhood
This part-time position of 27 hours per week includes the expectation of the following regular commitments:
- Two weekly Sunday services from September through mid-June and one service from mid-June through early September
- Afternoon and evening seasonal services as they arise
- Weddings, rehearsals, and funerals as they arise
- Adult choir rehearsals Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings from early September through mid-June; rehearse with soloists for summer services
- Staff meetings and office hours
Bachelor’s degree in music required. MM/DM a plus.
Demonstrated proficiency in:
- Performance on pipe organ and piano
- Knowledge of and facility with a wide range of sacred music repertoire
- Directing, mentoring and training an adult choir; accompanying soloists.
Compensation package competitive with similar part-time positions in DC area.
Benefits are negotiable, to include group health care, four Sundays of vacation per year, one Sunday off per year for professional development, and negotiated paid sick leave.
To Apply:
Applications will be accepted through June 30, 2017.
Please submit a cover letter and resume´ to Pam Wannen (pam@wannen.com). Kindly follow up with phone call to confirm receipt of email or with questions: 202-441-5627.
If available, please provide a video or audio recording of your performance.
About St. Paul’s:
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church is a Reconciling in Christ congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).
Our Vision: SAVED by God’s grace and nourished through Word and Sacrament, we, the community of believers at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, are SENT by the Holy Spirit to SHARE the good news and to serve our neighbors following the example of Jesus Christ.
Washington Navy Yard - Roman Catholic Chapel Organist click title for link
INTERIM ASSISTANT ORGANIST & CHOIRMASTER
The Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church
One Chevy Chase Circle, NW Washington DC
Interim Assistant Director of Music
Job Description
Mid-August through December 31, 2017
Interim Candidate may apply for permanent position.
CONTACT Julie Vidrick Evans, Director of Music, julie@chevychasepc.org / 202.363.2202x33
To assist in cultivating and leading the worship music ministry for Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church, in consultation with the Director of Music and Pastoral Staff.
Responsibilities:
Select, plan and rehearse music weekly for 1 Chapel Choir (grade 6-12), 1 Junior Choir (grade 3-5) and 1 Carol Choir (K-2) and with each choir participating in approximately one-two services every month March through May 21, and September 10 through December 24, 2017.
Lead the Sunday School Music Time by teaching hymns and songs to grades K-4 on Sundays March 5, 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 23, 30, and October 1-November 19.
Select, plan, rehearse and produce Children’s Christmas Pageant in cooperation with Sunday School Classes and teachers. Rehearsals to be on Sunday during normal choir times.
Assist the Director of Music in planning Christmas Concert and prepare and rehearse the selected Choir for the event.
Maintain communication with volunteer musicians, choristers and their families.
Consider participation in the choral festivals and prepare the choirs for the event accordingly.
Serve as an Organist/Choir Director in absence of the Director of Music (6 Sundays)
Communicate faithfully with the Director of Music and the Pastoral Staff.
Assist, support and coordinate with the Director of Music.
Attend staff meeting during program year.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Music.
Minimum five years experience in church related setting.
Intermediate organ skill preferred.
Strong team player with staff and congregation.
Committed to the church's vision, leadership, and people.
Dependable, responsible, self-motivated and creative.
Core Competencies:
Versatile in a range of styles of sacred music.
Knowledge of vocal development, production and training for elementary through high school age singers.
Ability to lead worship and to train all ages of volunteer musicians as worship leaders.
Clear, precise and communicative choral conducting skills.
RECOMMENDATION:
16-18 hours/week Mid-August through December
18 weeks x 18hrs x $20
Compensation range - $5760.00 - $6480.00
Maryland:
MUSIC LEADER
St. George’s Episcopal Church Seeks Music Leader
St. George’s Episcopal Church in Glenn Dale, Maryland is searching for a Music Leader to oversee the musical aspects of the Sunday services to create meaningful, creative, and faithful worship. This is a 10 hour per week position; the primary responsibilities are leading the congregation in music during worship, accompanying the service and hymns on the piano, and preparing and conducting the Sunday service singers and the anthem choir. A link to the complete job description can be found on the St. George’s website: stgeorgesglenndale.org.
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and resume, electronically or by mail, postmarked on or before June 24, 2017. Please e-mail application materials to office@stgeo.comcastbiz.net or mail them to St. George’s Episcopal Church, c/o Timothy Dangel, P.O. Box 188, Glenn Dale, MD 20769.
St. George’s Episcopal Church is a member of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington.
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC AND ORGANIST
Saint Bernadette Catholic Church in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a full time director of music and organist. The ideal applicant will have a strong background in choral conducting, organ performance, service playing, and a thorough knowledge of the Roman Catholic liturgy and its musical tradition. The applicant should be enthusiastic about engaging the parish community and promoting and expanding the music program through personal interaction and social media. The ability to use Microsoft Office and a music notation software (e.g. Finale or Sibelius) is also essential.
The director of music would be responsible for the following duties:
- Communicate with pastor on a regular basis regarding the liturgical and musical needs
of the parish. - Plan, play, and, when applicable, conduct for all parish liturgies involving music. This
includes four weekly liturgies, major feast days, weddings, funerals, confirmation, first
holy communion, and graduation, and Thanksgiving. - Hold weekly rehearsals for the three choral ensembles (youth choir [4th-8th grade], 9am
parish choir, and 11am schola cantorum). - Generate clear and esthetically pleasing worship leaflets for all liturgies with music.
- Arrange instrumental parts for hymns and service music on special feasts.
- Oversee the maintenance of the organ.
- Manage the scheduling of four professional section leaders and, when necessary,
additional/substitute singers and instrumentalists. - Communicate regularly with director of finance about payment of section leaders and
other payed musicians. - Maintain music library and archives.
Please email cover letter and resume to parish@stbernadetteschurch.org.
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
Colesville Presbyterian Church (CPC), Silver Spring, Maryland
Time of contract: To begin no later than August 2017. Job performance and satisfaction reviewed annually as a basis for extending contract.
Job description:
- Direct weekly rehearsals for adult choir and worship band and maintain music library
- Direct music for 11am traditional Sunday worship service on all Sundays when the adult choir sings (2-3 Sundays/month, with other coverage provided by Assistant Director of Music)
- Direct music for weekly 9am contemporary Sunday worship service
- Play keyboard or guitar in worship band for 9am contemporary service as needed
- Responsible for actively recruiting choir and band members
- Responsible for arranging substitute choir director and substitute worship band director in consultation with the Worship Committee when unavailable
- Responsible for procurring musicians for special music
- Oversee maintenance of piano, organ, band instruments and sound equipment maintenance
- Report to Head of Staff/Senior Pastor and attend weekly staff meetings
- Work closely with Assistant Director of Music and supervise him/her as directed by Head of Staff
- Work collegially with all church staff, be a team player
Part-time, 20-25 hours per week - 2 Sunday services, 2 weekly rehearsals, 4 special services (Maundy Thursday, three Christmas Eve services), funerals and weddings
Compensation:
- $2,500 per month
- 2 weeks of paid vacation
- Sick leave as needed
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CPC will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. CPC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. For nonexempt employees, CPC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of faith affiliation.
Please submit cover letter and resume via email to Colesvillechurch@verizon.net (subject line “Director of Music Search”).
Review of applications will begin May 15, 2017, and will continue until position is filled.
RequirementsQualifications:
- Bachelor of Music required, but Masters preferred
- 5+ years of church music experience
- Proficient in piano and organ (CPC uses a Tracker organ)
- Proficient in choral, vocal and directing technique
- Ability to choose appropriate music for the adult choir and direct them in rehearsal and during worship services
- Ability to choose appropriate music for the worship band and direct them in rehearsal and during worship services
- Must be able to work in a team environment with colleagues in ministry and office staff
- Understand and be guided by the Presbyterian Association of Musicians Code of Ethics
ORGANIST/PIANIST
Calvary Lutheran Church Silver Spring, Maryland
Organist/Pianist
Seeking an organist/pianist for Blended Liturgical Lutheran Service.
3 Manual Rodgers Organ
1908 Steinway C (New York) - truly a destination recital instrument
Zuckermann Harpsichord (1 man. 8’, 4’)
Salary negotiable and based on experience/education
(AGO American Guild of Organists / ALCM Association of Lutheran Church Musicians guidelines)
Requirements
1 weekly Sunday service
1 weekly choir rehearsal (Sept.-May)
Additional special services (Advent, Christmas, Lent, etc. approx. 15)
Must be able to play and lead a wide variety of worship music on organ and piano.
Virginia:
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
First Presbyterian Church, Arlington
Description:
First Presbyterian Church of Arlington is looking for an energetic director of music to shepherd its active and beloved music efforts. This person serves as organist as well as conductor for the adult and children’s choirs. Located in the heart of Arlington, VA, our church believes music enriches our faith and brings us closer together and to God. The music director would be our shepherd in sustaining and expanding a quality music program, from Sunday services to special events. The part-time position (25-30 hours per week) includes competitive salary in the range of about $40,000-$45,000 and certain benefits, such as personal leave and continuing education stipend.
Requirements:
Degree in music performance or music education, including classical and/or sacred music training, or similar educational training. Ability to provide organ and piano accompaniment while conducting a choir. A desire to develop a traditionally-based music program that provides a broad selection of music. An openness to becoming a leading member of our church family.
To Apply:
If this opportunity strikes the right note with you, please send your resume and a cover letter to Michael Bruno at First Presbyterian Church, Arlington, at music2017@fpcarlington.org.
WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
INTERIM DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES
JOB DESCRIPTION
Contact: DMSearch@wpc-alex.org
Music at Westminster Presbyterian Church is a disciplined and traditional program, with music presented by a 30-voice adult chancel choir, two large children’s choirs and two handbell ensembles. Instrumental accompaniment in the chapel is a 2008 Allen “Protégé” electronic organ (2-manual/28 stops). The main sanctuary has both a 2007 Steinway Grand Model B piano and a 1965 Moeller pipe organ (3-manual/57 stop/32 memory levels / 46-ranks). The Interim Director of Music Ministries is either a part-time or full-time (depending upon scope of responsibilities and skills) member of the professional staff of Westminster, responsible to the Pastor/Head of Staff and the Session of the church (via the Personnel Committee).
Routine duties. The Interim Director attends the weekly staff worship planning meeting and monthly full staff meetings, provides musical support as organist/pianist for all regular and special services, weddings (including rehearsals, if asked), and funerals. The Interim Director will direct and accompany the chancel choir as well as soloists (vocal and instrumental) and conduct choir rehearsals every Thursday (except during the summer months) as well as Sunday mornings before the appropriate service. The Interim Director should oversee the maintenance and tuning of all installed musical instruments.
Additional musical duties. If able, the Interim Director should plan music for the Westminster handbell ensembles and rehearse these ensembles on a regular basis. An Interim Director of Children’s Music Ministries is in place to oversee the children’s choirs, but the Interim Director would ideally provide accompaniment for the children’s choirs’ rehearsals and Sunday performances.
Worship planning. The Interim Director should attend and support Worship & Music Committee meetings, and coordinate with the pastors to integrate traditional worship music with the scriptures and lessons. Where needed, the Interim Director should advise on matters pertaining to the music budget, and manage the expenditure of funds approved for the music program.
Qualifications. The position of Interim Director of Music Ministries requires a Bachelors degree in Music, and it is preferred that candidates have a Masters degree in music, conducting, sacred music, or piano/organ performance. A high level of proficiency in piano and organ performance is essential. The Interim Director must be proficient in choral conducting, service planning, service playing, and as an accompanist. The Interim Director should also have experience in preparing volunteer vocalists across a broad range of proficiency, age, and personality. Westminster also prefers the Interim Director have proficiency in children’s music education, handbell ensemble direction, and music arrangement. The Interim Director must have a working knowledge of modern office processes, including email and word processing, and should be proficient in music notation software as well as image-processing software. The church also prefers applicants to this position of have at least five years of experience in the key required skills.
ORGANIST
St. Francis Episcopal Church, Great Falls, Virginia
The Parish of St. Francis Episcopal Church, Great Falls, Virginia seeks a part-time organist to begin service on July 1, 2017 or as soon thereafter as possible. Reporting to the the Director of Music, the appointee will be responsible for the following duties:
- Providing organ accompaniment, which includes, hymns, service music, preludes, postludes, accompaniment of anthems and other covering music for the principal liturgies of the Parish. These liturgies include but are not limited to the principal Sunday morning liturgy (10:00 am) throughout the year, Christmas, Holy Week and other special liturgies as required by the Music Director or Rector of the Parish. The organist will have first right of refusal for weddings and funerals.
- Providing organ accompaniment for the St. Francis Choir at the Sunday and special liturgies.
- Assisting the Music Director at the weekly choir rehearsal held during the program year (September-May) on Thursday evenings from 7:30-9 pm and at the Sunday, 9:15 am choir warm before the liturgy.
Organ: 2 manuel, full pedal, 13 rank Randall Dyer Pipe Organ updated in 2004
Compensation for the Part-Time Organist will be based on Diocesan guidelines.
Interested candidates should respond in writing to this announcement to:
Larry Vote, Director of Music levote@smcm.edu or
St. Francis Episcopal Church
9220 Georgetown Pike
Great Falls, Virginia
22066
ATTENTION: Organist Position
MINISTER OF MUSIC
Trinity Episcopal Church Arlington
Description
Due to a family medical crisis, our wonderful minister of music had to resign leaving us in need of an organist/pianist/choir director with diverse experience in sacred music. We are a singing multicultural congregation that loves to do all types of music. We include music as part of one Sunday service (10:30 am) with choir rehearsals Sunday morning (9:15 am) and an occasional weekday evening (7:30–9:00 pm).
Our Minister of Music is responsible for selecting congregational hymns, choir anthems, preludes and postludes in collaboration with the pastor and for ensuring compliance with copyright regulations. S/he provides music leadership for Sunday worship, special services, funerals & weddings. Ideal candidate will enjoy nurturing the talents of a devoted 8-10 member volunteer choir and will be experienced in offering a blended musical style that fosters an uplifting and enlivened worship experience. Proficiency in organ and piano preferred and comfort using a wide assortment of instruments in worship (including drums, bells, trumpet, flute, and maracas shakers) a must. Ability to direct a handbell choir a plus.The church is equipped with Model MDS Allen organ (installed 1991) that includes Ensoniq Model SD-1 synthesizer, a Yamaha keyboard and four octave set English handbells.
To Apply
Send your resume with accompanying cover letter and salary requirements to the Rev. Kim Coleman via email or to Trinity Episcopal Church, 2217 Columbia Pike, Arlington, Virginia, 22204, 703/920-7077 for immediate consideration. Average 12-16 hours per week. Salary commensurate with experience and job specifications.
Requirements
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Music or related field. Coursework and at least 5 years of experience in organ performance as well as choral and instrumental conducting may satisfy degree requirement. Proficiency in organ and piano accompaniment with adeptness in transposition and improvisation desired. Ability to cantor a plus.
