What are the responsibilities and job description for the Church Organist position at Annville Church of the Brethren?
Job Summary:
Annville Church of the Brethren is seeking a skilled and dedicated Church Organist to enrich our worship services through music and accompaniment of the choir. The ideal candidate will have a deep appreciation for sacred music, strong organ-playing skills, willingness to play piano when needed and the ability to collaborate with the choir, worship team, and church leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Provide organ and piano music for Sunday worship service, special services (e.g., Christmas, Easter), and other church events.
- Accompany congregational singing, choir anthems, and soloists.
- Select and prepare and perform appropriate prelude, offertory, and postlude music.
- An ideal candidate would rehearse with the choir once a week in season. September through May.
- Report any maintenance needs of the organ.
Qualifications:
- Proficiency in playing the organ and piano.
- Familiarity with traditional and contemporary sacred music.
- Experience accompanying choirs and congregational singing.
- Ability to work collaboratively with clergy, choir directors, and church staff.
- A commitment to supporting the spiritual and worship life of the congregation
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $145.00 - $200.00 per week
Expected hours: 4 – 6 per week
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Ability to Commute:
- Annville, PA 17003 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Annville, PA 17003: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $145 - $200