Organist

Position Summary:

The organist of St. Andrew’s Anglican Church is responsible for leading congregational music during the worship services of the year, under the supervision of the Choirmaster. The organist should be able to promote congregational singing through careful and intentional interpretation of all congregational music. Additionally, the organist will strive to strengthen the congregation’s understanding of music and its use in worship.

• Prepare music for services, including but not limited to Morning Prayer, Holy Communion, and Evensong:
  Hymns, Preludes, Postludes, Music for Communion
• Prepare and serve as rehearsal accompanist for choir on Wednesday nights, Sunday mornings, and other times as called
• Secure substitutes, in collaboration with the Choirmaster, when needed
• Arrange for extra musicians in collaboration with the Choirmaster, when needed
• Maintain organ and pianos by scheduling necessary tunings and possible repairs when needed, in collaboration with the Choirmaster

• Play weddings and funerals as requested (paid by families), finding substitutes if needed
• Participate as accompanist for churchwide events not described above, when needed, or secure substitute if necessary
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by Choirmaster or Rector

• Bachelor’s degree in Music
• Proficiency in both organ and piano performance and literature
• Familiarity with liturgical worship

• Master’s degree in Music
• 5 or more years of experience serving in a church
• Experience with music composition and/or arranging
• Experience with other musical instruments

Send resumé to Dr. Jason Runnels, Choirmaster ().