Church Musician (PT)

Binghamton, NY
Type: Lay
Posted May 24, 2023
Job Title
Church Musician
Name of church or organization
Trinity Memorial Episcopal Church
Location
Binghamton, NY
Job Description
Trinity Memorial Episcopal Church, Binghamton, NY seeks a highly skilled musician for the half-time position of Music Director to supervise an established and successful traditional music program at a medium size parish committed to excellence in music and liturgy.

The candidate would be expected to have earned a degree in music (organ and/or choral conducting), have experience in a church and/or academic setting, and have an ability to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

  1. Direct the total music program subject to the approval of the rector.
  2. Provide organ music for Sunday services and seasonal services.
  3. Prepare the choir to sing service music, hymns, and anthems.
  4. Prepare the Bell Choir for the presentation of music at occasional Sunday services and holidays.
  5. Supervise the selection and preparation of solos and other instrumental and vocal music for occasional and holiday usage.
  6. Prepare introductions, alternate harmonizations and descants for hymns.
  7. Provide music for funerals and weddings as requested at an additional fee.
  8. Supervise the maintenance of all musical instruments.
  9. Audition, hire, and supervise paid choral singers.
Type of Commitment
Half Time
Does this job pay?
Yes
Application Process
Letter of application, CV, a list of three references, and a link to a recent recording to be sent to John Chaffee, Chair, Church Musician Search Committee (chaffee@binghamton.edu).
Application Deadline
06/29/2023