Catholic Musician

Overview Musician accompanist responsible for providing musical accompaniment for Catholic Masses, liturgies, and special services. Part-time role collaborating with the Catholic Music Director and Catholic Priest to select appropriate liturgical music and support worship experiences.

Responsibilities

Provide musical accompaniment for Catholic Masses, liturgies, and special services

Play piano or organ for congregational singing, choir performances, and other musical elements during worship

Collaborate with the Catholic Music Director and Catholic Priest to select appropriate liturgical music

Attend and participate in weekly choir rehearsals

Accompany special liturgical celebrations, including Christmas, Easter, Holy Days of Obligation, weddings, and sacramental ceremonies

Assist in maintaining a high standard of musical quality, ensuring a prayerful and reverent worship experience

Prepare prelude, offertory, and postlude music that aligns with the liturgical calendar and Mass structure

Comply with copyright laws when selecting and performing music

Maintain the chapel’s musical instruments, ensuring proper care and usage

Qualifications / Requirements

Strong familiarity with Catholic liturgical music, traditions, and worship practices

Proficiency in playing piano and/or organ, with the ability to sight-read, transpose, and develop musical accompaniment

Minimum of two years of experience as an accompanist in a Catholic church or similar setting

Ability to collaborate with choir directors, clergy, and other musicians to enhance the worship experience

Job details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Design, Art/Creative

Industries: Internet Publishing

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