Charlotte Chapter
American Guild of Organists
Professional Opportunities
Fort Jackson Army Base, Columbia, SC
Organist/Music Director
The Roman Catholic Musician (RCM) will provide professional piano and organ accompaniment for Masses, rehearsals, and special services. This role is essential in supporting the Roman Catholic Chaplain and parish community at Fort Jackson by enhancing worship through sacred music, ensuring full and active participation of the congregation in line with liturgical traditions. The Roman Catholic Musician will: • Provide piano and organ accompaniment for weekly Sunday Masses, including preludes, postludes, offertories, Communion, and hymn support. • Participate in weekly Mass rehearsals, collaborating with clergy and choirs to prepare music selections. • Perform at special services, including High Holy Days, seasonal celebrations, memorials, and funerals, as directed. • Attend and support special service rehearsals in coordination with the Chaplain and COR. • Arrive punctually (15 minutes before services/rehearsals) and maintain a professional demeanor in all activities. • Ensure music services meet the standards outlined in the Command Master Religious Program (CMRP). Education and/or Experience Required: • Demonstrated proficiency in piano and organ performance within Roman Catholic liturgical music traditions. • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Roman Catholic worship settings (requirement may be waived with proven skill and experience). • Strong understanding of Roman Catholic liturgy and sacred music. • Ability to work collaboratively with chaplains, staff, and choirs. • U.S. citizenship and ability to successfully complete background checks/security clearances. Preferred Skills: • Formal training in sacred music, liturgy, or a related field. • Experience leading choirs, ensembles, or music groups. • Familiarity with adapting repertoire to diverse congregational needs. To apply, submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your experience in Roman Catholic liturgical music and parish support here. 4-6 hours/wk, $400-500 per Sunday.
Calvary Lutheran Church, Concord, NC
Organist
Play for 11:00 Traditional Worship Service and special seasonal services, Accompany Chancel Choir for service and rehearsals(Sunday 9:45 am). 3 hours/wk, salary negotiable.
Idlewild Presbyterian Church, Memphis, TN
Director of Music Ministry & Organist
Click here for job description. 40 hours/wk, $75,000+ with generous benefits.
Mt. Moriah Lutheran Church, China Grove, NC
Organist/Music Director
We are seeking someone who; has experience in church music leadership. Is comfortable leading both traditional and contemporary music. Enjoys working with Volunteers of all ages. Is organized, dependable, and encouraging. Can rehearse weekly and lead music on Sunday Mornings. Is able to play both the piano and pipe organ. Can direct the adult choir, can lead the handbell choir and can guide and coordinate a praise & worship band. Desires to help plan and lead a meaningful Christ centered service each week. Part time, salary negotiable.
St. Alban's Episcopal Church, Davidson, NC
Organist/Director of Music
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church is a joyful and growing parish that values beautiful sacred music as an integral part of our worship of God. We are seeking a skilled and faithful musician to serve as Organist and Music Director. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues as they lead and support the parish’s worship life through excellence in music that is both diverse and grounded in the Anglican/Episcopal liturgical tradition. The Organist/Music Director will serve as principal organist for all regular and special services, direct and develop the parish choir(s), and foster the musical life of the congregation. Email for full job description.
St. Martin's Episcopal Church, Charlotte, NC
Soprano Section Leader
At St. Martin’s Episcopal Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, music is an integral part of our worship. We are currently auditioning gifted soprano vocalists to join our choir as a paid staff singer serving as a musical anchor to enhance our committed and enthusiastic volunteer singers. Our parish is home to a richly singing congregation, a growing choral program, and a dynamic worship environment. Our choir offers a wide genre of music enriching every Sunday morning service and special liturgical celebration. Paid staff singers play a vital role in the musical life of our choir. They provide confidence with leading voices within their respective vocal sections, support to volunteer singers, and help sustain the choir’s musical integrity throughout the liturgical year. This role involves a regular commitment to Thursday evening rehearsals, one Sunday morning service, one Christmas Eve service, and Holy Week and Easter services (Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil and Easter Sunday), as well as other additional rehearsals, feast days, and special services (ex. Advent Lessons & Carols) throughout the year. Ideal candidates will bring strong vocal technique, excellent intonation, and solid sight- reading skills. We value musicians who are reliable, flexible, and able to work collaboratively with the organist/choirmaster and other music ministers. If you are interested in sharing your gifts and talents in a warm and welcoming church community, we would love to hear from you. Serious candidates will be supplied with a full job description. Please contact Joe Master. Organist/Choirmaster, at joe@stmclt.org to schedule an audition or for more information. We would love to sing with you! At least 2 calls/wk, $50/call.
Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hickory, NC
Director of Music & Primary Musician
Director of Music plans and prepares songs/anthems and music for weekly worship services, directs the Chancel Choir, and supports Handbells & Youth choirs. The Primary musician plays organ/piano for services and special occasions. The combined position will work closely with the Pastor in coordinating weekly services. The Director will work with area colleges to select 3-4 Choral Scholars to support the church choirs and handbells. Prefer someone with a Bachelor's Degree in Music or Sacred Music. Salary depends on years of experience in the field of church music. 30 hrs/wk. $20,000-30,000.
Central United Methodist Church, Monroe, NC
Director of Music Ministries
Central United Methodist Church is seeking a Director of Music Ministries. Our vision is to be One Body In Christ, Connecting with God, with Each Other, and with our Community. Central is a medium-sized congregation that offers three weekly worship services, including Modern, Traditional, and Dinner Church services. Our music ministry consists of a chancel choir, praise band, youth & children's choir, handbell choir, and special music groups. The Director of Music Ministries would be expected to be the primary organist (Casavant Pipe) and/or keyboardist for the various music ministry groups.
Salary level is based on education and experience. We welcome those who are called to provide leadership of a music ministry team and serve with a church whose calling is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Please provide a cover letter, your resume, and three references, including one supervisor, to Phil Apple via email below. You can also view the full job description and visit Central's Music Ministry website page to learn more. Full-time.
Calvary Church, Wadesboro, NC
Organist-Pianist-Choirmaster
Full-time position. Chooses music and plays for 11 a.m. Sunday services, conducts weekly choir practice and plays for special services, weddings, funerals, etc. Familiarity with Episcopal traditions is preferred. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Calvary has a Gabriel Kney pipe organ built specifically for the church and dedicated in 1989. Our piano was made by Boston Pianos. Calvary Parish provides a welcoming, holy place encouraging spiritual growth and care to all in the tradition of the Episcopal Church. We are designated a Living Historic Church by the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina. Services on the fifth Sunday are held at All Souls’ Episcopal Church in Ansonville. Salary commensurate with experience.
Van Wyck Presbyterian Church
Director of Music
Collaborate with the pastor and choir to glorify God and provide musical support and content to Sunday morning worship and occasional services; play the organ and piano and lead the Adult Choir. 5-7 hours per week. $10,000 per year.
Trinity United Methodist Church, Kannapolis, NC
Organist-Pianist
Play piano and/or organ for Sunday morning worship services. Accompany adult choir in weekly services, mid-week rehearsals & Sunday morning warm-up under the direction of the Director of Music & Worship Arts. Play for weddings & funerals as available (additional pay) Salary Range & Benefits : $15,000-20,000; 4 weeks paid vacation annually after six months.
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Morning Star Lutheran Church, Matthews
Minister of Music
Full time position responsible for two Sunday services, directing adult choir, and instrumental ensembles. Support worship planning and accompany worship services. Full job description upon request. Salary in line with NC Synod ELCA guidelines for Ministers of Word and Service.
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