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Abingdon Episcopal Church
4645 George Washington Memorial Highway
White Marsh VA 23061
Seeking a part-time Minister of Music to lead its music ministry and oversee the Arts at Abingdon concert series. This position includes serving as organist and choir director for one Sunday morning service and a weekly adult choir rehearsal. The volunteer choir of 8-14 members sings music from traditional church repertoire and uses paid soloists a couple of times a year. The organ is a 25-rank Walker tracker organ installed in 1989 and refurbished in 2022. Qualified candidates should have strong musical skills, experience leading church music programs, and a passion for enriching worship and community life. Familiarity with Episcopal liturgy and the Anglican musical tradition is preferred. Salary is $35,000-$45,000 depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include: 4 weeks paid vacation, participation in The Episcopal Church Lay Retirement Plan, sabbatical and longevity programs, access to Episcopal Medical Trust insurance options, and use of church facilities and instruments for private lessons. To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to: The Rev. Sven vanBaars, rector@abingdonchurch.org. For a full position description, visit www.abingdonchurch.org.
Huguenot Road Baptist Church
10525 W Huguenot Rd
North Chesterfield, VA 23235
Seeking Part-time Organist to provide organ and piano accompaniment for scheduled worship services, choir rehearsals, and special occasions in support of the music ministry. Primary duties include playing preludes, offertories, postludes, and accompaniments for weekly rehearsals with the Chancel Choir and other ensembles, as well as occasional organ concerts and demonstrations. Additional services throughout the year include Baccalaureates and other special events; the organist has first refusal and separate fee arrangements for weddings and funerals. Two manual Reuter organ, recently revoiced, and piano. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency on both pipe organ and piano/keyboard, strong sight-reading skills, and the ability to lead congregational song and conduct rehearsals when needed; improvisation skills are highly desired. Salary range: $20,000 to $24,000/year. Position reports directly to the Associate Pastor for Music, Worship, and Community, with annual performance reviews by the pastor and Human Resources Team. Applicants must successfully complete a background and credit check. Interested candidates should submit application materials to Michelle Graham at michellegraham91@gmail.com. For full position details and application inquiries, call 804-229-9241.
First English Lutheran Church
1603 Monument Avenue
Richmond, VA, 23220.
Seeking part-time Music Director and Organist for one liturgical-style Sunday morning worship and weekly adult choir rehearsal, with four paid section leaders. Other ensembles include handbell and youth choirs, which provide music for special services throughout the year. Other services annually include Ash Wednesday, Lenten and Holy Week, Advent to include Nativity Pageant, and Christmas Eve. The Music Director and Organist has first refusal for weddings and funerals. Allen Renaissance custom digital organ and two baby grand pianos. Candidates should be familiar with traditional sacred music and hymnody as well as more modern hymns and worship music arrangements. Salary range: $36,000 to $42,000/year with four weeks paid vacation and professional dues. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter describing their experience to office@felcrichmond.org. A full job description can be provided by emailing or calling 804-355-9185.
First English Lutheran Church
1603 Monument Avenue
Richmond, VA, 23220.
First English Lutheran Church is seeking a paid Tenor section leader for one weekly rehearsal and one Sunday morning traditional liturgical service per week, for a choir season that runs from the beginning of September through the beginning of June. Season Salary approximately $5,625 ($150 for rehearsal and Sunday service each week, plus $75 for additional services such as during Holy Week). The church is located at the intersection of Lombardy (Stuart Circle) and Monument Avenue. Interested candidates should contact Erin Stuhlman, Interim Choir Director, at erin.stuhlman@gmail.com.
Campbell Memorial Presbyterian Church
3712 Weems Road
Weems, VA, 22576.
Seeking part-time Traditional Music Director for one Sunday morning 11:00AM worship service, and special service throughout the year, including Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, the Nativity Pageant, Christmas Eve, and other services as needed.The Music Director may be an organist or a pianist. Responsibilities include selecting music in consultation with the Pastor, coordinating occasional choir, solo, and instrumental music, recruiting and encouraging volunteer musicians when needed, and collaborating with the Contemporary Music Director and church committees on special services and community events. Instruments include a 3 manual hybrid pipe/electonic organ and a Mason and Hamlin grand piano. First refusal is available for weddings and funerals, which average 3-4 per year. Candidates should be familiar with traditional sacred music and hymnody. Annual salary range $15,000-$18,000 per year and 4 weeks paid vacation, Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter describing their experience and interest in serving Campbell Memorial Presbyterian Church. Contact Joel Morgan, joel.morgan@campbellchurch.net
St. John’s Episcopal Church
12201 Richmond Street
Chester, VA, 23831
Seeking a tenor section leader. Weekly calls are on Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings with occasional extra calls throughout the year (Christmas Eve, Holy Week, etc) Compensation is $600 per month and the individual is paid as an independent contractor. Contact Aubrey Lindsey at 804-748-2182 or alindsey@stjohnschester.com