Job Summary

The Church Pianist will accompany the Chancel Choir for rehearsals and services, provide 2 piano offertories per month, play the hymns along with the organist, and prep the choir before services begin.

Support

The Pianist will support the traditional music and worship program of Central United Methodist Church.

Expectations

Work collaboratively with the Director of Traditional Music & Worship bringing creative expression into the traditional worship experience.

Essential Functions

Accompany the Chancel Choir for all rehearsals, including, but not limited to: Wednesday night rehearsals, Monday night sectional rehearsals (in preparation for Christmas and Easter)
Prepare the Choir Sunday mornings before the service begins
Help accompany hymns during the service, as needed
Provide 2 Offertories each month
Be a substitute for playing service music on piano when the organist is unavailable
May be called upon to play for funerals or weddings. The musician for a funeral will usually receive a gratuity from the family, and the musician receives a standard fee for weddings.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must have a high proficiency of piano performance
Demonstrate a high proficiency of choral accompaniment
Be a committed follower of Jesus Christ, seeking to know, love and serve God
Be a team player with all the staff and clergy, especially with the Director of Traditional Music & Worship
Exemplify the church’s values and uphold the staff policies
Have a servant’s heart as an artist and a missional drive toward building community within the Traditional Music and Worship Ministry as well as Central UMC and the community
Organ skills beneficial but not required

Supervision

The Church Pianist is Supervised by the Director of Traditional Music & Worship.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15,000.00 - $18,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 10 – 16 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off

Experience:

choral accompaniment: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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