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Positions Available
St. Francis Episcopal Church
2903 Cabezon Blvd. SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
St. Francis Episcopal is currently looking for a minister of music and an accompanist.
Church Accompanist
Looking for a proficient pianist to lead music on Sunday mornings for St. Francis Church (Rio Rancho). Sundays only, 9am-12noon. $150/Sunday, 48 Sundays a year + Christmas and Easter. You would receive music 1 month ahead of time in order to prepare. The musician needs to be versatile in styles, able to improvise a little bit, and comfortable accompanying a singing congregation. They will play a variety of styles: classical, 19th c. hymns, popular music, American spirituals, and jazz. Most of all they need to have an inclusive heart (we are an LGBTQ affirming congregation), an open mind, and be self-motivated.
Church Minister of Music
Looking for someone who is passionate about leading choral and congregational singing at St. Francis Church (Rio Rancho). This is a quarter time position with a salary of $13,000/yr. They will work Sundays, 9am-12noon, 1x/mo. staff meetings, and 1x/mo. meeting with the lead priest, as well as their own hours during the week selecting music and practicing. They need to have some knowledge of hymns and sacred music (but it need not be extensive). They will be in charge of planning and leading the hymns, solos, and choir pieces for the congregation, utilizing a diversity of styles: classical, 19th c. hymns, popular music, American spirituals, and jazz. They should be able to work with adults and also children and youth. Most importantly they need to have a passion for singing and leading song, an inclusive heart (we are an LGBTQ affirming congregation), flexible, able to collaborate, and self-motivated to find and learn new repertoire.
Contact Info: Father Alex Lenzo
Email: lenzoalexander@gmail.com
St. Francis Episcopal Church
2903 Cabezon Blvd. SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Name of Organization:Covenant United Methodist Church, 8510 Wyoming Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
(505) 822-8828
Contact Email:pastorlisablaylock@gmail.com
Website URL:http://covenantabq.church
Closing Date or Until Filled:until filled
Job Description (with dates if applicable):This part time pianist/accompanist position is to provide piano and organ accompaniment for all church worship functions as required, including church services, special services at Christmas and Easter, accompany the Sanctuary Choir, and meet regularly with Pastor/Director of Music to plan and rehearse. This person is a strong team player, and has a pivotal role in the musical life of the church.
Address(es) to which applicants should send application:Lisa Blaylock pastorlisablaylock@gmail.com
Other relevant info e.g. interview, audition, rehearsal dates, start date:We would love to fill this position as soon as possible. Familiarity with United Methodist hymnody is a bonus. Salary is weekly and negotiable based on experience. Currently the expectation is from 9:00 to 12:30 on Sunday morning for one service and choir rehearsal. Please contact Lisa Blaylock at pastorlisablaylock@gmail.com for more details.
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AGO Career Services Center
(permanent postings for career musicians)
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American Guild of Organists 