The Episcopal Church of St. Mary in Falmouth, Maine welcomes applications for a Director of Music. We seek an exceptional organist and choir director with a master’s degree or equivalent experience who is skilled in hymn playing, and in preparing, conducting, and accompanying an experienced and dedicated choir with paid section leaders. The applicant should be familiar with and understand the liturgy of the Episcopal Church and the role of music in supporting worship. The individual should have expertise in traditional and modern choral and organ repertoire. St. Mary’s maintains a music library and is eager to support its expansion along with growth of the music program, simultaneously which builds on our traditions and exploring new ideas. The ideal candidate should have an interest in including a broad range of music styles for the choir and congregation including the acquisition of newly published music from across the world.
Candidates must possess a high level of leadership, organization, courteous communication skills, and must be able to work collaboratively with clergy and other church leaders.
Core Duties and Responsibilities include:
Play the organ and lead choir during one weekly Sunday service
Lead choir in two weekly rehearsals (one prior to Sunday service)
Program liturgically appropriate musical repertoire, including hymns, for weekly worship
Collaborate with clergy in the planning and leadership of occasional special services such as evensongs, All Souls Requiem, Lessons and Carols, Ash Wednesday, and Holy Week
Supervise routine maintenance of St. Mary’s instruments
Consult with clergy for funerals and weddings held at the parish
Maintain and develop section leader relationships
Steward the music library
Participate in staff meetings and planning retreats
Explore opportunities for further periodic or regular musical events at St. Mary’s, such as concerts or new liturgical offerings like Compline
Details
This position is 25 hours a week. Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes paid time off and continuing education.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until December 7th. Those interested in the position should submit a CV, cover letter and link to a video recording of organ playing to The Rev. Gregory J. Baker at [email protected]
