Organist

Archdiocese of Philadelphia•West Chester, PA

44d•Onsite

About The Position

To enhance the worship experience of St. Max Parish by: Providing organ and piano accompaniment for Choirs and Cantors Contribute to fostering the art of musical liturgy Demonstrate proficiency in the following key areas: Organ and piano accompaniment in both traditional and contemporary styles Knowledge of Roman Catholic Liturgy

Requirements

Organ and piano accompaniment in both traditional and contemporary styles
Knowledge of Roman Catholic Liturgy

Responsibilities

Provide accompaniment for: Weekend Masses as scheduled (4:00 p.m. Saturday, 9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday)
Choir rehearsals as scheduled
Holy Days of Obligation
Seasonal liturgies during Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter
Parish and School Penance services, Secular holidays as scheduled
Any other parish services, as needed
Ability to work in partnership with Director of Music and parish leadership/staff
Assist in maintaining musical instruments and resources
Availability for Weddings and Funerals, Coordinate with cantor, contact other instrumentalists if needed. Compensation for these services is from the families; the accompanist is contracted with them
Provide prelude and postlude music as needed/requested
Prepare weekly music for other accompanists in binder
Pull hymn numbers for board and set up in advance of Vigil Mass
Rehearse with Cantors prior to Mass or at a separate rehearsal during week, as needed.