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St. John's Anglican Church, Ancaster, ON (received May 4, 2012)
St. John's Anglican Church, 272 Wilson St. East, Ancaster, Ontario L9G 2B9, is receiving applications for the position of Organist and Director of Music to offer leadership in support of the worship and mission of St. John's, due to the retirement of the existing Director of Music after a long and mutually happy tenure. The liturgical pattern is Eucharistic, with resources largely drawn from the broader Anglican Communion. A musically literate parish, St. John's enjoys a growing mixture of established and new musical resources. Current duties include: playing and leading an SATB choir at 10 am Sunday worship, Holy Days, festivals; arranging seasonal evensongs and guest recitals; meeting with wedding couples and playing weddings; being on call for funerals; Thursday evening choir practices; meetings with clergy and staff; administration of copyright license; care of the church music library; a general spirit of support and participation in the worship, mission and fellowship of the community. The Parish is supportive of the potential for growth and development in the music ministry. Though hired by the Corporation (Wardens and Rector) the Director of Music is responsible to and reports to the Rector. Information about the 1988 Keates-Geissler organ is found at www.ancasteranglican.org. Excellent Kawai pianos are in the church and large choir room. RCCO scale will be used to establish remuneration to the qualified candidate. Position is currently 20 hours per week and participation in Pension and/or Benefits is available in consultation with central payroll of the Diocese of Niagara. Appropriate PRC, Screening and Professional Conduct protocols are applied in keeping with Diocesan Policy. Applications can be mailed or emailed to the church (admin@ancasteranglican.org) to the attention of the Rector, and will be received until June 30th, with a view to expedient interviews leading to a start date of Autumn, 2012.
Diocese of Hamilton & St. Theresa's Cathedral, Bermuda (received May 3, 2012)
Cathedral and Diocesan Director of Music, Diocese of Hamilton, Bermuda, St. Theresa’s Cathedral, Bishop Robert J. Kurtz, C.R.
The Catholic Diocese of Hamilton in Bermuda is seeking a Director of Music for St. Theresa’s Cathedral and for the Diocese of Hamilton. For St. Theresa’s Cathedral, the successful candidate will serve as Director of Music and Organist for all Parish and Cathedral liturgies and be responsible for the training of cantors, as well as the recruiting and directing of youth and adult choirs. For the Diocese of Hamilton, this position serves as Director of the Diocesan Choir and acts as a resource to the six parishes of the Diocese, and Mount Saint Agnes Academy, the only Catholic school in Bermuda, as needed. A degree in music is required, preferably an advanced degree in music and/or liturgy, with a minimum of five years experience. This position also requires excellent organ and piano skills, as well as proven abilities in choral conducting and voice. Personal qualities must include people skills, leadership abilities and organizational competence. Bermuda is a small mid-Atlantic island of approximately 68,000 people, of which 3,000 are practicing Catholics. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to develop a wide range of liturgical music programs on both Parish and Diocesan levels. Someone in transition would find this an ideal opportunity to further their skills and experience or wanting to continue in ministry after a demanding career. Send mail resumé and references to Bishop Robert J. Kurtz, C.R. at orcc@northrock.bm.
Christ Church Cathedral, Ottawa, ON (received April 19, 2012)
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF MUSIC. CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL OTTAWA seeks applications for the position of Associate Director of Music for its extensive music ministry. The Associate Director reports to the Dean and Wardens and is supervised by the Director of Music. Principal duties include the direction of the Cathedral Girls' Choir (artistic and administrative) and organ-playing responsibilities (service voluntaries, recitals, and accompaniment of the Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys). Preferred applicants will have significant choral-directing and accompanying experience, extensive familiarity with the liturgical ethos of the Anglican Church of Canada, and excellent references. This is a half-time position (average of 20 hours per week) with a salary range of $22,000 - $25,000 per annum with pension benefit and the option of group health benefits. A job description for this position is posted on the Cathedral’s website at http://ottawa.anglican.ca/cathedral/Employment.html. Applications can be presented in person or mailed to: The Very Reverend Shane Parker, Christ Church Cathedral, 439 Queen Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 5A6. Applications can also be delivered by e-mail to Dean Parker at shane-parker@ottawa.anglican.ca. ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 4PM TUESDAY, MAY 8TH, 2012. Applications selected for interviews will be informed by Friday, May18th. The interview process will take place between May 23 and June 6, 2012. The successful applicant will be required to produce an original copy of a recent police records check before a contract is authorized. The proposed start date is July 15, 2012.
Collier Street United Church, Barrie, ON (received April 19, 2012)
Collier Street United Church is seeking a part-time Music Director for our active and community-oriented congregation, located in Barrie, a vibrant and growing community located on the western shore of Lake Simcoe in the Central Portion of Southern Ontario. Our worship music is traditional with a blend of contemporary with our Music Ministry supporting and leading our congregation’s participation through hymns and instrumental accompaniment with the use of organ and piano. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the Music Ministry team working with our Organist in leading a dedicated Adult Choir of 30 members. This position also involves the development of our Children and Youth music program. This is a contract part-time position based on twelve (12) hours per week with a starting date of September 1, 2012. To view full job description please visit http://www.collierunited.ca. Please send your résumé with references to the attention of Music Director Search Committee, Collier Street United Church, 112 Collier St. Barrie ON, L4M 1H3 or by email churchoffice@collierunited.ca or fax 705-726-0774. Deadline for submissions is May 30, 2012.
Riverside United Church, London, ON (received April 18, 2012)
Riverside United Church is seeking a Music Director (Organist/Pianist, Choir Director). We are a growing, welcoming congregation and music is an essential part of our worship. The successful candidate will have a strong background in music and in teaching music, with enthusiastic leadership skills and the willingness to work within a team ministry and with people of all ages. Bell Choir experience is an asset. Permanent position, 16 hours per week, includes Thursday choir practices and Sunday services. The organ is a Shaw conventional electric pipe organ and the piano is a Yamaha grand with electronic capabilities. Please send resumes by April 30, 2012 to: Riverside United Church, 451 Dunedin Dr. London, ON N6H 3G9 or by email to sueanderson@bell.net. For more details please visit www.riverside.on.ca.
St. George's Anglican Church, Trenton, ON (received April 9, 2012)
Choir Director/Organist required for St. George's Anglican Church, Trenton, Ontario, to start July 1, 2012. The church features a newly restored (2010) dual manual, 18 stop, full foot-pedal, Edward Lye and Sons pipe organ and a Yamaha P250 Electronic Piano. There is a volunteer choir of 12 to 15 mixed voices that meets on Thursday nights for rehearsal. The musical menu at the church features a mix of traditional hymns (Common Praise hymn book of the Anglican Church of Canada) and contemporary music (Songs for a Gospel People, Taize and others). We also maintain a CCLI license and expect the choir director to access contemporary material. In addition to the choir, organ and piano there is a volunteer guitar accompanist most Sundays. The use of other instruments ( e.g. flute, violin ) and musicians is welcome. The organist's duties include playing for the weekly 10:00 a.m. Sunday Service, training and rehearsing the choir on Thursday nights (approximately 2 hours), playing for funerals and weddings and special Holy Days ( Christmas, Easter, Patronal Festival ), and choosing, in consultation with the Incumbent, the hymns and anthems to be sung. The successful candidate will be familiar with Anglican Liturgy (BCP and BAS) and Anglican church culture. Though hired by the Wardens (in consultation with the Incumbent) the Organist is responsible to and reports to the Incumbent. It should be understood that the musical programme is to support and enhance the worship life of the community at all times. The applicant will be required to submit and conform to the Screening in Faith protocol of the Diocese of Ontario (police background check, interview, review and signing of the Sexual Abuse Protocol ). Remuneration dependent on qualifications and experience. Applicants may contact the Wardens at stgeorgestrenton@ontario.anglican.ca, or phone: 613-394-4244, or The Anglican Churches of Quinte West, P.O. Box 21020, Trenton, Ontario, K8V 6S2. Office hours are 9 to 1, Monday thru Friday.
St. Michael's and All Angels Anglican Church, Pierrefonds, QC (received April 9, 2012)
St. Michael's and All Angels Anglican Church, Pierrefonds, QC, is seeking a Music Director commencing as of May 2012 to provide musical leadership in an active Montreal parish. Located in the West Island, we are a parish of approximately 120 families with a vibrant, active role in the community and a deep passion for music. We are seeking someone who is also vibrant and energetic with the capability to lead the congregation spiritually through music. The music director will be responsible for leading the congregation on Sunday mornings at an 8:00 am traditional service and a 10:00 am contemporary service. The selected applicant should be proficient as an organist and equally comfortable playing piano. The organ is a two-manual Allen Digital Organ. The applicant should also be able to provide leadership to an approximately 15-voice SATB choir as Choir Director during feast times in the liturgical calendar. Duties also include musical leadership of a Contemporary Praise Team with vocalists and instrumentalists, including guitarists and drums. A strong knowledge of Anglican music and liturgy, as well as the ability to select repertoire for both Choir and a Praise Team is important. This is a part-time position of approximately 10-12 hours a week. Remuneration will be commensurate with position hours and applicant experience. Deadline for applications is April 20, 2012. For more information and/or to apply, please contact st.michael@videotron.ca.
MacNeill Baptist Church, Hamilton, ON (received April 3, 2012)
Position available for a Director of Music at MacNeill Baptist Church, Hamilton, Ontario. For further information, please see www.macneillbaptist.ca.
St. Joseph of Nazareth Anglican Church, Bramalea, ON (received April 3, 2012)
Music Director/Organist Position
St. Joseph of Nazareth Anglican Church, Bramalea, Ontario invites applications for a part-time Music Director/organist position (approximately 10-12 hrs per week). Music is an integral part of our worship and liturgy. Duties will include playing at two services on a Sunday morning, working with a dedicated adult choir, conducting choir practice once per week, and nurturing and developing musical talents from within the congregation. There will also be occasional services during the week. The position requires someone who is competent in playing a 3-manual Cantor organ (electronic) and a Wm. Knabe & Co. baby grand piano. The Music Director/organist works closely with the Incumbent in the planning of all services. Familiarity with traditional and contemporary musical styles and a good understanding of the Anglican liturgy would be an asset. Salary is commensurate with RCCO scale. Please forward resume and covering letter to The Reverend David Bryant, 290 Balmoral Drive, Bramalea, ON L6T 1V6 or via e-mail: stjosephofnazareth@gmail.com.
St. Mark’s United Church, Scarborough, ON (received March 27, 2012)
At St. Mark's United Church, music is a vital means of expressing our faith and participating with each other in experiencing and celebrating the presence of God. St. Mark's is seeking a Music Director who will further encourage and nurture the congregation's participation in the music of worship and the expression of faith through hymn singing, choir leadership, and instrumental accompaniment. St. Mark’s United Church is an Affirming Ministry and is called to be a progressive, inclusive, life-affirming Christian community of faith within The United Church of Canada. Our membership includes a full range of ages. Our worship is designed to respond to and reflect this diversity. It is important that our music programme include traditional and contemporary components, the use of organ and piano, and the inclusion of other instrumental accompaniment. The congregation sings well and has been described as "musically progressive." We hope to develop both an adult and a children's choir and believe that there is the potential within the congregation to do so. To see a full description of the position, please visit www.st-marks.ca Interested candidates should send resume and letter of introduction to: musicdirector@st-marks.ca by May 1, 2012.
St. John’s Presbyterian Church, Cornwall, ON (received March 26, 2012)
St. John’s Presbyterian Church in Cornwall is currently accepting applications for the position of Organist and Musical Director. Our congregation has approximately 475 members with a dedicated choir of 16 members singing four part harmony. Our service reflects both traditional and contemporary styles of music. The church has a two manual Franklin Legge Organ and a baby grand piano both in excellent condition. We are looking for a musical director with choral leadership experience who will bring a variety of musical genres to the worship service, who is willing to work with other musicians and will encourage younger instrumentalists to share their talents with the congregation. Remuneration for this part time position will be consistent with RCCO guidelines. Please send your résumé to St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 28 Second St. East, Cornwall, Ontario K6H 1Y3 (613) 932-8693 or email our Search Committee Chair Johneen Everson at johneen@jrsr.com.
St. John’s Lutheran (ELCIC), Montreal, QC (received March 15, 2012)
St John’s Lutheran Church in downtown Montreal invites applications for a Music Director who will provide music leadership for the liturgy (primarily organ) and congregational singing at worship services, as well as directing a choir for special occasions such as Christmas and Easter. The candidate may have the opportunity to work with other professional musicians and participate in our Serenata concert series (www.sasj.ca) which presents two Bach cantatas per season. We are a multi-lingual, multi-generational congregation with weekly Eucharists in German and English according to up-to-date liturgical resources. We seek a candidate with proficient skills as an organist, an appreciation for the German-Lutheran musical heritage and our classical organ tradition, as well as an openness to collaborate in a range of musical styles. We use the current worship books of the Lutheran church in both the German and English services (Evangelisches Gesangbuch and Evangelical Lutheran Worship). This position allows for professional development and performance. Our church houses a 2 manual, Wolff tracker organ (1984); refer to our website for detailed information about the instrument. This is a part-time position with remuneration according to experience and qualifications as well as RCCO guidelines. Other benefits include an office, exclusive use of the organ, teaching rights, and paid holiday and sick leave. This position will be available as of September 1st. Send full résumé to stjohns@SaintJohnsLutheranMontreal.org no later than May 15. www.SaintJohnsLutheranMontreal.org
St. John's United Church, Elmvale, ON (received March 14, 2012)
St. John's United Church, Elmvale is seeking a creative, flexible and energetic Music Director who will work in consultation with our Minister, Choir and Worship Team. We are a medium, warm and welcoming congregation situated in cottage country with an enthusiastic choir. The successful candidate will have a proficiency in piano and keyboard and skills necessary to lead our ministry of music, which includes a mix of both traditional and contemporary. At the present time, our congregation enjoys the music of a Chickering Grand Piano and Clavinova Keyboard. This Contract part-time position is based on seven (7) hours per week. For a more in-depth description of this position, we invite you to visit our church website at www.unitedchurchelmvale.org. Are you excited about working with a congregation who understands the importance of celebrating, living out and spreading the message of Christ? If so, we invite you to submit your applications to scmclean@bell.net by May 15th, 2012.