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St. Jude's Anglican Church, Oakville ON (received March 10, 2010)
Director of Music and Assistant Organist/Pianist: St. Jude's is a lively Anglican parish of 500 families in downtown Oakville with a focus on communal worship, Christian formation, and outreach. We are currently seeking to fill two positions: Director of Music and Assistant Organist/Pianist. This church has a long history of musical excellence that honours the traditional Anglican repertoire and embraces what is best in contemporary church music. There are currently two sung Eucharists on Sunday: at 9:30, a family-oriented service with the Gloria Choir of mixed adult and children's voices and, at 11:00, a more traditional service with the St. Jude's Choir. The DIRECTOR OF MUSIC will direct the St. Jude's Choir and will collaborate with the Clergy, Assistant Organist/Pianist and Director of the Gloria Choir to ensure that all aspects of the music program enhance our worship together and engage the congregation in the Song of the church. The successful candidate will be: an accomplished organist, pianist and choir director; fully familiar with Anglican liturgy; knowledgeable about both traditional and contemporary church music; an effective collaborator. Salary will be based on qualifications and time commitment in accordance with the RCCO schedule. Applications for this position must be received by Thursday, April 7, 2010. The ASSISTANT ORGANIST/PIANIST will be an able organist and pianist and conversant with Anglican liturgy and music. He/she will work closely with the music director to rehearse the choirs and accompany services. This position will be filled after the Music Director has been appointed. Applications for this position must be received by Tuesday, May 4. 2010. Further information about St. Jude's, Oakville may be obtained on our website www.stjudeschurch.net or by contacting the Chair of the Search Committee through the church office at 905 844 3972 or office@stjudeschurch.net. To apply for either of these positions, send a letter of application and a full resume to the attention of the Search Committee, St. Jude's Anglican Church, 160 William Street, Oakville, Ontario L6J 1C5 by the deadline for that position.
Colborne Street United Church, London, ON (received March 10, 2010)
Colborne Street United Church invites applications for a Music Director with good team skills and spiritual creativity. The successful applicant should have a degree or diploma in music with experience in conducting SATB choirs and liaising with the varied musical resources within our congregation.
Colborne Street United Church is an urban congregation of 450 members that has celebrated its 150th anniversary and recently, amalgamation.
Colborne offers a dynamic, caring environment with professional grade musical resources: manual Woodstock pipe organ (1936), console reconstruction (Gabriel Kney) (1964) with Casavant console and tonal revisions (Dodington & Dodington) (1992) Young Chang grand piano (2000) and upright rehearsal pianos, two multi-octave sets of Schulmerich handbells, extensive choral library suitable for use with all ages and voicings.
Our sanctuary has excellent acoustics and music is a key component in the worship services. The church contains a wealth of talent, including a 40+ member SATB adult choir which rehearses and performs weekly. Services also include valuable contributions from children’s and youth choirs, hand-bell choirs, and instrumental and vocal soloists. Our vision includes the development of appropriate musical expression for Sunday School and Youth Groups.
This position is for an average of 20 hours per week, with compensation commensurate with experience.
The position is available July 1, 2010.
Please email your application to csuc.music.director.search@gmail.com, or to
Colborne Street United Music Director Search Committee,
746 Waterloo Street P.O. Box 50003 London, Ontario N6A 3W0.
Applications will be accepted until Thursday, April 15, 2010. Candidates may be requested to direct a choir rehearsal as part of the interview process. Be prepared to provide references upon request.
No phone calls to the church, please.
The Church of Saint Mary Magdalene, Toronto , ON (received March 10, 2010)
Invites applications for ASSISTANT ORGANIST and for a SUMMER MUSIC INTERN. Please submit your resume with names and contact information for two references to: The Wardens, Church of St. Mary Magdalene, 477 Manning Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M6G 2V8. Details of the positions may be obtained from our Music Director, Stephanie Martin by email at stmartin@yorku.ca.
Northminster United Church, Toronto, ON (received March 9, 2010)
Northminster United Church is seeking a skilled musician who is energetic, creative, flexible, and willing to work in a cooperative manner with our Minister and Worship Team to plan and provide a variety of music that enhances our worship services. The successful candidate will be competent in the use of a 2-manual Casavant organ and piano and be comfortable with a range of music from traditional to contemporary and global, along with the use of a variety of instrumentation. This person will provide musical leadership, direct SATB and youth choirs, encourage musical talent, nurture emerging musical groups within the congregation, and provide musical support to Christian Education initiatives. Our welcoming and inclusive congregation is located at Bathurst and Finch in Toronto. The salary for this position which averages 15 hours per week is commensurate with experience and RCCO scale. Please send applications to Music Director Search Team, Northminster United Church, 255 Finch Ave. W., Toronto, ON, M2R 1M8, or email to tamiko@davidbarker.ca.
St. Thomas the Apostle Anglican Church, Ottawa, ON (received March 5, 2010)
St. Thomas the Apostle Anglican Church, Ottawa is seeking the services of a part-time Organist and Pianist. The congregation of St. Thomas the Apostle values its well-established tradition of high quality music within a wide spectrum of music styles. Our church, which is known for its excellent acoustics, has a 20 member SATB senior choir, a 12 member junior choir, a 2 manual Keates pipe organ, and a Yamaha grand piano. The successful candidate will be expected to support the leadership of the Music Director. Responsibilities will include leadership at the organ and piano at one weekly Sunday morning service and on major Holy days, weekly accompaniment at the Thursday evening senior choir rehearsal, and the Sunday morning junior choir rehearsal. Essential qualifications include strong organ and piano skills and a willingness to work closely with a mutually supportive Ministry Team. Assets include familiarity with Anglican liturgy and music, experience as an accompanist, an appreciation of both traditional and contemporary music. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and time commitment in accordance with RCCO standards. Teaching privileges using church facilities are available. Please reply with a letter of application and resume to : The Search Committee, St. Thomas the Apostle Anglican Church, 2345 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1H 7M6 Email: stt2@magma.ca Telephone (613) 733-0336.
Glenview Presbyterian Church, Toronto, ON (received March 1, 2010)
Glenview Presbyterian Church invites applications for the position of Director of Music. We are seeking a candidate with a passion for music who will work collaboratively and creatively with the ministers, staff and congregation to shape a rich, varied and engaging music ministry. The ideal candidate will be an experienced church organist who is comfortable with a range of musical styles and who demonstrates strong musical skills and enthusiasm for choral conducting. Excellent “people skills” are critical to this position as is a working knowledge and love of reformed liturgy. Currently we have a 20+ voice adult choir with four paid soloists plus a children’s choir. There is a four manual Casavant organ, refurbished in 1993-94 by Guibault-Therien with a good variety of stops that suit many types of repertoire. This is a half time position with salary in compliance with RCCO guidelines. Applications are due by April 1, 2010 with interviews to be scheduled during April and May. Anticipated start date is September 1, 2010 or earlier dependent on the successful candidate’s availability. For information please contact the search committee convenor, Susan Evans at susanevans71@hotmail.com. Applications should include a letter of interest, resume and references. Mail may be addressed to: Music Search Committee, Glenview Presbyterian Church, 1 Glenview Avenue, Toronto, ON M4R 1P5. At Glenview, we feel strongly that music in worship is an integral part of our vision to transform lives.
To learn more of us, please visit our website: www.glenviewchurch.ca.
Port Hope United Church, Port Hope, ON (received February 25, 2010)
Port Hope United Church is seeking a director of music. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with both traditional and contemporary styles, and will encourage the congregation to embrace faithful expression through the introduction of new music in various styles with additional instrumentation. The music director will work in a close collaborative relationship with the ordained minister, under the direction of the Worship Committee. Duties will include one Sunday morning service weekly, Thursday evening choir practice, and weddings and funerals as required. Our instruments include a Casavant Pipe Organ and a grand piano This is a part time position requiring 10-13 hrs per week. Port Hope United Church will make studio space available for the successful candidate to teach vocal and/or instrumental music. Remuneration to be negotiated at time of offer using RCCO table of recommended salaries. For further information regarding this position in our historical church and to learn more about our community, visit our website: www.porthopeunitedchurch.com. Please submit covering letter and resume to Port Hope United Church, 34 South Street, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 1R8: Attention Ed Hoad or by email: phunited@bellnet.ca.
St. Luke’s Anglican Church, Mississauga, ON (received February 25, 2010)
St. Luke’s Anglican Church, Mississauga, Ontario is seeking an Organist to be part of our worship team. Ours is a blended musical programme of traditional and contemporary, choral and instrumental music. Saint Luke’s has a digital, two manual, Allan organ with full pedal board and an upright piano that are both used regularly in worship. The successful applicant will be familiar with both traditional and contemporary Anglican liturgy. They will work cooperatively with the Incumbent and the Director of Music and will be called upon to collaborate with other capable musicians within the congregation. They will be a positive person who is prepared to offer their abilities to enhance the music ministry of St. Luke’s. The successful applicant will play for our weekly Sunday morning sung Eucharist, and for special seasonal liturgies as they occur. Weddings and funerals will be subject to the organist’s availability. Participation in the mid-week rehearsal is not required, however participation at the Sunday morning pre-service choral warm-up is required. Remuneration for this position (maximum six hours per week) will be in accord with the RCCO guidelines. Inquiries and/or resumes may be directed to the attention of The Reverend Richard Miller at stlukes@eol.ca or 1513 Dixie Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5E 2P7.
Centretown United Church, Ottawa, ON (received February 24, 2010)
Centretown United Church is located at 507 Bank Street in Ottawa. We invite applications for a part time Director of Music. The contract will begin August 1, 2010 for 12-18 months with an option of extension. The major instruments are a well maintained 3 manual Hallman Pipe organ and a new Grand piano which the Director of Music will be responsible for the tuning and maintenance in cooperation with the Music committee. The candidate will be comfortable with a range of music including traditional/classical, gospel and contemporary and will encourage other instrumentalists to share in their gifts in worship. The combined SATB choir is approximately 8-10 individuals. The successful candidate will have a strong choral background, excellent leadership skills and will inspire and foster both the musical skills of this adult choir and the growth of the ministry in music at Centretown. The Director will also conduct an 8-10 person hand bell choir and act as a resource for volunteers who may be interested in leading a potential youth/children’s choir. The salary for this 14 hour/week position is commensurate with experience and the RCCO scale. Candidate must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience. Please refer to the Centretown United church website for more details. www.centretownunited.org. Applications can be submitted by e-mail to musicsearch@centretownunited.org or by regular mail to Centretown United Church, 507 Bank Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 1Z5. Closing date for applications is March 31, 2010.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Thunder Bay, ON (received February 23, 2010)
New Music Director Are you interested in serving in a vibrant and healthy church? St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Thunder Bay is looking for a new Music Director. We are seeking resumes from enthusiastic candidates who love church music, playing the organ, and directing a choir. We have an energetic choir of 14 regular members, and a new children’s choir. The position is for 10 hours per week, following the RCCO salary guidelines. We are open to growing the position. The Music Director provides music at the 10 am Sunday Service, as well as at special services throughout the year (e.g. Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Good Friday, Holy Saturday). We have a 2 manual Karn pipe organ, and a Samick grand piano. Please mail your resume to Mr. Boris Cham, St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 808 Ridgeway St., Thunder Bay, P7E 5H5, or fax to 1-807-625-9333, or e-mail Boris at: bcham@confederationc.on.ca. Deadline for applications is April 15, 2010. Please check out our website: www.stpaulsanglicanchurch.ca.
Centennial-Japanese United Church, Toronto, ON (received February 22, 2010)
Centennial-Japanese United Church in Toronto is seeking a Music Director who is an organist and pianist, with a background in both traditional and contemporary church music. The church has a Classic 2-manual electronic organ and a Yamaha baby grand piano. We are looking for a team player, who is comfortable with United Church ethos and theology. Approximately 6 hours per week. Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience. Start date September 1, 2010, or earlier. For a full position description, see our website, www.cjuc.org. Please send resume to cjuc@sympatico.ca, or to Search Committee, Centennial-Japanese United Church, 49 Bogert Ave., Toronto, ON M2N 1K4.
The Church of the Good Shepherd, Oshawa, ON (received February 17, 2010)
The Church of the Good Shepherd in Oshawa, Ontario, requires the services of an organist to play for the sung Holy Eucharist each Sunday at 11 a.m. plus additional services at Christmas, Easter and Holy Week. We are a member parish of the Anglican Catholic Church of Canada which in turn is affiliated with the world wide Traditional Anglican Communion. The liturgy used for services is from the Anglican Book of Common Prayer. For further information please contact the Rector, Fr. James Tilley at 905-429-2223 (home) or 905-433-2500 (church). E-mail fr.tilley_cotgs@sympatico.ca.
St. John’s United Church, Kemptville, ON (received February 12, 2010)
HELP WANTED - Choir Director: St. John’s United Church in Kemptville is seeking the services of a choir/music director. The position requires that you will provide direction and leadership to a senior and junior choir in a church that consists of about 200 families. The successful applicant will be a relationships-based individual with experience in both organ and piano accompaniment for an experienced senior choir (of about 20 members) and a small junior choir (of about 10 members, with adult volunteers providing some assistance). You would work closely with the minister who provides direction for hymns each week. Your minimum skills would need to be at least Grade 8 piano and a B.A. majoring in music would be an asset (or equivalent experience). You will be able to direct a choir, transpose and play in different keys along with the ability to play traditional, classical and modern music. You will also have experience as an accompanist playing for choirs and vocalists. You will need to possess good leadership qualities, an ability to be flexible and to be able to direct both adults and children. You will also need to have good planning skills along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team/congregation. Applications can be submitted with a resume to: Chair, M&P Commission, St. John’s United Church, P.O. Box 340, 400 Prescott Street, Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0 or by e-mail to stjohnsk@magma.ca, Attn: Chair, M&P Commission (with subject line “Choir Director Position”). This is a contracted position. We thank you for your interest in this position but only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Note: There will be a formal interview conducted that will also include a practical test on both the organ and electronic piano
Royal York Road United Church, Toronto, ON (received February 8, 2010)
Alto Section Leader/Soloist - Thur 7:30-9:30, Sun 10:00-11:30 + 4Concerts. Per Call Rate of $52 for 2010. The church has a strong music tradition. Send letter, resume and 2 references c/o Kelly Galbraith, Music Director. See website for full details. Royal York Road United Church, 851 Royal York Road, Toronto, ON M8Y 2V3 Phone: 416-231-9401, Fax 416-231-3188 Email: ryrchurch@rogers.com Web: www.royalyorkroadunited.ca.
Trillium United Church, Cambridge, ON (received February 8, 2010)
Music Director Position: Trillium United Church, located in Cambridge Ontario is searching for an enthusiastic musician with a musical soul and natural ability; comfortable with a wide range of music, focusing on contemporary styles with some traditional. The ideal candidate would be one who can play other instruments in addition to the piano. The ability to play the organ would be an asset but not a requirement of the position. A perfect complement to our staff and congregation would be one who is positive, adaptable, forward thinking and has a good sense of humor. The roles and responsibilities of this position include leading and directing a 12 voice volunteer choir, as well as smaller groups of soloists, quartets and double quartet. In addition, this person will lead a small praise band and work towards developing and leading a children’s choir. Growth of our music ministry will be encouraged to enhance our services. In addition to providing music for regular Sunday worship, the Music Director will work in conjunction with the Children’s Ministry Team in the development of a music program for the Church School. Compensation will be based on abilities and experience. This role will involve 14 hours per week but could evolve into additional hours as our music ministry grows. Please submit your resume with qualifications, experience and references to trilliumunitedchurch@golden.net or fax to 519-653-9124. Deadline for submissions March 15, 2010.
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Owen Sound, ON (received February 5, 2010)
Are you interested in serving in a vibrant church? St. Andrew’s is seeking candidates for the position of Director of Music. Position is permanent, part-time. Certain duties include: Providing music for weekly Sunday 10:30am Sanctuary worship, plus special seasonal services (e.g. Good Friday, Christmas Eve). Instruments are a three manual Allan digital organ and 7’ Kawai grand piano; Directing a 30+ four section Chancel Choir including soloists and ensembles; Selecting music and conducting Thursday evening and soloist/ensemble rehearsals; Providing music or supply for church weddings and funerals when required. Compensation commensurate with skills and experience. Information regarding St. Andrew's Owen Sound is available on our website: www.standrewsowensound.org. Full position description available on request. Questions and inquiries can be directed to the church at the contacts provided below. Please provide a resume of qualifications and experience. St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 865 2nd Ave. West, Owen Sound, ON Tel: 519-376-7886. Rev. Dr. Ted Creen, on behalf of the Ad Hoc Director of Music Committee. Deadline for applications is March 31, 2010.
Cooke’s-Portsmouth United Church, Kingston, ON (received February 3, 2010)
We are currently accepting resumes for the position of Organist to play at our worship services and choir rehearsals, using the Allen Electronic organ and piano as required, averaging 10 to 12 hours weekly. We have a Junior Choir and an adult Worship Choir with each Choir having its own Director. The Organist will be guided by, and assist, the Lead Minister and Choir Directors in the selection of traditional and contemporary music suitable for the season and theme of the service. Position available immediately. Salary is negotiable depending upon experience. We invite you to check our website at www.akingstonchurch.org. If you would like to be part of our enthusiastic Team Music Ministry, we would like to meet with you. Please contact Stuart Wilson at stuartwilson@sympatico.ca or mail or fax to Cooke’s-Portsmouth United Church, 200 Norman Rogers Drive, Kingston, ON K7M 2R4, Att'n: Stuart Wilson. (Fax 613-542-0058)
Bracebridge United Church, Bracebridge, ON (received February 2, 2010)
Organist/Choir Director position available: Bracebridge United Church invites applications for an Organist/Choir Director with good team skills and spiritual creativity. Our sanctuary has good acoustics and music is considered to be a key component in the worship services. Talented resources within the church include a high energy 20 member SATB senior choir with a mixture of trained and amateur singers who are able to sing a cappella music, a youth choir, capable pianists and substitute organists. Other directors provide leadership for three handbell choirs, an additional adult choir which performs monthly, and our Old Tyme Gospel Band. Our two manual Keates organ is well maintained. With two Sunday services much of the year, we have an appreciative congregation year-round. We have an established tradition of high quality traditional and contemporary music. This part-time position has approximately 13 hours per week, with salary based on RCCO guidelines. Position available immediately. Go to www.bracebridgeunitedchurch.ca for full information on the job description, music program, and church activities. Please send your resume with references, in confidence, by email to buc@bellnet.ca, or by mail to Bracebridge United Church, 46 Dominion St. N., Bracebridge, ON, P1L 2A5.
St. Jude’s Anglican Church, London, ON (received January 27, 2010)
St. Jude’s Anglican Church, London Ontario, has an immediate opening for a Music Director. Duties to include: direction of Adult, Youth and Junior choirs; playing one Sunday service at 10:00 a.m.; experience of liturgical music an asset; minimum of 10 - 12 hours per week. The church has a two-manual Casavant organ and piano. The successful candidate should have a background in commitment to both traditional and contemporary music. We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and outgoing individual with excellent communication skills. The salary is negotiable depending on qualifications and time commitment and will be in accordance with the RCCO standards. Please send complete resume to: The Rev’d. P. J. Uptgrove, The Church of St. Jude, 1537 Adelaide St N, London ON N5X 1K6 or email to: judean@allstream.net.
Martin Grove United Church, Toronto, ON (received January 20, 2010)
Wanted for Martin Grove United Church: An enthusiastic, spiritually motivated Organist/Choir Director for our 200 family congregation in northern Etobicoke (Martingrove Rd / West Humber Blvd.) with a small, joyful adult mixed choir. Applicant should be willing to work closely with a mutually supportive Ministry Team. Flexibility and familiarity with contemporary United Church music would be an asset. Stipend awarded to RCCO standards with one month off during the summer. The position is available immediately. Sunday Worship Service, 10:30AM; Thursday evening rehearsals; Special Services; Weddings, Funerals, etc. extra; Approximately 8-10 hrs./wk.; Two-manual electronic Rogers organ & Nordheimer piano. We look forward to receiving your application to become part of our team in our Church family. Please mail, e-mail, or Fax your resume to: Norm Hounsell, Martin Grove United Church, 75 Pergola Rd., Etobicoke, ON M9W 3K4. E-mail: martingroveuc@rogers.com Or norman.hounsell@sympatico.ca. Tel: (647) 208-1586, Fax: (905)366-3833.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Uxbridge, ON (received January 20, 2010)
St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Uxbridge, ON is seeking a Music Director to work with our choirs, contemporary music group and minister. We have a Senior Choir of 16 members and a growing Junior Choir, a Phoenix Digital three manual organ and a baby grand piano. The ideal candidate will have professional qualifications with well-developed piano, organ and choral conducting skills and a minimum of five years experience. The ideal candidate will also have a church music background with knowledge and appreciation of a diverse range of music and experience in planning and leading music to enrich weekly services. The new Music Director will have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and is expected to work well in a staff team setting. The position is expected to be 10 hours per week. Compensation will be based on ability and experience. Teaching privileges using church facilities are negotiable. Resumes will be accepted until April 15, 2010. Short-listed candidates will be invited to demonstrate their skills for the interview committee. The position begins September, 2010. For further information about St. Paul’s Uxbridge and a full job description, please go to our website at www.stpauls-uxbridge.ca. or phone 905-852-7016. Resumes may be sent to the attention of the Music Director Interview Committee at stpaulsuxbridge@yahoo.ca or St. Paul’s Uxbridge, P.O. Box 673, Uxbridge, ON. L9P 1N1.
Agincourt Baptist Church, Toronto, ON (received January 12, 2010)
Part time Job Available!!! Interim Music Director or Pianist: we are looking for a part time music director or pianist who will be able to play the piano or keyboard for our morning worship service at 10:30 am. It would even be better if he or she could lead the praise team of the service. The church would be willing to monetarily compensate the successful candidate for his/her Sunday services as well as rehearsals. Though this is an interim position it could lead into a permanent part-time position. The successful candidate needs to play for the church service every Sunday at 10:30 am. And it would also be advantageous if he or she has the leadership ability to train the praise team members to sing. Role and Responsibilities: Play the keyboard or piano every Sunday (both hymns and modern choruses); Available to practice with the praise team for rehearsals every other Saturday morning. Requirements: The successful candidate must be a committed Christian with some experience in playing for a church service. He or she needs to be able to play both hymns as well as modern choruses. And he or she needs to be willing to work in a team with the power point coordinator, pastor, praise team, guitarist as well as a drummer. Qualifications and Education Requirements: Previous experience playing for churches or organized Christian events preferred. Contact: Timothy Yap, 37 Glen Watford Drive, Agincourt, ON M1S 2C2. Email: pastortimothyyap@hotmail.com. Tel: (416) 291-0191.