Job Description - Music Director

Immediate Supervisor: Rector/Churchwardens

Christ Church, Anglican of Meaford, Ontario seeks a creative and technically competent person to assume keyboard and choral music leadership in their parish community as Music Director. The congregation is vibrant and welcoming with a strong focus on outreach, community, and liturgy. The sanctuary has a well-maintained William F. Legge Pipe Organ (2-manuals), a Heintzman & Co. grand piano, and a Yamaha Portable Grand DGX-650 keyboard. With a small choir of volunteer members, one rehearsal per week and one Sunday service, in addition to weekly meetings with the parish’s rector, it is estimated that this part-time position will require 10 hours a week. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as described in the RCCO Salary Guidelines. Applications (which will be treated in strictest confidence) will be received until October 31 or until the post is filled. Applications by pianists who are inexperienced with the pipe organ will also be received and considered.

Please direct inquiries or applications to christchurchmeaford@diohuron.org. Information about our parish is available at www.christchurchanglican.ca.

1. PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Music Director will ensure worship services are enhanced through the use of music (instrumental and choral) so that the congregation is encouraged to participate. All activities associated with this position must be achieved in a manner consistent with the parish’s mission, goals and objectives. All policies and practices of the Diocese of Huron and Christ Church, Meaford must be known and adhered to, with particular attention paid to the Safe Church Policies.

2. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide leadership in a ministry of music that is sensitive to the Anglican tradition, the goals and practices of the parish, and the changes of liturgical seasons.

2. In consultation with the Rector, including a weekly meeting (usually 0.5-1 hr), select appropriate hymns, anthems, musical settings for the liturgy, and instrumental pieces for all Sunday services, as well as select mid-week Principal Feast and Holy Day services throughout the year (Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Easter Triduum, Epiphany, etc.).

3. Prepare and play organ/piano/keyboard music as required at services of worship.

4. Direct and support choir members and cantors, facilitating rehearsals at mutually beneficial times.

5. Oversee the care of the parish’s organ, piano, and keyboards, making recommendations to the wardens regarding required maintenance and repair.

6. Maintain the parish’s library of music and ensure music is made available for choir members as needed.

3. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

1. For special services, such as weddings and funerals, should the provision of music be requested, the Music Director shall be given the right of first refusal for providing said music. Music shall be selected in consultation with the Rector and relevant parties. An additional fee (minimum of $150) shall be paid to the Music Director for any funeral or wedding service worked. Should the Music Director be unable or unavailable to play for said special service, an outside musician may be contracted by the parish to play for the specific special service.

4. SALARY

Dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the applicant for an average of 10 hours per week, including rehearsal, meeting and practice time, guided by the Royal Canadian College of Organists (RCCO) salary recommendations.

5. OTHER NOTES

1. The Church shall provide the Music Director with access to reasonable administrative assistance from the Parish Administrator (without charge to the Music Director) to support the Music Director in fulfilling the above duties. 

2. Through the license of the Bishop of Huron, the Rector is the Chief Liturgical Officer of the parish, which includes ultimate decisions on all liturgical and musical offerings included within a service of worship at Christ Church.

6. INSTRUMENTS

• Heintzman & Co. Grand Piano
• Yamaha Portable Grand DGX-650
• William F. Legge Co. Pipe Organ
• • Great Manual
  • • Open Diapson 8'
    • Melodia 8'
    • Dulciana 8'
    • Principal 4'
    • Chimes (Two Octaves)
    • Fifteenth 2
    • Great Super Octave
    • Swell to Great
    • Swell Super to Great
  • Swell Manual
  • • Stopped Diapson 8'
    • Viol D'Gamba 8'
    • Voix Celeste 8'
    • Harmonic Flute 4'
    • Oboe 8'
    • Tremulant
    • Gemshorn 2
    • Swell Super Octave
  • Pedal
  • • Bourdon 16'
    • Echo Bourdon 16'
    • Bass Flute 8'
    • Great to Pedal 8'
    • Great to Pedal 4'
    • Swell to Pedal 8'
    • Swell to Pedal 4'

Canadian Memorial United Church (CMUC) in beautiful Vancouver British Columbia is seeking a Director of Music Ministry to join our staff team and spiritual community. They will lead our Music and Technology Teams, guide us in singing out our spirituality during Weekly Worship and Special Events, and help us make a joyful noise with our Community Choir, Worship Band, and recently refurbished Casavant Frères organ. We want YOU to lead our diverse, dynamic, soulful, spiritual, and participatory Music Program. 

The role comprises of an average of 20 hours per week with a compensation of $45,000-55,000 per year, commensurate with experience. There is the potential for a successful candidate to enroll in the United Church of Canada’s Employee Pension and Benefits plans. 

Confidentiality in the application process assured. If you are interested in applying and for more information, please see the full job posting at: https://www.canadianmemorial.org/work-with-us. 

Application deadline is October 13th, 2025 or until the position is filled. Please include a Cover Letter, Resume, and 2 or more audio or video examples of you as a Director of Music Ministry, Choral Director, Music Director, and/or performer by email to Coordinating Minister Rev. Jeff Rock at: jeff@canadianmemorial.org.

Job Opening - Organist (part-time)
Church of the Ascension, Hamilton, Ontario
www.ascensionhamilton.com

The Church of the Ascension, located in downtown Hamilton in a historical building, is home to a Christian congregation in the Diocese of Niagara, Anglican Church of Canada. 

With the grace and guidance of the Holy Spirit, we worship God, and follow Jesus Christ, striving to live out the Gospel wherever we are -in service, learning, and fellowship.

The Ascension Church has a very fine 2 manual Casavant Organ, which benefits further from the resonant acoustics of the building.

An Organist position is now open at our church.

This is a personal services contractor position, for any musician so qualified,to collaborate with the congregation, Incumbent, volunteers, and other staff members, to offer worship to God through music.

The Organist reports to: the Incumbent (worship); the Wardens (employment and purchasing of materials).

Term: 1 year (renewable) for a personal services contract.

Contract can be terminated by either party, without penalty, under extenuating circumstances.

Purpose of the Position: 
• To provide appropriate organ and/or piano music for worship services. 
• To encourage participation in the music ministry. 
• To further develop the music ministry at The Church of the Ascension.

Competencies: 
• Adequate interpretative skills at both the piano and the organ.
• Teaching skills for effectively encouraging /teaching both congregation and cantors. 
• A background in Anglican Liturgy - or a willingness to learn.

Time Commitment: 
• Average of up to 6 hours/week – in the understanding that some seasons of the Church year (Holy Week, Christmas) require greater than average hours, while some seasons of the year -Summer-require fewer hours. In the case of special services, a separate arrangement is made through the church office. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 
• Play the organ/piano for all Sunday and any special services- and, if unable, provide substitute.
• Teach, encourage, and involve the congregation in worship music. 
• Provide Incumbent with lectionary-themed music for every service, with a balance of Anglican 
 traditional and contemporary oecumenical hymnody.
• Have reasonable flexibility to accommodate volunteers and paid/unpaid instrumentalists. 
• Advise Corporation on tuning and repairs of either organ or piano. 
• Report usage of copyrighted music on OneLicence.net and CCLI websites. 
• Submit an annualreport to the Wardens for inclusion in the annual vestry report. 
• Follow the Safe Church Policy. 

Compensation: 
• Hourly rate commensurate with experience, education and credentials, and consistent with RCCO guidelines. 

Vacations and time away:
• Time away and the appointment of replacements are to be coordinated with the Corporation. 

Training Provided: 
• If necessary, orientation to the Church of the Ascension, Anglican Liturgy, and lectionary. 
• Safe Church guidelines and best practices. 

To apply for this Organist position at the Church of the Ascension, please submit a resume, 3 references, and cover letter (relevant experience and qualifications) to secretary@ascensionchurch.ca by September 15th 2025.

Applications from all qualified candidates, including people with disabilities, will be considered. If an applicant in the interview stage should require any such accommodations, please contact us prior to attending an interview.

Minister of Music

Job Title: Minister of Music (permanent, part-time)

Commencing: Fall of 2025

Primary Role: to creatively lead, oversee and grow the worship music ministry at Calvary Baptist Church.

Church Context:

Calvary Baptist Church http://calvary-baptist-church.ca/ is a mid-sized congregation in East Toronto affiliated with the CBOQ (Canadian Baptists of Ontario and Quebec). Our congregation comprises of approximately 60 people. We have a hybrid online/phone and in-person attendance of 40-50 with an in-person attendance that ranges from the mid-20s in the summer to approximately 35 the rest of the year. We are a diverse family culturally, socially and generationally. We are committed to life-giving, blended worship, endeavouring to incorporate the best of old and new musical expressions utilizing organ and piano each week. Other instruments augment our worship on an occasional basis.

 

Responsibilities:

·         Work in conjunction with our Pastor, select music for the weekly blended-worship services

·         Lead the congregation in hymns and contemporary praise music - with the assistance of vocal leads and other instrumentalists (including practice(s))

·         Take leadership in planning, implementing and leading musical components of worship for special events outside of Sunday worship services (Christmas/Easter/etc)

·         Initiate, encourage and develop the musical gifts within our congregation

·         Oversee the tuning and maintenance of the organ and piano

 

Qualifications:

·         A vibrant Christian faith

·         Instrumental skill (organ, piano, guitar, etc)

·         Good relational skills and an enthusiastic presence for leading the congregation in worship

·         Experience and proficiency leading/directing a variety of musicians including vocalists and instrumentalists

·         Current Toronto area resident

 

Compensation:

·         12 to 14 hours weekly

·         Permanent, part-time contract

·         Dependant on education and experience

 

Applications accepted up to October 15, 2025

Six month probationary period

 

For a more details about the church and ministry see http://calvary-baptist-church.ca/

To apply please forward resume to calvaryonmain@calvary-baptist-church.ca

Choir Director

Saints Joachim & Ann Catholic Church
Aldergrove, BC

Saints Joachim & Ann Church is a small suburban parish with over 200 registered families across all demographics.  There is an 11 rank Casavant Frères Organ (1954) in the choir gallery and a 5 rank chamber organ (1879) near the sanctuary.  The music includes Gregorian chant in Latin and English translation, polyphony, metered hymns and pieces from the heritage of sacred music.

 

Job Description

• Choir Director
  Part Time of 8 hours weekly contract position

Duties

• rehearse and direct the choir at the 10 AM Sunday Mass and at major feast days of the liturgical year such during the Christmas, Lenten and Easter seasons
• work closely with the organist and be supervised and directed by the parish priest
• Train and develop the choir
• Hold 1.5 hour choir rehearsals weekly at a mutually agreeable time from September to June.

Vacation Time

• 4 weeks outside of major liturgical seasons and times to be negotiated with the Parish Priest

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Music, currently enrolled in a degree programme, or equivalent education and experience
• Formation and experience in directing choirs
• Proven vocal skills and musical competence
• Knowledge of the Catholic liturgical tradition or a willingness to learn

The position is remunerated according to RCCO salary scale guidelines.  The anticipated start date would the Fall of 2025.  The initial deadline for applications is October 1, 2025 although the position will remain open until filled.

Please direct inquiries or applications to ldonnelly@rcav.org .  Our parish website is aldergrovecatholic.com .

Part Time Minister of Music

St. Philip's on-the-hill (SPOTH) is a warm, diverse and welcoming Anglican church located in Unionville, Ontario. We have a joyful, traditional Anglican worship service on Sunday mornings using contemporary language with choir-led singing that is live-streamed. A Minister of Music is being sought by SPOTH, to provide Christian leadership in an engaging ministry of music, sensitive to the Anglican tradition. 

This historic parish is a worshipful, thriving community of 300 families with a mission to our growing community. We are seeking a Christian leader who is a team-player, knowledgeable of, or willing to learn, traditional Anglican and contemporary church music, and enjoys working with all age groups. Responsibilities include planning, playing for, and conducting Sunday Services, nurturing and developing musical talent within the congregation, musically supporting our two youth drama and music groups, and directing our Adult Choir. 

Knowledge of Anglican liturgy is preferable, though training is available. The church has a 3 manual, 40-stop digital Phoenix organ (2010) and a Heintzman 7-foot Grand Piano. The applicant for this contract should have a music degree, strong organ and piano skills, experience conducting choirs, with sound leadership and interpersonal skills. A job description is available upon request.

Compensation: Hours are flexible, between 12 and 15 hours a week. Salary negotiable depending on experience and education. 

Note: Currently, we are not able to look at international applicants. We are seeking an individual who lives locally, within driving distance to SPOTH.

Please email Ms. Jennipher Kean at office@spoth.ca with a cover letter and resume (CV) on or before September 25, 2025. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

POSITION PROFILE

BUC is an affirming, progressive church committed to the self-reflection and continual evolution required to provide relevant, engaged, and excellent ministry in service to the needs of its current membership and wider community. We seek a permanent, part-time Director of Music Ministry to join our team. This is a salaried position, 20 hours per week. The successful candidate will be aligned with BUC’s values, be an outstanding musician, (main instrument keyboards), an accomplished choral conductor, with solid experience in providing direction and leadership to bands, and singers, both professional and amateur. They will have a drive for excellence and respect for collaboration.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Director of Music Ministry:
• Embodies and lives into BU’s core purpose, vision, values and theology.
• In consultation with the Lead Minister, participates in worship service planning by selecting and preparing music from a wide variety of genres: traditional, gospel, world, rock, contemporary, contemplative and classical, etc.
• Works collaboratively with the ministry team, staff, and lay people.
• Leads music in worship services, other ministries and events, plays instrument(s), rehearses, and leads band(s) and choir(s).
• Oversees the sound and AV team.
• Plans and performs music at weddings and funerals.
• Prepares, tracks and manages the annual music budget, in adherence with established financial procedures and in consultation with the Worship and Music Team.
• Ensures musical instruments and related equipment are maintained.

ACCOUNTABILITY

• The Director of Music Ministry reports to the Lead Minister and is accountable to the BUC Council through the Ministry and Personnel Team, (M&P).
• The Director of Music Ministry will adhere to BUC requirements for the completion of Monthly Time Reports, documenting additional hours worked, and in discussion with the Lead Minister scheduling vacation and time off for personal/professional development. Active involvement in the Annual Performance Review and participation in scheduled meetings with the assigned Ministry and Personnel liaison is also a requirement of the position.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Worship
• Works collaboratively to set tone for worship services, in support of the Lead Minister and Council’s vision, aligned with the theology of the congregation, by selecting, rehearsing, and leading music that complements themes and strives for excellence.
• Conducts choir(s), and band(s), which may include children, adults, amateurs, and professionals and leads/inspires the congregation in singing.
• Participates in planning and leading services such as funerals, weddings, and congregational worship beyond Sunday morning including Christmas, Easter, etc.
• Sources and adapts music that reflects BU’s evolving theologies.

Leadership
• Recruits, mentors, and develops musicians, choirs, bands, including amateurs, and professionals.
• Recruits extra musicians when required and qualified replacement musicians during times away.
• Responsible for overseeing and collaborating with the Sound and AV team.
• Organizes and produces special musical events.
• Establishes and pursues personal and vocational goals set with supervisor and approved by M&P Committee.

Administration
• Meets regularly with the Lead Minister.
• Attends committee meetings as required, including weekly staff meetings, Worship and Music Team, and occasionally others.
• Provides information to support creation of promotional materials and worship outlines.
• Ensures copyright data is accurately tracked and reported.
• Ensures the maintenance of music library, database, and instruments.

Church & Wider community
• Participates in the life and ministry of the congregation, according to priorities set with the supervisor.
• Positively represents BUC and the United Church of Canada in public, especially in musical performances beyond the congregation
• Builds connections with wider music community

QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum undergraduate degree in Music, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum three years’ experience in similar position or equivalent experience
• Experience in choir leadership, preferably with church
• Experience leading bands
• Experience working with subcontractors
• Proven musical skills and competence
• Proficiency in piano
• Arranging skills
• Strong knowledge of AV and sound relevant to context
• Values aligned with those of BUC

ASSETS
• Ability to compose music
• Some proficiency with a variety of musical instruments.

COMPENSATION
• This is a salaried position of 20 hours per week. 
• Eligible for standard United Church of Canada pension and benefits.
• Requirement for a 1-year period of probation with a quarterly performance review with the Lead Minister on mutually, pre-established objectives. (The probationary period is viewed as a period of learning and may be reduced depending upon individual need.)
• Remuneration, within the range of $35,000 - $40,000 per year commensurate with experience and education. 

About Bedford United Church
Bedford United is known to provide: a sanctuary for the soul, a community for the curious. It is an affirming ministry of the United Church of Canada, that takes scripture seriously but not literally. In our commitment to full inclusion of all people we invite and encourage individuals of all sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, backgrounds, cultures, and abilities to 
apply. Check us out at: www.bedfordunited.com

We acknowledge that our work takes place on Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People.

Applications will be received until September 30, 2025 and should be sent to searchteam@bedfordunited.com.

Music Director for Humbercrest United Church 

Humbercrest United Church is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable musician to fill the role of Music Director (12 hours per week). Music is an integral part of Worship in our faith community. The wonderful acoustics in our beautiful sanctuary make a great setting for our 3-Manual Casavant organ and Steinway grand piano. 

Humbercrest United Church is an affirming ministry. We are a small congregation in the west end of Toronto, seeking to be a Christian presence in our community and make a difference in the world. 

Currently, we have eight dedicated Humbercrest members who sing in our chancel choir. Some regular, committed paid section leads round out our choir. We also have an outstanding library of sacred music. 

The Minister leads the Worship Team and the Music Director is expected to work collaboratively with the Minister and the Worship Committee. 

The services to be provided by the Music Director will include, but not be limited to, the following: 

• Playing the organ/piano and directing the choir at all regular Sunday morning services of the church and services on Good Friday and Christmas Eve, and supporting informal weekday 
worship events with mutual agreement when they occur 

• Selecting suitable choir music for the church services in consultation with the church’s Minister to enhance spirit filled worship 

• Selecting and hiring section leads (2) 

• Providing leadership for active congregational participation in worship through singing of hymns and responses - using a variety of selections from Voices United, More Voices and contemporary music of different genres from around the world 

• Conducting weekly choir rehearsals from September to June, inclusive

• Showing strong leadership skills and communicating effectively in a team environment 

• Ensuring proper care and maintenance of the church’s organ and pianos 

Position start date: Early Fall 2025

Working hours: The Music Director role is 12 hours per week, beginning September 1, 2025 with 4 Sundays paid time off every 12 months (preferably taken during the summer months) 

Professional Development: Fund of $500 is available for professional development, payable against receipts 

Remuneration: To be calculated based on RCCO guidelines, commensurate with experience 

Due Date for Application: August 29, 2025, although the position will remain open until it is filled

If you have a passion for sacred music, excellent keyboard skills, expertise in choral leadership plus good collaboration and motivational skills, this may be the position for you. 

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and covering letter outlining how your interest, education and experience align with the position. Please include contact information of three references. Send applications to info@humbercrest.ca with ‘Music Director Application’ in subject line or mail to Humbercrest United Church, 16 Baby Point Road, Toronto, Ontario, M6S 2E9

Director of Music Ministry, St Giles Kingsway Presbyterian Church

Job Overview

Our mission is to be an engaged, passionate and vital Church that transforms our community for Jesus Christ. As the music ministry is a significant part of the public worship of God, our Director will integrate spirituality and center Christ while overseeing, coordinating and administering all the musical activities in the church.

Musical Responsibilities

●    Lead choir rehearsal one evening per week
●    Recruit, audition and hire choir section leads
●    Lead, educate and nurture the choir members
●    Accompany soloists on piano or organ
●    Play organ/piano for hymns, anthems, praise songs and solos
●    Contract out instrumentalists for special services
●    Encourage, support and accompany instrumentalists, singers and singing groups from within the congregation
●    On occasion, oversee the musical involvement of children in special programs
●    Provide music for weddings and funerals (compensated separately)

Administrative Responsibilities

●    Select anthems and solos for services; collaborate with the Minister in the selection of hymns and praise songs
●    Prepare for seasonal events (Christmas Eve, midweek Lenten services, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, courtyard services etc.)
●    Participate in meetings with staff, worship team and coordinating committees
●    Maintain music library and report use of certain music
●    Oversee maintenance of the organ and pianos

Skills & Experience Required

●    Previous experience playing the organ and the piano
●    Previous experience directing a choir
●    Public speaking abilities, comfortable addressing both choir and congregation
●    Proficient in educating choir members of varying skill levels.
●    Coordination skills to liaise between staff, community members and hired musicians

This position is ideal for individuals who are not only musically talented but who also possess leadership qualities that can inspire others in their musical journey and spiritual life. Participation in the life of the congregation is encouraged.
 
Job Details

Location:    15 Lambeth Road, Toronto ON, M9A 2Y6
Website:    stgileskingsway.com
Job Type:    Renewable Annual Contract, Part-Time, 15-20 hours per week Compensation:    Negotiable, based on experience and in accordance with the recommended RCCO guidelines
Instrument:   Rodgers 960 BM Organ
Start Date:    Negotiable but we are aiming for mid September


To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to:
St. Giles Kingsway Presbyterian Church
Director of Music Search Committee
15 Lambeth Rd
Toronto, ON
M9A 2Y6

Email:  admin@stgileskingsway.com.  Please include “Director of Music” in the subject line.  
Telephone:  (416) 233-8591
Deadline to apply September 19, 2025:

Applications will be reviewed as received.  

ST. LUKE’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH
317 Franklin Street N., Kitchener, ON

POSITION TITLE:    Organist/Music Director

ABOUT US:  We are an active member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada, Eastern Synod, with a membership of about 100 families, and a vibrant music programme.  We are a liturgical church and music is an important part of our worship services and who we are.  Although we are an aging congregation, we have a regular adult choir of about a dozen members which expands for special occasions, a small children’s choir, and a bell choir.  


JOB DESCRIPTION

-    To have a knowledge of our Lutheran liturgy or a willingness to learn.

-    To be prepared for weekly Sunday services at 10 am, playing the organ and piano, and conducting the choir for the 10 o’clock service.  A brief choir practice is usually held at 9:15 to review the Sunday’s anthem from after Labour Day to Christmas Eve, and Epiphany Sunday to the week before the May long weekend.  Services continue each Sunday throughout the year.

-    To provide music for anthems and hold regular practices of the choirs at times convenient to the members.

-    To work closely with the Pastor in choosing hymns, service liturgy, and music for all services including Christmas and Easter.

-    To work with the Office Administrator for Sunday bulletins, etc. and with Church Council as required, and attend Worship and Music Committee meetings held three times a year.

-    Play at funerals or weddings as requested, at extra remuneration.

-    Report usage of copyrighted music for OneLicence.net to the Office Administrator.

-    Arrange within the budget for regular tuning and maintenance of equipment.  

-    As well as incorporating traditional music, we are looking for someone who can continue to bring an energetic and creative approach to the music and liturgy of the church.

-    Follow the Safe Church Policy.


WORKING HOURS AND COMPENSATION

-    This is a part-time position of an average of 20 hours per week.

-    Compensation will be based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience with reference to RCCO guidelines.


AMENITIES

-    We have a 2-manual full-pedal board Hallman 7-rank Pipe Organ, 3 pianos, 3 octaves of hand bells, 3 octaves of hand chimes, and a keyboard.

-    We could provide space for an applicant who wishes to use the church for their personal music school or lessons.


TO APPLY:  To be considered for an interview, please email any questions, resumé, and cover letter to Kathy Thomsen at stlukesmusicdirector@gmail.com by September 8, or until the position is filled.