Music Director – Christ Church Kingston (Anglican)

Christ Church Kingston, an active parish within the Anglican Diocese of Ontario, located at 990 Sydenham Road, Kingston, ON  K7M 3L7, is seeking a creative and technically competent Music Director to assume choral and keyboard music leadership and grow our music ministry.

About Us 

We are an inclusive, welcoming, faith-filled community with a rich liturgical tradition. Music plays a central role in our worship, enhancing both traditional Anglican liturgy and special seasonal services. Learn more about our parish at: http://www.christchurchkingston.ca/

Position Overview

The Music Director will:

·         Provide music leadership for one weekly Sunday morning service, and special services (Christmas, Holy Week, and Easter).

·         Direct and rehearse a small, enthusiastic parish choir, encouraging both musical excellence and joyful participation.

·         Select and lead a variety of sacred music, balancing traditional Anglican hymnody with more contemporary selections.

·         Collaborate with clergy and lay leaders to support the overall worship experience.

·         Maintain a choir/instrument library.

·         Be given the right of first refusal to provide special music for weddings and funerals; compensation to be arranged between the Music Director and the parties involved.

 

Qualifications

·         Strong keyboard/organ and choral direction skills.

·         Knowledge of Anglican/Episcopal liturgical traditions an asset.

·         Ability to inspire and work collaboratively with volunteers.

·         Formal training in music or equivalent experience.

 

Position Details

·         Part-time, approximately 8 hours/week (to be discussed).

·         Compensation commensurate with experience and the RCCO scale.

·         Start date: immediately.

 

Application Process

·         Please send a cover letter and résumé (with references) to the Wardens – Christ Church Kingston at:  wardens@christchurchkingston.ca

·         Please include “Music Director Opening” in your subject line because we also have an Occasional Keyboardist position open. (For information on this, visit our website.)

·         Applications will be reviewed as received, with the position open until filled.

 

Director of Music

All Saints' Anglican Church, Waterloo, ON

All Saints' Anglican Church in Waterloo, Ontario is seeking a dedicated and inspiring Director of Music to enhance our liturgical worship and foster the musical life of our parish. This role involves working creatively to develop and expand our existing choir and parish music program, recruiting choristers, and recognizing music's integral role in our diverse and growing community's spiritual formation and proclamation.

All Saints' Anglican Church, having moved into our brand new church and community centre, is a welcoming community committed to the principles that "All are Saints, All are Welcome, All are Loved". We offer a vibrant array of ministries for all ages, including Children's, Youth, Adult, Senior, and are actively involved in the community through initiatives like the SideWalk Community Centre which opened in 2024 as Waterloo’s only neighbourhood facing community centre. We provide both in-person and livestreamed services, with worship on Sundays at 8:00 am (Book of Common Prayer) said service and 10:00 am (Book of Alternative Services) sung service.

Our priorities for required skills for the successful candidate are Piano, Choral Conducting and Organ in priority sequence and they will inspire participation from other musicians and instrumentalists in our common worship and encourage musical partnerships beyond the parish. Through All Saints’ and the SideWalk Community Centre, there is opportunity for this role to expand in the future, to include the development and direction of community music programming offered by the SideWalk Community Centre.

Key Responsibilities

● Lead the sung prayer of the assembly and enhance liturgical worship with music.

● Plan and select music for liturgies in coordination with the Rector, carefully considering the readings for the week.

● Cultivate the congregation's musical repertoire.

● Direct the choir which meets from September to Pentecost.

● Teach the choir and congregation new music for liturgies.

● Play the piano/organ during services and choir practices.

● Accompany instrumentalists during services.

● Lead music during special liturgies, such as Christmas, Holy Week, All Saints’ Day, and other occasional services.

● Be available for weddings and funerals (additional remuneration expected).

● Be responsible for all aspects of the musical life of the parish.

● Work co-operatively with other parish staff, lay leaders, and parishioners.

● Attend monthly staff meetings.

Qualifications and Experience

● Competence or willingness to learn Anglican liturgy.

● Leadership and teaching skills.

● Sensitivity to musical needs and abilities of others.

● Commitment to professional development and spiritual growth.

● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

● Determined, resourceful, and flexible.

● Must be a Canadian citizen or have permission to work in Canada.

Terms

This is a part-time employee position, 12 hours per week, including weekly choir rehearsals and Sunday liturgies. Additional hours are required for major liturgical seasons and occasional services. The choir breaks after Pentecost till the long weekend in September. Our instruments are: Young Chan Grand Piano, electronic organ designed by Gary Schmidt, and a Yamaha practice piano in the music room.

Supervision and Support

The Director of Music works under the supervision of the Rector and is responsible to the Wardens on matters of contract and employment.

Safe Church Policies

The successful candidate must comply with the Safe Church policies of the Diocese of Huron and complete Safe Church training and background checks every three years.

Application Process

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resumé. To apply, please contact the church office directly at contact@allsaintswaterloo.ca or by phone at 519-884-6600.

St. Paul the Apostle - Rexdale, is an Anglican Church located in North Etobicoke. We have a joyful Anglican worship experience each Sunday at 10:30, which is live streamed. We are looking for a professional, talented, creative part-time Minister of Music, who is capable of playing hymns, contemporary church music, and leading our church in music.

The successful applicant will be proficient  in playing an organ (ours is an Allen), and piano, have excellent organisational skills, and a collegial leadership style.

Key responsibilities are:

• Provide organ/piano music for Sunday worship, and other special services during the church calendar year
• Collaborate with the priest for service music
• Rehearse and direct the volunteer choir who love to sing, between September and June
• Foster a welcoming and worshipful musical atmosphere, and
• Engage other vocalists and musicians to enhance our church musical experience.

This is a part-time contract position generally offering 8 hours a week, with the possibility of negotiating additional hours when necessary. The salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications using the RCCO salary guidelines.

Applications should be received by November 21, 2025.

For additional information, or to apply for this position, please send to stpaultheapostlerexdale@gmail.com  attention Rev. Williams. When applying please ensure that you forward your resume and cover letter in Word or a PDF format.

To learn more about us, look at our website stpaultheapostle.com

Thank you for your interest in St. Paul the Apostle- Rexdale.

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
Wesley United Church

Position Description Summary

Wesley United Church is seeking a Director of Music to join our staff team and spiritual community. They will lead all aspects of music ministry at Wesley, and plan music for worship services in consultation with our minister, Rev. Michael Shewburg.

Hours

An average of 15 hours per week. Some of the position hours are flexible, but the successful candidate must be available for weekly choir rehearsals (currently on Thursday evenings from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.), weekly worship services including rehearsal (Sundays 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.), monthly Worship and Music Committee meetings (typically two hours), and special events, including weddings and funerals. The Director of Music is expected to be responsible for all music on Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day (should that be required).

Compensation

$30,000 - $35,000 per year, commensurate with experience. While normally a contract position, there is potential for a successful candidate to enrol in the United Church of Canada’s Employee Pension and Benefits plans.

What We’re Looking For

A Team Player – The Director of Music is part of our staff team, worship team, and our spiritual community.

An Accomplished Musician – with music training and leadership experience, including the ability to arrange music, introduce new songs/hymns to our congregation, and to also choose those that are familiar to us.

An Experienced Leader – you could be an experienced Music Director in a church context, in a choral group, or in musical theatre. You must be an accomplished pianist and organist.

A Music Director Aligned with our Values – Wesley is an Affirming congregation of the United Church of Canada. Wesley is also a hub for the surrounding community and provides space for many community groups and non-profit organizations. We are committed to peace and social justice, and indigenous reconciliation.

The Duties of the Position

Weekly Worship
• Provide leadership to, and development of, the musical choirs at Wesley, including the Senior Choir, Bell Choir, and collaborative choirs with other churches.
• Select music of the music ministry, as well as selection of the pieces of music that will be performed by the choir at each performance.
• Lead choir rehearsals.
• Work with the minister, or other worship leader, in planning and implementing the musical portion of worship services and coordinate with the other aspects of worship as well as playing both piano and organ. Wesley has a Samick grand piano and a Casavant pipe organ.
• Work with the Technical Team in implementing the music before, and during, Sunday services.

Worship Preparation and Planning
• Monitor the instruments at Wesley (pipe organ, grand piano, bells, and other pianos in the building) to ensure that they are in good working order. 
• Act as a contact person with organ maintenance to ensure consistency of communication.
• Keep the Worship and Music Committee informed of ongoing maintenance and long-term maintenance issues as they arise and make recommendations.
• Arrange, as needed, for soloists and musicians for special services, within budget parameters.
• Plan for, organize and purchase music as needed for the music programs at Wesley, within budget parameters.
• Work with other staff to ensure that all staff are aware of music events, activities, and needs.

Weddings/Funerals
• As needed, work with wedding couples to plan for wedding music and play at weddings or arrange for an organist/pianist to do so. A special fee will be paid over and above the Music Director’s normal salary.
• As needed, work with those members requiring funeral arrangements to assist them in having appropriate and meaningful music played at the service. Play at the funeral, and lead the choir, if it is required. A special fee will be paid over and above the Music Director’s normal salary.

Requirements
• An understanding of the importance of the role of music in the worship service.
• An ability to select musical offerings that fit the theme and tone of weekly worship.
• Comfortable with racial diversity, 2SLGBTQ+ people, and inclusion across the ability/disability spectrum.
• An awareness of cultural appropriation and inclusive language in music.
• Familiarity with the United Church of Canada is an asset.
• Experience in choral direction.
• Open to feedback and a willingness to learn and grow with the congregation.

Accountability

The Director of Music is accountable to the Ministry and Personnel Committee and provides input to the Worship and Music Committee.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to wesleymandp@gmail.com. If there is an interest in pursuing the next stage of the recruitment process, an interview will be scheduled.

Confidentiality is assured.

Application Timeline

The deadline is November 15, 2025. The position will commence on January 1. 2026

Music Director

Duties

1.      Provide organ and/or piano musical accompaniment during and 15 minutes prior to regular Sunday morning services and for other special services e.g. Good Friday, Christmas Eve.

2.      Conduct weekly choir rehearsals and prepare the choir for special services e.g. Easter, Christmas

3.      Meet regularly with the Minister to co-ordinate and plan worship services.  For example, the Minister usually selects hymns, and the organist usually selects anthems.

4.      Hire soloists, plan and select music for paid soloists – number and time of soloists presentations based on budget

5.      Select and purchase choral music, in collaboration with the Choir which is suited to the worship styple of the congregation and the strengths of the choir and/or soloists

6.      Prepare a music budget proposal annually and an annual report for the Annual General meeting which is reviewed by the session and approved by the Congregation.

7.      Provide music for weddings, funerals and other special events held at St. John’s, by arrangement with participants.  Payment for these activities will be in addition to the annual salary (personal schedule will be considered)

8.      Promote, encourage and support the use, during services, of a variety of instruments, music and music groups who may or may not be regular choir members

9.      Arrange for a competent substitute organist for absences due to vacation, continuing education, leaves of absence and when possible, illness

10. Arrange in collaboration with the Minister for others to carry on a ministry of music during periods, when the choir is on holiday e.g. summer months.

 

Additional information

Weekly Services –     Sunday 11 a.m.

Choir practices           Sundays from 9:45 to 10:30 prior to the service

Choir                                   Approximately 10 volunteers

There is a budget for a paid soloist, but it is limited (details available through the Treasurer).  Session prefers the soloists be students from a music program like the University of Toronto School of Music.

 
Police Check                The Leading with Care Policy of the Presbyterian Church in Canada requires all employees and volunteers to have a clear police check in order to continue working and volunteering at the church

Vacation                           Vacation entitlement is one month after each year of employment to be taken at a mutually agreed time, which normally would be in July or August (5 Sundays).  A substitute organist with appropriate skills will be arranged for by candidate with the agreement of the Minister and the HR Committee. For any additional Sundays off, the arrangement for a substitute organist with appropriate skills will be made by the candidate with the agreement of the Minster and the HR Committee.  Payment for the substitute organist will be paid by the candidate.

 

Professional Development               

                                                The cost of tuition or registration for attendance at a professional development or event will be provided up to a maximum of $300 per year.

Start Date                              To be negotiated after end of October 2025

Salary – TBD

Hours – Up to 10 per week

Reporting Structure – This position reports to the HR Committee of the Session.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit resume or CV to Dr. Elizabeth Speers via email.  Elizabeth.speers59@gmail.com

Applications will be reviewed by the HR committee and candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  The process will include and interview and an audition.

We thank everyone for their interest.

 

 

Minister of Music
Glebe-St. James United Church, Ottawa, ON

Are you looking for a new musical challenge? Would you like to play a state-of-the-art Phoenix digital organ and direct an enthusiastic choir?

Glebe-St. James United Church, a centrally-located church serving both neighbourhood and city, is seeking a Minister of Music to work as part of its team ministry, beginning January 2026.

We are looking for a dynamic, gifted, experienced Minister of Music who is a strong team player with varied musical aptitudes and interests, and warm interpersonal skills. Glebe-St. James is an affirming congregation welcoming all, regardless of race, colour, age, sexual orientation, gender, faith, or any other category.

Our active music program includes a 20-voice adult choir and opportunities for musical excellence and creativity. The congregation embraces a full range of musical styles.

In addition to the Phoenix organ, resources include an extensive choral music library, a Steinway baby grand piano, a Roland digital piano and Samick baby grand piano as well as private teaching facilities. The sanctuary features excellent acoustics and is regularly used for external community wide musical events.

You can find more about Glebe-St. James and our music needs at www.glebestjames.ca. A detailed description of the position is also posted on the web site. Salary is in accordance with RCCO scale, based on an average workweek of 13 hours x 12 months. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our music program.

Please respond with your resumé, by October 31, to:

Music Search Committee, Glebe-St. James United Church, 650 Lyon Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 3Z7 or by e-mail: admin@glebestjames.ca 

Part-time Director of Music

St. James and St. Brendan Anglican Church is located in Port Colborne, Ontario in the beautiful Niagara Region. As an Anglican parish we are committed to excellence in liturgy in all of our services, following Anglican liturgies according to the Book of Alternative Services. 

St. James and St. Brendan is currently searching for a part-time Director of Music who will be responsible for the music ministry of the parish and will work in close collaboration with the Rector to lead our volunteer choir during Sunday services as well as other special services and occasional performances. More information about our parish is located on our website: portcolborneanglican.org. 

Responsibilities

▪          Building and maintaining a choral program to further parish worship and to advance the growth of the parish and further its mission

▪          Rehearsing, recruiting and conducting of our volunteer Parish Choir at 10:30 AM services on Sunday mornings, and additional services as requested by the Rector. 

▪        Assisting the Rector in selecting music for worship.

▪          Collaborating with the Rector to review planned activities, performances, and repertoire for the church’s various musical needs. 

▪          Accompanying the Choir on piano and/or organ during all services.

▪          Working respectfully at all times to ensure a safe and healthy workplace in accordance with Diocesan policies. 

▪          Tracking and arranging tuning and maintenance of the piano and organ

▪          Reporting use of copyrighted music, when required

▪        First right of refusal for weddings and funerals

Qualifications and Experience

▪          Familiarity and understanding of the Anglican liturgy and choral repertoire is preferred.

▪          Piano skills required for leading rehearsals and playing during services. The ability to play the organ is an asset. 

▪          Experience in recruiting and working with volunteer singers. 

▪          Ability to create a supportive environment, and inspire musicians to reach their full potential. 

▪          Ability to work as a team member. 

▪          Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. 

▪        Successful applicants will need to provide a current, clean Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Instruments and Choir

●      Organ (John Bright, 1971) and Kawai GM-10 baby grand piano, both tuned and maintained regularly

●      Small SATB volunteer choir, with possibilities for growth

Hours and Compensation

●      Average of 10 hours a Week, schedule to be determined based on needs

●      One weekly choral service at 10:30am on Sundays.  In July and August the choral service is at 9:30am on alternating weeks

●      Weekly Thursday evening rehearsal September to mid-June

●      Compensation commensurate with RCCO scale

How to Apply

Deadline: Friday October 24th, 2025

Please send a cover letter and resume by e-mail to anglicanoffice@gmail.com

We will acknowledge receipt of applications and initially communicate with applicants by e-mail. We will make every effort to respect the confidentiality of all candidates.

Please note: Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview and references will be requested. Further evaluation will be required by successful applicants.

The Greenbank United Church, located in Greenbank, Ontario (on Highway 12 just north of Port Perry) seeks a creative and technically competent person to assume the position of Music Director and Choir Leader.  The congregation is established and growing.  The sanctuary has a well maintained Artisan Classic #240 Custom Church Organ which was installed in 1995 and a Yamaha Grand Piano which is in excellent condition.  Our services and choir rehearsals are bi-weekly.  The Music Director will work closely with the Minister for music selection.  It is estimated that this part time position will demand 8 to 10 hours per week.  The appointee will be expected to meet annually with members of the Ministry and Personnel Committee to evaluate past achievements, and explore a vision for the future.  Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.  Applications will be treated in strictest confidence.  Please direct inquiries or applications to Kelly Monkman, kmonkman67@gmail.com.  Our congregation’s profile is available at www.greenbankchurch.com.

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.