Job Posting: Artistic Director

Reports to: Board of Directors
Supervises: Associate Conductor, rehearsal accompanists, guest soloists/musicians (when applicable)
Ex-officio: Member of the Board of Directors (non-voting)

Start Date: July 2027
Application deadline: April 3, 2026 – see below for further instructions.

Term: 1 year term with renewal upon successful review
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

Organizational Overview

The Vancouver Cantata Singers (VCS) is one of Canada’s preeminent, award-winning choral ensembles. Known for its exceptional artistry, technical virtuosity and exquisite tonal blend, the choir maintains the highest standards of performance in repertoire encompassing 500 years.

VCS have been awarded the Canada Council’s top prize in choral singing, the Healey Willan Grand Prize, more than any other choir in the country.

VCS also commissions new works from critically acclaimed composers which have led to extremely successful and innovative collaborations with regional and international artists and ensembles.

VCS rehearses from September to May on Wednesday evenings in East Vancouver and performs a minimum of four concerts a year as well as occasional collaborative performances throughout the Metro Vancouver region.

Position Summary

The Artistic Director (AD) serves as the chief artistic visionary and musical leader of the Vancouver Cantata Singers. This role leads the choir’s artistic direction, repertoire, performance standards, collaborative partnerships, and public profile. The AD works collaboratively with the General Manager, Board of Directors, and choir members to develop and deliver inspiring concerts that reflect the organization’s history of artistic excellence.

The AD embodies the ensemble’s commitment to exceptional choral artistry, ambitious programming, and engagement with Vancouver’s cultural community, while maintaining fiscal responsibility and operational alignment with VCS’s strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Artistic Leadership & Vision

• In consultation with the General Manager and Programming Committee, develop artistic programming (repertoire, themes, collaborators) for each concert season that balances artistic excellence, audience engagement, and financial realities.
• Collaborate on key aspects of concert preparation and production in consultation with the General Manager
• Champion and expand the artistic identity of VCS, fostering innovation while honoring the ensemble’s traditions of excellence and precision.
• Actively seeks out, studies, and prepares new choral repertoire, demonstrating a commitment to continual learning and the expansion and diversification of programming.
• Select composers to commission works for VCS and consult on development of new choral works
• Possesses and continually develops an extensive knowledge of conducting technique and choral pedagogy
• Serve as the principal artistic spokesperson for VCS in media, community, and donor settings.

Conducting & Performance Preparation

• Provide leadership and direction in rehearsals and performances throughout the season; prepare the choir to high artistic standards for concerts and, when applicable, for collaborations with guest conductors or partner organizations.
• Conduct regular rehearsals, sectionals (where applicable), and performance rehearsals; ensure coherence of artistic interpretation and ensemble sound.
• Oversee the planning of rehearsal schedules and performance logistics in collaboration with the General Manager.

Recruitment & Musical Development

• Oversee singer recruitment and audition processes, ensuring a strong and balanced ensemble.
• Initiates, leads, and develops outreach opportunities that foster meaningful community partnerships and expand the choir’s presence.
• Select and recommend soloists and orchestral musicians for performances, subject to logistical and budgetary considerations. 
• Promote ongoing vocal technique, musicianship, and ensemble coherence; provide musical guidance for section leaders, Associate Conductors, and accompanists.

Organizational Engagement & Advocacy

• Attend Board meetings as an ex-officio non-voting member and contribute to organizational planning and policy discussions.
• Work with the General Manager, Board of Directors, and donors to support fund development opportunities.
• Represent VCS at artistic, community, and fundraising events; cultivate relationships with peers in the Vancouver and national choral community.
• Support promotional activities including media interviews, program notes, and community outreach.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Proven expertise in conducting advanced adult choral ensemble(s), including preparation of artistically and technically demanding repertoire
• Deep knowledge of choral literature across historical periods and styles.
• Extensive knowledge of vocal technique and choral pedagogy
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, retain, inspire, and develop singers and artistic teams.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills; comfortable as a public artistic representative.
• Commitment to artistic excellence, community engagement, and organizational collaboration.
• Advanced degree in Music or Choral Conducting or equivalent professional experience.

• Experience with commissioning new works and working with living composers.
• Background in audience development and community engagement within the arts sector.
• A demonstrated ability to engage with, and build connections within, Vancouver’s choral and cultural community.

Expectations & Working Conditions

• Evening and weekend availability is required due to rehearsals and performance schedules.
• The AD is expected to be deeply involved in high-level artistic planning throughout the year.
• Reasonable travel for guest engagements or educational outreach may be required.

Compensation

• This is a contract position with annual compensation of $50,000-$55,000. There will be no relocation fees available for the successful applicant.

Application Instructions

Please submit the following materials to applications@vancouvercantatasingers.com no later than April 3, 2026:

1. Cover letter articulating your artistic vision and interest in VCS.
2. Résumé/CV highlighting relevant experience.
3. Up to a maximum of 3 samples of programs presented or prepared in the last 2 seasons 
4. Up to 10 minutes of Audio/video links of recent performances.

Only applicants advancing to the interview round will be contacted. Online interviews will begin in April 2026. Shortlisted candidates must be available to attend an in-person audition on May 20, May 27 or June 3, 2026.

Director of Music ~ St. James' Anglican Church, Orillia

St. James' Anglican Church, Orillia, seeks a part-time (15-20 hours/week) Music Director who is creative, collaborative and passionate about honouring music as a fundamental part of worship and parish life. From September to June, we worship in the sanctuary with a well-maintained 1950 Casavant Freres, Opus # 2001 (2-manual, full pedalboard) organ with built-in Classic Organ Memory system and enlarged digital ranks (2011), and a Yamaha Baby Grand piano. Summer services are held without a choir in Stubley Auditorium using a century old Heinzman Grand and an upright Yamaha.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide organ and/or piano music, ideally both, for 10:00 a.m. Sunday worship and other occasions during the church calendar year
• Rehearse and direct the choir in practices between September and June.
• Collaborate with clergy to plan service music
• Foster a welcoming and worshipful musical atmosphere
• Engage other musicians who can enhance our church musical experience

Qualifications

• Proven skills as an organist and/or pianist, ideally both, with experience in both traditional and contemporary music
• Experience directing an adult SATB choir of varying skill levels
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Formal music education or equivalent experience preferred

Details

• Preferred start date: June 1, 2026, but is negotiable
• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications

How to Apply

Please submit your curriculum vitae and cover letter, outlining your experience in music (Links to recordings and/or videos showcasing your music abilities are also welcome.) to Leslie Fortune, Search Committee Chair, stjamesorilliawarden@gmail.com.

• Position is open until a successful candidate is found.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Church Musician: Piano/Keyboard – (optional Organ & Vocal Skills)

St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church
Grimsby, Ontario — Diocese of St. Catharines

POSITION SUMMARY

St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church in Grimsby is seeking a Part-Time Church Musician to serve our parish community through music that supports and enriches the prayer and worship of the Roman Catholic Liturgy. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Pastor, parish staff, Choir Director, music ministers, and choir members.

This position requires demonstrated proficiency on keyboard/piano. The ability to play the organ and/or sing or lead hymns is considered a strong asset. The Church Musician is expected to be comfortable with a range of sacred music styles, from traditional to contemporary, and to foster a prayerful atmosphere that allows the congregation to participate fully in the liturgy.

POSITION DETAILS

·         Position: Church Musician: Piano/Keyboard – (optional Organ & Vocal Skills)

·         Status: Currently Vacant

·         Work Location: St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, 135 Livingston Avenue, Grimsby, ON

·         Time Commitment: Weekend Masses and seasonal liturgical celebrations, with additional opportunities for weddings and funerals (approximately 8-10+ hours per week)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Provide musical accompaniment for Sunday Liturgies, including:
o   9:00 a.m. Mass with Choir Director and choir
o   10:30 a.m. Mass with guitar minister and choir
o   12:00 noon Mass (optional), with guitar ministers (no choir)

·         Collaborate with the Choir Director and other lead musicians in the selection and preparation of liturgical music

·         Participating in evening choir rehearsals as required

·         Provide music for major liturgical celebrations, including Christmas, Holy Week, Easter, and other special parish events throughout the year

·         Optional: Provide music for weddings and funerals (additional remuneration provided)

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

·         Demonstrated proficiency in keyboard/piano performance

·         Ability to confidently accompany congregational singing

·         Openness to a variety of liturgical music styles, from traditional to contemporary

·         Strong interpersonal and communication skills

·         Willingness to collaborate respectfully with clergy, staff, choir members, and other musicians

·         Availability to work weekends, evenings, and major liturgical celebrations

ASSETS (NOT REQUIRED)

·         Experience playing the organ

·         Ability to sing, cantor, or lead hymns

·         Experience in choral direction or working with choirs

·         Familiarity with Roman Catholic liturgy, or a willingness to receive training in Catholic Church music

ADDITIONAL DUTIES (AS REQUIRED)

·         Assist the Choir Director in planning and implementing liturgical music for weekend and seasonal celebrations

·         Conduct or assist with choir rehearsals when needed

·         Support choir recruitment and maintain communication with choir members

·         Assist families with music selection for funerals and weddings, as assigned

·         May direct the choir in the absence of the Choir Director

·         Perform other related duties as assigned by the Pastor

ACCOUNTABILITY

This position reports directly to the Pastor of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

·         The first three months of employment are considered a probationary period

·         Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance

·         The successful candidate must comply with the Safe Church Policy of the Diocese of St. Catharines

·         A police record check, deemed suitable by the Diocese of St. Catharines, will be required

·         Vacation time and statutory holidays are provided in accordance with Diocesan guidelines

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This is a paid position, with compensation aligned with the guidelines of the Royal Canadian College of Organists (RCCO). Salary and hours are negotiable and dependent upon experience and skill level. Weddings and funerals are compensated separately.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following:

- A brief email of interest with Resume
- Any relevant additional credentials
- Sample audio or video recordings demonstrating piano/keyboard performance (organ and/or vocal samples welcomed, if available)

Please email applications to:

Fr. Rico Passero, Pastor
rpassero@saintcd.com
Subject line: Music Minister

Tracy Piggott, Office Administrator
stjoseph.grimsby@saintcd.com

Short-listed candidates will be invited to participate in a live audition. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest in serving the parish community of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church through music.

Part-Time Director of Music

Parkwoods United Church

Parkwoods United Church is a vibrant and welcoming congregation, diverse in age and culture, located in Don Mills.  We are looking for an enthusiastic Part-Time Director of Music who is creative, with a genuine desire to continue our strong music program. The candidate should be open to a variety of worship styles, including traditional and contemporary hymns and musical arrangements.

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide organ and piano music for Sunday morning worship, and other special services
• Collaborate with the Minister and Worship coordinator to plan worship services
• Conduct weekly rehearsals with the Senior Choir, and work with a junior choir
• Foster a welcoming and worshipful musical atmosphere
• Attract new choir members and other musicians 

Qualifications 

• Proven skills as organist and pianist (two manual Wicks organ and Steinway grand piano)
• Experience directing choirs
• Ability to work with volunteer singers of all skill levels
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Formal music education or equivalent experience
• Well versed in Christian worship services

This is a part time position (10-13 hours week). Renumeration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications using the RCCO salary guidelines.

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

Applications will be treated in strictest confidence, and will be received until March 31, 2026 or until the position is filled.

Please send resumes to Parkwoods United Church, 85 Parkwoods Village Drive, Don Mills, ON M3A 2X9, Attention Juanita Hogg-Devine, or email to aj.devine@sympatico.ca

Thank you for your interest in Parkwoods United Church.

Job Posting for Music Director, Central United Church, Unionville, ON

Position Overview

Central United Church is a welcoming, well-established church that has been located on historic Main Street Unionville for over 180 years. In 2023, our church established a renewed mission, vision, and statement of values focused on becoming a thriving and welcoming community church that encourages all people to accept and grow in the Christian faith. A critical element of the new strategic direction is the enhancement and growth of our music ministry, to be enthusiastically led by the successful applicant for the redefined role of Music Director.

The primary focus of the Music Director is to develop, coordinate and deliver a dynamic music program and to assist the congregation in experiencing a deeper sense of God’s presence in our daily lives through the ministry of music. The Music Director, working closely with the Senior Minister, will cultivate a vibrant worship environment by coordinating both contemporary and classical music elements. The ideal candidate, utilizing creativity, technical competence and superb choral leadership skills, will foster musical excellence to engage worshippers and enhance the spiritual life of the church in a way that will build and support our church membership.

Responsibilities

•          Leadership and coordination of a blended music program, incorporating the best of old and new musical expressions
•          Plan and conduct weekly practices in preparation for choral anthems, small ensembles or soloists
•          Lead the planning, implementation and delivery of the musical components of:

o  the weekly Sunday morning Church service, including playing the organ/piano and directing the choir
o   worship for special events outside of Sunday worship services (Comfort Service, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday)

•          In our beautiful sanctuary with excellent acoustics, accompany congregational singing, choral music, soloists and instrumentalists using our 3-Manual Digital Organ or Steinway Baby Grand Piano
•          Organize summer music offerings with small ensembles or soloists
•          Schedule and promote a regular series of music concerts, recitals, and/or lectures on sacred music to invite community engagement
•          Regularly seek out, encourage and develop the musical gifts within our congregation and community
•          Foster the interest of the wider community in Central United Church’s music program
•          Provide appropriate music when required for weddings and funerals (on a fee-for-service basis) or arrange supply musicians
•          Manage music budget in consultation with Worship and Finance committees. Provide guidance in the preparation of the annual music budget and select, acquire, organize and maintain musical supplies within the budget
•          Oversee the condition and maintenance of instruments, including organ, piano, keyboard etc.

Professional Qualifications and Competencies

•          Minimum bachelor’s degree in music, Sacred Music, or related field or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent
•          Demonstrated proficiency as an organist, pianist, choral conductor, and music teacher
•          Experience and proficiency leading/directing a variety of musicians including vocalists and instrumentalists
•          Experience teaching and encouraging/motivating volunteer musicians and choristers with a wide range of musical competency and training
•          Understanding of licensing and copyright requirements
•          Competence with office and communication technology (email, file sharing, virtual meetings)

Personal competencies and characteristics

•          A solid commitment to Christ and the Church, and a growing personal faith
•          Familiarity with the Christian tradition and Scriptures
•          An energetic and inspirational leader
•          Problem-solving, decision-making, planning, organization and communication (verbal and written) skills
•          Motivated and flexible
•          A strong team player with organizational, communication and interpersonal skills and an enthusiastic presence for leading the congregation in worship
•          Ability to motivate musicians at all levels of proficiency
•          Ability to encourage and develop the creative gifts, talents, and abilities of volunteers to enhance worship
•          Commitment to building inclusivity and diversity, and to lifelong learning

Accountability

•          Reports to the Worship Committee, with a dotted line responsibility to the Minister of Worship, Pastoral Care and Spiritual Development.

Employment Details

•          Hours of work:

o   Part-time 20 hours per week, with the potential to increase hours as the role and Music Program develops
o   Hybrid options can be explored

•          Compensation:

o   Based on experience and professional qualifications and with reference to RCCO guidelines

•          Benefits:

o   An attractive and comprehensive United Church of Canada group benefits program is provided, including but not limited to a Pension Plan, Dental, and Extended Health Care 

Application Process

•          Submit a resume highlighting music leadership experience and relevant education, along with a cover letter
•          Please send application to recruitment@centralunitedchurch.com

Peachtree Road United Methodist Church (Full Time)

Director of Music

Atlanta, Georgia

Description

Peachtree Road United Methodist Church (PRUMC) seeks a Director of Music to lead one of the nation’s most distinguished church music programs. Reporting to the Senior Minister, the Director of Music serves as both artistic leader and spiritual guide, stewarding a music ministry that is central to worship, spiritual formation, and congregational life.

The Director provides vision and leadership for all aspects of PRUMC’s Music & Arts program, including worship planning, choral and instrumental music, concerts, special services, and festivals. Core responsibilities include directing the renowned Chancel Choir and affiliated ensembles, collaborating closely with clergy and staff on liturgy, and serving as principal organist as needed. The role also oversees a professional music staff, manages budgets and resources, supports volunteer musicians, and cultivates strong relationships with donors, guest artists, and the wider music community.

This position requires exceptional choral conducting skills, strong organ proficiency, deep knowledge of traditional sacred and liturgical music, and the ability to inspire volunteers with warmth, pastoral sensitivity, and excellence. The Director of Music is called to build upon PRUMC’s legacy of musical distinction while shaping a vibrant, faithful future for a large and engaged congregation.

Full Job Description:

https://bit.ly/PRUMCLP

To Apply:

To express interest or to suggest a prospect, please call Patti Kish or Sam Pettway at 404-BoardWalk (404-262-7392) or email PRUMC@BoardWalkConsulting.com

For more information on Peachtree Road United Methodist Church visit the following: https://www.prumc.org/ 

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC 

GRACE ANGLICAN CHURCH, MILTON, ONTARIO, CANADA 

JOB DESCRIPTION-DIRECTOR OF MUSIC (PART TIME) 

Grace Anglican Church is seeking a talented and creative Director of Music who will lead and nurture a vibrant music ministry at public worship services. The candidate should be a team player with strong interpersonal skills, working collaboratively with the Rector, volunteer music team and other church staff. 

The candidate will be proficient in organ, piano performance and directing a chancel choir and will also accompany the choir and the congregation in various styles of music to engage our diverse community. 

Key Responsibilities 
Under the supervision of the Rector. 

• 10:00AM Sunday Eucharist plus offertory hymn at 8:00AM Sunday Eucharist 
• Weekly Thursday evening choir rehearsals from Labour Day until Pentecost. 
• Music selection in consultation with the rector. 
• Additional Services: 

o Christmas Eve Eucharist as determined by rector, typically 5:00PM, 7:30PM and 11:00PM 
o During Holy Week: 
o Ash Wednesday evening Eucharist 
o Maundy Thursday evening Eucharist, Good Friday morning service, Holy Saturday early evening 
o Easter Vigil 
o Available for weddings and funerals 

Qualifications 
1. Proven skill as an organist and pianist 
2. A diploma or degree in music from college, university or conservatory would be an asset 
3. Knowledge of traditional and contemporary Christian hymnody 
4. Experience in choral conducting – ability to work with singers of all skill levels 
5. Strong organizational and communication skills 
6. Knowledge of Anglican liturgical tradition would be a strong asset 

Employment Details 

• Part-time position (13-14 hours per week): hours and remuneration to be discussed. 
• Location: Grace Anglican Church, 317 Main Street East, Milton, Ontario, L9T 1P5. 
• Start date: August/September 2026. 
• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

To Apply: 

Please email resume by March 31, 2026 to: secretary@gracechurchmilton.com

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

Grace Church Milton welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including people with disabilities, for all vacancies. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Requests should be sent to: secretary@gracechurchmilton.com

We thank everyone who applies. Please note, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

For more information on Grace Church visit the following: 

Website: https://gracechurchmilton.com/ 

Youtube @gracechurchmiltonontario3902

Parish Music Director Job Description

Job Posting Brief

We are seeking a pastoral musician to be Parish Music Director and lead our music ministry.

The Parish Music Director will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and leading the parish music ministry; planning, preparing, rehearsing and leading music for Sunday liturgies and other special services including but not limited to Advent, Christmas, and Holy Week.

Our ideal candidate has a good understanding of music in liturgy and the ability to incorporate music into the worship experience.

 Duties and Responsibilities

●       Provide musical leadership from the organ and piano.

●       Direct, lead, and develop the church choir in rehearsals and worship.

●       Support congregational singing in worship.

●       Arrange for and support guest musicians or special music when necessary.

●       Plan and coordinate, in consultation with the Rector, music for weekly liturgies, special, seasonal and collaborative services

●       Collaborate with parish staff on behalf of the music ministry, the success of current and potential future programming.

●       Maintain and oversee the care of musical instruments, equipment and music library, including weekly reporting to OneLicense.

●       Develop and manage the music ministry budget in consultation with the Rector and Parish Council.

●       Promote the public face of music in the parish, including outreach, where possible. 

Conditions of Work

●       Leadership of a diverse group of volunteer singers and musicians.

●       Performance at a professional standard on piano and organ; or an excellent command of piano with the intent to master the organ through professional development.

●       Work includes evenings, weekend and select statutory holidays.  Regularly scheduled:  Thursday evenings, September through June, and Sunday mornings, throughout the year.  Select special, seasonal and collaborative services are scheduled separately according to the liturgical calendar.  Seasonal variation in hours per week is to be expected:  more hours per week during Advent and Lent, fewer during summer months. 

●       Encouraged to join professional support groups such as The Hymn Society in the US and Canada.

●       Weddings and funerals held in the parish are not included in the standard contract.  Music Director will be given rights of first refusal or may charge a bench fee in lieu.  The Music Director may set own fees for service, in consultation with the Rector and Wardens.

●       Paid vacation, 4-weeks.  Standard benefits package as per Diocese of the Islands and Inlets.

●       The Music Director has use of the parish instruments for personal practice.

●       The Music Director may request scheduled access to the church building and instruments for purposes of teaching.  Permission is subject to availability, approval of the Rector, and the concurrence of Wardens.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will have:

●       Training and experience in church music leadership.

●       Skill as a leader of choral music, and ease working with a diverse group of volunteer singers and musicians.

●       A professional standard of playing on piano and organ; or an excellent command of piano with the intent to master the organ through professional development.

●       A degree or certification in music.

●       Strong knowledge of traditional and contemporary hymns, music for worship in various styles, and the sacred choral literature.

●       Excellent leadership and communication skills

Additional Information 

•          Job Title: Parish Music Director
•          Work Environment: Church setting.  Evening, weekend, and holiday hours, according to the liturgical calendar, are required to complete the Duties and Responsibilities and Conditions of Work.  Diocesan policies related to employment such as Safe Church and Respectful Conduct.
•          Reporting Structure: Reports to the Rector of St. Luke Cedar Hill
•          Salary: $24,000-$25,500, based on candidate experience and qualifications
•          Location: Saanich, BC in the Greater Victoria region
•          Employment Type: Employee, part-time (based on average 14 hours per week)
•          Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our community.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
•          Application Instructions:  Please submit a cover letter, an academic or narrative CV, outlining your qualifications and experience, and contact for three references familiar with your work in church music to [ hr@stlukecedarhill.ca ].
  o   Closing date for Applications:  28 February 2026
  o   All applications will be acknowledged at time of submission.
  o   Information submitted as a part of this application will be used only by the parish and only to assess candidacy for this position.  According to BC PIPA, application materials will be retained by the parish for one year from the date of application and thereafter destroyed.
  o   AI will not be used to review and assess applications.
  o   All candidates will be notified of application status within 45 days of the final interview for the position.
  o   Anticipated short-list interviews:  March 2026
  o   Anticipated Start:  1 July 2026

Part-time Music Director, St. Andrew’s-Chalmers Presbyterian Church, Uxbridge, ON

St. Andrew’s-Chalmers Presbyterian Church is a vibrant, missional, and community-oriented congregation in the heart of downtown Uxbridge. Our building serves as a hub for local outreach and hospitality, hosting the Loaves and Fishes Food Bank, the Uxbridge Community Soup Lunch, Messy Church, and our Knit and Knatter ministry.

We are a growing, intergenerational church committed to living out our mission by putting faith into action—offering care, compassion, and a sense of belonging to all who enter our doors.

Job Overview

With a rich musical heritage that has shaped our worship for generations, our congregation continues to embrace both traditional hymns and contemporary expressions of praise. We are seeking a Music Director who will build on this legacy, lead us with creativity and skill, and inspire our worship and choir as we share the love of Christ with our community.

Musical Responsibilities

•          Lead weekly Thursday evening choir rehearsal from September until mid-June, plus choir warmup / rehearsal at least 30 minutes prior to each service in which the choir is participating
•          Direct, educate and nurture members of the SATB volunteer choir
•          Play piano / organ to accompany hymns / praise songs, choral anthems and occasional special music (soloist/duet/small group) during 10:30 a.m. Sunday service, and other special services, such as Christmas Eve and Good Friday
•          Provide piano or organ prelude prior to service, and postlude after service
•          On occasion, oversee the musical involvement of children in special programs
•          Encourage and support the participation during services of others from within the congregation to present their musical talents as needed
•          Right of first refusal to provide music for weddings or funerals (compensated separately)

Administrative Responsibilities

•          Coordinate with the Minister, who normally selects the hymns / praise songs for services, to appropriately select choral anthems for each worship service
•          Prepare for seasonal events (Christmas Eve, Good Friday, Easter, Anniversary Sunday, etc.)
•          Participate in meetings with staff and members of church committees as needed
•          Maintain choral music library and copyright permission for all music; purchase new music in accordance with allocated budget
•          Become familiar and proficient with the hybrid configuration of the organ
•          Oversee and/or participate in organ maintenance, piano tuning and maintenance in accordance with allocated budget, and documentation of such activities
•          Arrange for a competent substitute organist with agreement of the Minister and HR committee for coverage during personal absences
•          Coordinate July & August worship service musicians (substitution for choral anthems)

Skills & Experience Required

•          Strong keyboarding skills on organ and piano
•          Previous experience directing, recruiting and working with a volunteer choir
•          Proficient in educating choir members of varying skill levels
•          Familiarity with the Presbyterian Church liturgy, hymnal and praise songs is an asset
•          Excellent verbal and written communication and reliability
•          Strong organizational skills and interpersonal skills
•          Successful applicant must provide a current, clean police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to starting in this role in accordance with the Leading with Care policy of the Presbyterian Church in Canada

Other Opportunities

•          Access to the sanctuary piano or organ for teaching privileges, pending Session approval
•          Reduced rental fees for recitals or concerts, or other church spaces, pending Session approval

This position is ideal for individuals who are not only musically talented but who also possess leadership qualities that can support and inspire others to reach their full potential in their musical journey and spiritual life.

Job Details

Location:  40B Toronto Street South, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1G9  Phone: 905-852-6262
Website:  https://standrewschalmers.ca/
Job Type:  Part-Time, 8 to 10 hours per week, Renewable Annual Contract
Probationary Period: 3 months, starting September 1^st, 2026
Compensation:  Negotiable, based upon experience
Instruments:  Custom hybrid 1900s era pipe and digital organ with approximately 90 stops specific to digital sample set; 2007 Knabe Grand Piano
Start Date:  Negotiable, preferably mid-April / 2026

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume by February 6^th, 2026:
By mail:
St. Andrew’s – Chalmers Presbyterian Church,
Music Director Search Committee
40B Toronto Street South,
Uxbridge, ON
L9P 1G9

By email: sacpc40@gmail.com  Please include “Music Director Search” in the subject line.