Director of Music Job Description

Ministry Position Title: Director of Music.

Church: St Peter and St Simon-the-Apostle - 525 Bloor Street East, Toronto, ON M4W 1J1

Our Context:
The Anglican Church of St Peter and St Simon-the-Apostle in the heart of downtown Toronto has a strong tradition of liturgical excellence with music as an essential part of our mission and ministry. We seek a Music Director who is creative, collaborative, passionate about teaching, and upholds music as an integral part of worship and parish life.

SPSS is a diverse, inclusive community of faith, rooted in the classical Anglican tradition. Skill and experience as an organist and choral director well-versed in the traditional Anglican form of worship and improvisation are essential.

Music at SPSS is supported by a three-manual Cassavant pipe organ, a Heintzman grand piano, an extensive music library and a large rehearsal room. Opportunities exist to include different instruments and genres in worship which affirm tradition while being open to new ideas and styles.

The SPSS choir sings at the 10.30 am Sunday service and regularly scheduled Evensong and other services throughout the year. The choir includes professional section leads who provide assistance to the Director for choir development in achieving musical and liturgical excellence.

The Director will report to and work closely with the Incumbent in the planning of music for worship. Remuneration is commensurate with the guidelines of the Royal Canadian College of Organists.

Music Director Position:

• This is a part-time position, 15-20 hours per week. The parish shall assess the performance, skills and other attributes and characteristics of the successful applicant during a probation period of 3 months.

• The successful applicant shall have the opportunity to learn about both SPSS and the position during the probationary period.

• The position will be formalised either as a contract for services of an independent contractor, or as part-time employment. Documentation will be based on the standard terms of the Anglican Diocese of Toronto.

• Either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time during the initial three-month probationary period without notice, in which case there will be no continuing obligations of the parties to each other, financial or otherwise.

• After a successful probation, 90 days notice of termination is requested.

Reports to: Incumbent, Church Wardens

Requirements of the Position:

• To ensure worship services are led and supported at a high standard through instrumental and choral music in a way that the congregation is encouraged in dignified worship and focussed on faith formation.

• Provide leadership in the ministry of music which is sensitive to the Anglican tradition, goals and practices of the parish, and the seasons of the liturgical year.

• To build and nurture the parish choir.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Keen attention to the liturgical life of the parish to plan and lead the music for Sunday services, Holy Days, and occasional services - these may include Evensong, mid-week services, weddings, funerals, and ecumenical events held at the church.

• Assess the needs of the music ministry to direct, nurture and train the parish choir.

• Lead the weekly Thursday choir rehearsal and one Sunday morning rehearsal (September to June).

• Develop musical techniques to encourage fuller congregational participation in worship.

• Coordinate maintenance of instruments.

• Manage and maintain the music library, purchase choir music, vestments and engage supplemental musicians.

• Ensure all copyright laws are followed.

• Be responsible for submitting an annual budget to the Church Wardens for approval by the Vestry.

• Track and submit monthly choir section lead fee payment to the Church office.

• Arrange for guest musicians, vocalists, or organists for special services or events.

• Participate in diocesan musical activities, and attend conferences, workshop and seminars for continuing education for professional growth and the benefit of the congregation

• Maintain a safe environment for all participants with the requirement to ascribe to the Sexual Misconduct Policy of the Diocese and participate in the Responsible Ministry/ Screening in Faith Policy and programme.

• Participate in an annual performance review of the position.

• Participate in meetings as arranged with the Incumbent/or his or her designate and reporting any concerns in a timely manner

Skills, Experience and Qualities Required:

• Accomplished organist with a high proficiency as an accompanist and teacher. Music education/training, e.g., A.R.C.T., B.Mus., B.F.A., R.C.C.O. Certification or the equivalent.

• Understanding of the Anglican tradition and liturgy with the knowledge of the traditional liturgical repertoire including Anglican Chant, Plainchant, liturgical settings and other service music repertoire.

• Adept at improvisation.

• Experience teaching choral technique to train and lead a choir.

• Ability to foster and teach congregational singing.

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to communicate effectively in a team environment.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Support, Supervision and Evaluation:

• The Incumbent and Wardens will conduct an annual performance review.

• Support is provided by the parish particularly the Clergy, Wardens and Choristers.

Limits of the Position:

• Have at least one screened leader present when working with children or youth.

• Comply with the Diocesan Responsible Ministry: Screening in Faith Policy which includes a Police Records Check.

Terms of Work/Service: 15-20 hours per week estimated.

• The Director shall have a vacation of one month with pay to be scheduled at the mutual convenience of the parties, but which cannot be scheduled during festival seasons of the Church.

Training Provided:

• Position-specific training (pre-requisite).

• In-service training (on-going as needed).

• Diocesan Responsible Ministry/Sexual Misconduct training.

Position Risk Assessment: High

Benefits & Opportunities:

• To make a significant contribution to the faith formation of the parish through the music ministry.

• Potential to develop a music programme for children and youth.

• The Director of Music has the first option to play at weddings and funerals. He/she will receive an honorarium.

• The Director of Music may give private music instruction on the church premises with the use of church instruments provided it does not interfere with normal church activities.

• A designated parking space for one automobile.

Remuneration:

Paid in accordance with the guidelines of the Royal Canadian College of Organists.

Please submit your cover letter and Curriculum Vitae to:
The Church of St Peter St Simon-the-Apostle
Organist and Choir Director Search Committee
525 Bloor Street East
Toronto ON M4W IJ1

Telephone: 416.923.8714
Email: office@stpeterstsimon.ca (Please include “Director of Music” in the subject line).
Deadline to apply is June 20, 2025

Applications will be reviewed as received.

St. Helen’s Anglican Church, Surrey, BC seeks a qualified musician on piano and pipe organ for the music ministry of the parish. Nestled in the heart of Surrey and the Lower Mainland, the congregation is vibrant and growing. The church celebrates 113 years of faithful ministry in November 2025 and is a designated heritage building. The parish is used to having an amateur choir over the years, however since the Covid 19 Pandemic the choir has been unable to form as a group. One of our goals is to rebuild the choir so that they are best able to lead congregational singing during worship. The successful candidate will collaborate with the Rector in planning liturgy, music, and hymn selections for each season. Over time, as the choir develops additional rehearsal time led by the musician may be required. Additional responsibilities include producing a written Music/Choir Report to be included in the annual Vestry package each year. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as described in the Royal Canadian College of Organists (RCCO) Salary Guidelines. This is a part time position, up to 10 hrs per week. As the music program extends beyond 10hrs, the musician will be compensated accordingly. Applications, with a resume and three references included will be received until June 30, 2025, or until the post is filled. The wardens and Rector thank all applications, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. For more information and to apply, please direct inquiries or applications to churchoffice@shawbiz.ca. 

St. John's Norway is an urban church experiencing wonderful revitalization, close to TTC and ample parking. The church seeks a creative, passionate Music Director to provide musical leadership in public worship for the congregation.  The Sanctuary is equipped with a Geo S Hutchings, Opus 426 (1896) rebuilt by Stuart Organ Co., Opus 30R (1978) 2-manual organ and a Baldwin grand piano, both to be used during worship in traditional and contemporary settings.  A 20-voice SATB choir (with 4 leads) rehearses on Thursday evenings and worships on Sundays at 10:30AM.     Salary to be determined based on experience/qualifications with reference to RCCO guidelines to a maximum 12-month gross to be determined. Time commitment is an estimated 15 hours a week with 1 month (4 Sundays) paid vacation. See job posting (http://stjohnsnorway.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Music-Director-Position.pdf) for more details.  Those interested are encouraged to forward their enquiries and resumes to the Rev. Molly Finlay at rector@stjohnsnorway.com.  

Director of Music and Organist – Position Description
April 2025

Overview of the Position

• Position: Director of Music and Organist, St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Ottawa
• Hours: 20 hours per week; position includes benefits
• Compensation: Based on RCCO guidelines and as negotiated
• Reports to: Incumbent and Churchwardens
• Start Date: August 2025

About St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Ottawa

St. Matthew’s, The Anglican Church in the Glebe is situated between First and Glebe Avenues. This handsome stone structure, which opened in 1930, for many in the community continues to serve as a spiritual and social cornerstone. St. Matthew’s is a vibrant Christian community that welcomes everyone. A standard of excellent music-making has always been a part of St. Matthew’s history. The music program supports the life of the Parish of St. Matthew’s in its contribution to the worship experience.

Music at St. Matthew’s

St. Matthew’s holds weekly worship services throughout the year with additional services during Advent-Christmas and Lent-Easter cycles. Music for this worship is anchored in the Anglican choral tradition of hymns and anthems, plus the exploration of new compositions.

St. Matthew’s choir is a group of 25 singers dedicated to the discipline of Anglican choral music. It is an auditioned ensemble of men and women, including four paid choral scholars. The adult choir performs from Labour Day to mid-June for weekly and special services.

There is also a children’s choir. They participate monthly in worship services with the adult choir.

The choirs are accompanied by an organ that has significant links back to a 21-stop pipe organ built in 1909 by Casavant Freres for the church’s first sanctuary. In 1957, the organ was rebuilt and more than doubled in size by the British firm of Hill, Norman and Beard, and included a nine-stop Positiv division. The organ was rebuilt a final time by Orgues Baumgarten and dedicated in June, 2002.

It is understood by the parish that large sections of the instrument are at the end of their life. To come on as Director of Music and Organist (henceforth identified as D of M) at this time is an exciting opportunity to assist in the refurbishment of the organ and to head up both the process of acquiring a used or new organ console and the fundraising opportunities to make this happen. There is also a Yamaha grand piano and two harpsicords

Worship Services at St. Matthew’s

Sunday 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
St. Matthew’s offers a weekly choral Eucharist with a vested choir. The liturgy is drawn from the Book of Alternative Services including hymns from Common Praise. The choir chants the psalm each week using either plainsong or Anglican chant settings. Each week the choir presents a Gradual anthem plus an anthem after communion. St. Matthew’s music library houses a rich collection of anthems and motets ranging from Renaissance polyphony to modern-day compositions

Choral Evensong
Choral Evensong is presented at 4:00 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month from October to June.

Other Services
There is a said service in St. Matthew’s chapel each Sunday at 8:00 a.m. There is also a said Holy Eucharist on Thursdays at 10 a.m. in the chapel, drawing from the traditional language of the Book of Alternative Services.

Funerals and Weddings
The D of M works with the Incumbent and families to plan weddings and funerals which are separately remunerated.

Concerts and other Music Events
Concerts and other music events may be presented throughout the year at the discretion of the D of M in consultation with the Incumbent and the Corporation. Plans and budgets must be authorized by Corporation and the D of M will be compensated separately for the rehearsal and performance time required for such events.

The Position of Director of Music: Responsibilities

• Adult rehearsals are held every Thursday from 7:00-9:00 p.m. and an hour before Sunday services. The children’s choir rehearses from 4:30 to 5:15 on Mondays.
• The D of M is required to play for and conduct the liturgy at the 10:30 Choral Eucharist on Sunday mornings.
• The D of M is required to conduct the monthly 4:00 p.m. Evensong liturgy but may have a guest organist.
• The D of M is responsible for directing, training and rehearsing the choirs. They will develop and maintain a cooperative, dedicated group. A safe learning environment for youth members is required.
• The D of M will encourage participation by choir members and other parishioners in the wide range of tasks necessary to prepare for and conduct any musical performances and events authorized by the Corporation.
• The D of M works in close communication with the Incumbent to plan, execute and implement the musical elements of worship and liturgy. The D of M attends weekly staff meetings with the Incumbent and Parish Administrator to plan upcoming services over the short and long term.
• The D of M is responsible for providing music for Sunday worship, for major festivals of the Christian calendar and other liturgical events that require music. This includes researching and selecting hymns, anthems and other appropriate music.
• The D of M is responsible for the recruitment of new members of the choir, mentoring the choir, training and teaching choir members.
• The D of M is responsible for submitting an annual music budget to the Finance Committee and this would include items such as: selection and hiring of choral scholars, amounts for instrument maintenance and repairs, purchase of choral music and scores, guest organists for evensong and instrumentalists for special services.
• The D of M is responsible to oversee the care of the church organs, pianos and harpsichords with routine tuning and maintenance. Recommendations regarding repair are to be made to the appropriate authorities.
• The D of M is familiar with Anglican liturgy and tradition. The D of M has excellent leadership, teaching and communication skills.

Specific Qualifications of the Director of Music

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Music Degree or Diploma from the Royal Canadian College of Organists (RCCO)
• Membership in RCCO preferred
• Experience directing choirs and instrumentalists
• Proficient ability in various styles of music on piano and organ and harpsicord

Other Terms and Details

• Employment commencing in August 2025
• Compensation and terms to be determined based on RCCO guidelines and as agreed by the Incumbent and the St. Matthew’s Corporation
• A live audition including rehearsing the choir, playing the organ and an interview with members of the Search Committee will be required
• Willingness to undergo a police records check

Application

Please submit your application to the Parish Administrator, by May 31, 2025 admin@stmatthewsottawa.ca

Inquiries about the position are welcome. All applications are considered with strictest confidence.

Director of Music

The Oratorian Fathers and Brothers of St Philip Neri seek a musically accomplished and creative Director and Organist to inherit and expansively develop the liturgical music of a vibrant parish in Toronto’s west end.

On Sunday, the principal mass is sung in English at 11 am (preceded by two masses without music, in English at 8:30 and a traditional Latin mass at 9:30). The 11 am Mass is presently supported by a small, amateur parish choir which the successful applicant will aim to enrich with both new singers and a more ambitious repertoire.

The major feasts of the liturgical year are typically also celebrated solemnly in the same way as at 11 am on Sundays, and we likewise intend that under the new Director these too will become musically more substantial.

In addition, the successful applicant will be responsible for assisting in nurturing the musical culture of the staff and children of St Vincent de Paul Elementary School, which is situated adjacent to the church, and playing for monthly school Masses (the candidate is not required to hold an Ontario teaching credential). He or she will also have first refusal of playing for weddings and funerals, which will be paid separately.

The organ at St Vincent de Paul is Casavant op. 1462 (II/20), essentially unaltered since its installation in 1932. Benefiting from the generous and resonant acoustic of the church, this instrument nonetheless will require repair and cleaning in the coming years, and the successful applicant will have an important role in directing this project, in conjunction with ongoing repairs to the church and parish hall.

Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and RCCO guidelines. The Archdiocese of Toronto supplies a benefit package including three weeks of paid vacation, a group benefits plan (health, dental, life insurance, travel medical insurance, long term disability, and Employee and Family Assistance Program), and the opportunity to join the archdiocesan pension plan. Time commitment is approximately 20 hours per week, with more required during the major liturgical seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent and Easter.

We invite candidates to learn more about the Toronto Oratory, which by the invitation of the Archdiocese of Toronto has the care of St Vincent de Paul parish, by visiting our website at https://oratory-toronto.org and the parish page therein: https://oratory-toronto.org/st-vincent-de-paul-parish/ The parish also has an Instagram account here: https://www.instagram.com/svptoronto/

To apply, please submit the following:

• •    A cover letter outlining your interest and experience.
• •    A resume detailing your qualifications.
• •    Contact details for three references.

Send applications via email to the pastor, Fr Daniel Utrecht, at dutrecht@yahoo.ca by April 30 2025. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview and audition by May 15 2025.

Organist

Saints Joachim & Ann Catholic Church, 2827 273 Street,  Aldergrove, BC

Saints Joachim & Ann Church is a small suburban parish, with over 200 registered families.  There is an 11 rank Casavant Frères Organ (1954) in the choir gallery and a 5 rank chamber organ (1879) near the sanctuary. This role includes accompanying the choir which sings antiphons and psalmody, Gregorian chant and metered hymns as well as preparing appropriate musical selections for preludes, interludes, and postludes for the 10 AM Sunday Mass and at major feast days of the liturgical year.  The position requires a commitment of approximately six hours per week, beginning May 4, 2025.  The organist would work closely with the choir director and under the direction and supervision the parish priest.


Musical and Liturgical Requirements

1. Demonstrated proficiency on the organ
2. Experience in choral direction an asset
3. Knowledge and understanding of Catholic liturgy an asset or a willingness to be trained in Catholic church music

Compensation

Compensation is negotiable and will be based on experience and studies in line with the Royal Canadian College of Organists (RCCO) Salary of Recommended Salaries (The Royal Canadian College of Organists - Table of Recommended Salaries (rcco.ca).

Interested candidates should submit a resume to parish.ssja@rcav.org  All applications will be treated in strictest confidence.  Applications and enquiries should be directed to Fr Lawrence Donnelly.

Director of Music – Job Description

Christ Church Cathedral, Montreal

Who we are:

Set in the heart of Montreal, Christ Church Cathedral is a diverse and inclusive community, welcoming people of all cultural backgrounds, ages, life experiences, genders and sexual orientations and valuing the rich spiritual gifts they bring. The members of the Cathedral community have expressed a strong appreciation for the Anglican tradition of choral music and an openness to new and creative ways of taking that tradition into the future. We are therefore looking for a new Director of Music with experience, creative ideas and leadership qualities, who would like to become part of the Cathedral community.

Role summary:

The Director of Music works under the direction of the Dean of the Cathedral and is responsible for developing and directing the musical aspects of the Cathedral’s liturgical program in collaboration with the clergy. As such, the Director is responsible for the choir, choral scholars and the organ assistant and organ scholar programs, as well as ensuring the maintenance and development of the Cathedral’s material musical assets. The new Director of Music will combine a depth of knowledge of liturgical music traditions and practical experience with creativity and vision to fashion the Cathedral’s music ministry for years to come.

Skills and experience:

Required

• Excellent music skills as a choir conductor.
• Excellent organist skills, to the Royal Canadian College of Organists’ FRCCO standard or equivalent, including good liturgical improvisation skills.
• Pedagogical skills and experience working with adult choirs and musicians.
• Openness to integrating works from other liturgical and cultural origins to reflect the diversity and inclusivity of the cathedral's community, our city, and our international visitors.
• A team player, able to work cooperatively with the clergy and others in planning the liturgical year.
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for sharing music and music education with the whole cathedral community and as part of our outreach ministry.
• Organizational and management skills. Proficiency with communication technology (email, social media, zoom).

Preferred

• Three years experience as the director of music in another parish or cathedral.
• Working knowledge of the Anglican or closely related liturgical tradition, and the role of music within it; commitment to maintain and expand that tradition.
• Fundraising experience in order to support the work and development of the music department.
• Interest in working with children and developing single events and/or ongoing programs for them would be an asset.
• The Cathedral is striving to be bilingual. It is highly desirable that our director of music be or become reasonably comfortable in both English and French. We will be pleased to assist in this process.

Responsibilities:

Liturgical responsibilities

• Meets regularly with members of the clergy to plan weekly services and the liturgical seasons.
• Chooses all liturgical music, in consultation with the Dean, other clergy and/or committees as appropriate:

• Normally the choral Eucharist and Evensong settings, anthems, psalms, litanies, all hymns – this includes music for all regular and special Sundays, and special events such as festivals, carol services and Holy Week liturgies.

Responsibilities for the choir, assistant organist, organ scholar, and choral scholars

• Trains and develops the choir by conducting regular rehearsals.
• Organizes and provides singing schedules and music lists to choristers.
• Recruits and supervises the work of the professional and volunteer singers.
• Supervises and organizes the work of the Assistant Organist and Organ Scholar.
• Oversees and advises other regular musicians, as appropriate.
• Sees to the efficient and harmonious functioning of all Cathedral musicians and their integration into their liturgical and Cathedral duties.

Musical responsibilities

• Prepares and performs music for all services and/or provides opportunity for the assistant organists to perform as appropriate.
• Provides music for occasional Diocesan events, working with the Bishop and the diocesan Liturgical Officer.
• Ensures that there is someone available to provide music, if required, for all weddings, funerals and other similar occasional offices in the Cathedral. Fees for these services shall be above regular salary.
• Recruits and supervises professional and volunteer instrumentalists for special services, when appropriate and within the music budget.
• Occasionally works with Cathedral groups, such as dancers or dramatic readers, when liturgical music is required.
• Occasionally contributes to and helps plan special events as organist or conductor (Journées de la culture, Nuit blanche, Sing-Along Messiah, Pride Mass, etc.).

Administrative responsibilities

• Provides liturgical musical information, as appropriate, to the Cathedral administrator for inclusion in weekly and special bulletins, and to publicise on social media.
• Ensures compliance with copyright and licensing laws as administered by SOCAN, CCLI or any other international performance rights organization, as appropriate.
• Manages the music budget.
• Works with the Cathedral administrator and bookkeeper to schedule payments for musicians.

Work with committees

• Music Committee: Works with the Music Committee on developing music in the Cathedral, including outreach and educational opportunities, and associated fundraising efforts if necessary.
• Cathedral Forum: Reports periodically on the music program to the regular meetings of Cathedral Forum and writes a yearly report for inclusion in the Cathedral's annual report to Vestry.
• Corporation: In conjunction with the Corporation, gives input on the ongoing development of concert series and concert rental projects as appropriate.

Responsibility for the material music assets

• Oversees the maintenance of the music library, adding to it within the limits of the budget.
• Oversees the care of the church organs, pianos and other church instruments and makes recommendations regarding maintenance and repair.
  

Status:

This is a 30 hours per week position. The Cathedral follows the Royal Canadian College of Organists‘ recommended pay scale. Additional benefits are available (health and dental coverage, life insurance and pension plan).

Applications:

Interested candidates should send a letter of application indicating their interest in the position, a completed application form, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three references.

Longlisted candidates will be asked to send a link to a video of themselves performing the following pieces: Nun komm der Heiden Heiland BWV661 by Bach and one modern or contemporary work of their choice, which could also be a choral performance which they are conducting, prior to a possible Zoom interview. The shortlisted candidates will be invited to a final in-person interview scheduled for late May or early June 2025. Referees will be contacted at that point.

This position is subject to a satisfactory police check.

Anticipated start date will be around August 15, 2025, subject to negotiations.

Please send applications to:

The Very Rev’d Bertrand Olivier
Dean, Christ Church Cathedral
E-mail: bertrand.olivier@montrealcathedral.ca

Application deadline: April 25th, 2025, at midday.

Organist/Accompanist – Eden United Church, Mississauga

Eden United Church in Mississauga, Ontario, is an inclusive faith community with a vibrant music program, including the Eden Adult Choir and Eden Bells aPeel handbell choir, under the direction of our Music Director, as well as Edenfolk, a contemporary music group.

We are seeking an Organist/Accompanist to collaborate with the Music Director in providing musical leadership for our worship services. This role includes accompanying rehearsals and services, as well as preparing appropriate musical selections for prelude, offertory, and postlude. The position requires a commitment of approximately six hours per week, beginning July 1, 2025.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Proficiency in piano and organ at a Bachelor of Music level or equivalent (Royal Conservatory certification also considered).
• Ability to perform a broad range of musical genres, including traditional and contemporary sacred music.
• Strong collaboration skills to work closely with the Music Director, choir members, and other musicians.

Application Process:

We invite candidates to learn more about our congregation by visiting our website: www.edenunitedchurch.com, and our YouTube Channel Eden United Church, Mississauga - YouTube to view past services.

To apply, please submit the following:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience.
• A resume detailing your qualifications.
• Contact details for three references.

Send applications via email to applications@edenunitedchurch.com by April 21, 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and audition.

We look forward to welcoming a passionate musician to our team!

Holy Trinity, Guildwood is looking for a new Music Director

Part-time 8-10 hours per week

$15,000 to $20,000 per annum

Searching for a candidate who is eager to help us continue to grow our dynamic Music Ministry by embracing a variety of styles of music, including traditional hymnody, Christian contemporary, classical and popular song. We have an Allen 2-manual organ and a Roland digital piano.

This is a part-time position of approximately 8-10 hours including weekly Sunday service and choir rehearsal.

If you are a versatile keyboardist and assured lead singer with a creative, confident and collegial working style, who would enjoy leading a small but knowledgeable and dedicated choir, while working with clergy, video team, children, drama groups and other musicians, we would like to meet with you.

We are a warm, friendly and inclusive congregation who also enjoy hosting and taking part in the special festivals and concerts of the Village of Guildwood.

To apply, please send your resume to office@trinityguildwood.org

St. Luke’s, East York is looking for a talented and creative Director of Music who can lead and nurture a vibrant ministry of music at our 10:30am worship service. We are looking for a team player with strong interpersonal skills who can work collaboratively with other members of the volunteer music team and church staff.

You will be proficient on the piano and/or organ and have the ability to accompany the choir and the congregation in various styles of music.

You will have excellent organizational and communication skills along with a collegial and flexible leadership style. Familiarity with or openness to the ethos and liturgy of The Anglican Church of Canada would be an asset.

Core Areas of Responsibility

● Plan and select appropriate and varied music for church services and special occasions during the church calendar year in consultation with the Priest-in-charge and volunteer choir lead

● Direct the volunteer choir in weekly practices from September to June.

● Lead the choir and congregation at the 10:30am service September to August. This will also include additional services such as Christmas Eve and Good Friday.

● Engage and conduct soloists, instrumentalists and others to enhance the musical experience.

This is a part-time contract position offering 5-7 hours per week with the possibility to negotiate additional hours where necessary. Contract is over 12 months. The salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications, using the RCCO Salary scale as a guideline. Applications should be received by May 5, 2025. The desired start date is June 1, 2025.

For more information, or to apply for this position, please send an email to the church office:
st.luke@ca.inter.net

If you are applying for the position, please attach your résumé and a cover letter in MS Word or PDF format. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke’s!