The First Congregational Church of Sharon, MA (located 25 miles south of Boston) a UCC affiliated church is seeking a regular part-time 15 hr/wk Organist/Choir Director beginning September 1, 2013. FCC of Sharon has a strong music tradition with a committed and energetic 25-30 member adult choir, a pastor who loves music and working with music leaders, and many gifted musicians, adults and children, within the congregation. Organ: 1985 Roche Organ Company, mechanical key action, electric stop action and stopkey combination action, 21 ranks, 3 keyboards.

 

The Music Director will be responsible for all aspects of the spiritual music ministry in conjunction with the Pastor and Music Chair, including but not limited to serving as the primary organist/pianist and senior choir director, and overseeing the development of a children/youth music program.  Primary responsibilities will include planning and providing organ music for all regular and holiday services, directing and accompanying the senior choir during weekly Tuesday night rehearsals and Sunday 10am worship, up to two special choir programs yearly and engaging others (vocalist and instrumentalists) from the congregation in music ministry of the church. Additional services such as weddings and funerals may be performed for additional compensation.

 

A successful candidate will have demonstrated proficiency in organ, choral conducting, and working with children and youth. A Bachelors’ degree in organ, sacred music, choir master, CAGO Certificate or its equivalent and a minimum of 3 years experience in church music or related experience is required. Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience.

 

Please send letter of interest and resume with references to:

 

Contact: Martha MacMillin, Music Committee Chair             

 

Website: http://fccofsharon.org