POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN THE CHARLESTON AREA
CHARLESTON (DANIEL ISLAND): PROVIDENCE BAPTIST CHURCH (CBF)
Providence Baptist Church on Daniel Island in Charleston, SC is seeking an Interim Minister of Music to coordinate worship with our church starting January 1, 2019 and ending upon the hire of a permanent Minister of Music. The ideal candidate must be proficient in coordinating and leading congregational worship. Previous experience as a Minister of Music/Music Director in a church setting is preferable. The interim Minister of Music will lead music at worship services, including Sunday mornings and special services throughout the year. They will be responsible for the coordination of special music presentations including soloists, ensembles, and provide overall direction of the adult choir.
The ideal candidate would have experience in equipping other musicians, recruiting volunteer instrumentalists and singers, and leading a diverse range of musical styles. The ideal candidate would possess expert professional skills in musicianship and conducting experience in directing classical and non-classical music styles. Moreover, they must have the ability to discern quality music in a variety of musical styles, with theologically appropriate texts, and maintain a “fine line”/balance of challenge and familiarity in musical selections for the choir and other groups.
This position is an interim temporary appointment and may be considered for the permanent opening.
WORK HOURS AND ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: This position will work 10-15 hours a week, reporting to the Interim Pastor, and will be based in the church office. The position requires attendance at weekly staff meetings and conducting rehearsals and worship planning. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Music, Theology, or other related field preferred and experience in a church related setting. Experience in planning, developing, and implementing congregational music. PAY: Negotiable based on experience.
Resumes should be sent to the church office at carolyn@providencecharleston.org.
Questions can be sent to Dr. Jennifer Morgan at jenwhipmorg@att.net. (Posted 8/27/18)
Providence Baptist Church on Daniel Island in Charleston, SC is seeking an Interim Minister of Music to coordinate worship with our church starting January 1, 2019 and ending upon the hire of a permanent Minister of Music. The ideal candidate must be proficient in coordinating and leading congregational worship. Previous experience as a Minister of Music/Music Director in a church setting is preferable. The interim Minister of Music will lead music at worship services, including Sunday mornings and special services throughout the year. They will be responsible for the coordination of special music presentations including soloists, ensembles, and provide overall direction of the adult choir.
The ideal candidate would have experience in equipping other musicians, recruiting volunteer instrumentalists and singers, and leading a diverse range of musical styles. The ideal candidate would possess expert professional skills in musicianship and conducting experience in directing classical and non-classical music styles. Moreover, they must have the ability to discern quality music in a variety of musical styles, with theologically appropriate texts, and maintain a “fine line”/balance of challenge and familiarity in musical selections for the choir and other groups.
This position is an interim temporary appointment and may be considered for the permanent opening.
WORK HOURS AND ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: This position will work 10-15 hours a week, reporting to the Interim Pastor, and will be based in the church office. The position requires attendance at weekly staff meetings and conducting rehearsals and worship planning. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Music, Theology, or other related field preferred and experience in a church related setting. Experience in planning, developing, and implementing congregational music. PAY: Negotiable based on experience.
Resumes should be sent to the church office at carolyn@providencecharleston.org.
Questions can be sent to Dr. Jennifer Morgan at jenwhipmorg@att.net. (Posted 8/27/18)
CHARLESTON: CATHEDRAL CHURCH OF ST. LUKE AND
ST. PAUL (ACNA)
The Cathedral Church of St. Luke and St. Paul, a historic church in Charleston, SC is seeking a part-time organist to play one traditional morning worship service as well as some special services throughout the church year. We need a gifted and creative organist who is experienced in playing worship services in the Anglican tradition, that works collegially with the Director of Choral Ministry who directs the choir and handles most administrative duties.
The Cathedral houses the first modern tracker organ in South Carolina. It was built in 1976 by Gabriel Kney, and has two manuals and thirty-six ranks. Specifications can be found at http://gabrielkney.net/specs_StLukeStPaulCharleston.html. For further information contact Larry Speakman at larry@your-cathderal.org. Click here for a PDF of complete responsibilities and qualifications. (Posted 8/4/2018)
ST. PAUL (ACNA)
The Cathedral Church of St. Luke and St. Paul, a historic church in Charleston, SC is seeking a part-time organist to play one traditional morning worship service as well as some special services throughout the church year. We need a gifted and creative organist who is experienced in playing worship services in the Anglican tradition, that works collegially with the Director of Choral Ministry who directs the choir and handles most administrative duties.
The Cathedral houses the first modern tracker organ in South Carolina. It was built in 1976 by Gabriel Kney, and has two manuals and thirty-six ranks. Specifications can be found at http://gabrielkney.net/specs_StLukeStPaulCharleston.html. For further information contact Larry Speakman at larry@your-cathderal.org. Click here for a PDF of complete responsibilities and qualifications. (Posted 8/4/2018)
BEAUFORT, SC: CARTERET STREET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Carteret Street United Methodist Church is seeking a part-time organist who will provide music in a worshipful spirit on Sunday morning and other occasions.
Profile:
Carteret Street United Methodist Church is seeking a part-time organist who will provide music in a worshipful spirit on Sunday morning and other occasions.
Profile:
- Average worship attendance of 250.
- One service: 10:30AM (Year-Round), and weekly Adult Choir Rehearsals (Wed. Sept.-May), and Monthly on Sunday evenings (June-August).
- Other services as needed (Christmas Eve, Advent Lunch, Lenten Lunch, Hanging of the Green, funerals, weddings as needed)
- The choir is composed of 18-20 semi-professional voices who are faithfully committed to the ministry of music. Two cantatas are presented each year.
- The organ of 12 ranks and chimes was built by M.P. Moller in 1976. It was rebuilt by A.E. Schlueter in 2013 and includes 36 speaking stops with standard couplers. Console accessories include a combination action with 64 memory levels, swell and crescendo expression shoes, sforzando, transposer, and record/playback system. The organ is prepared for MIDI voices. A grand piano is also present in the sanctuary.
EDISTO ISLAND, SC: TRINITY CHURCH (ACNA)
Trinity is a vibrant and growing Anglican Church on Edisto Island, a little less than an hour south of Charleston. Our sanctuary is historically registered and the current church was built in 1881. The musical instruments in the sanctuary include an Allen (MDS-6) digital 3-manual organ and an exceptional Yamaha Clavinova piano. The duties include:
(843) 869-3568. (Posted 7/10/18)
Trinity is a vibrant and growing Anglican Church on Edisto Island, a little less than an hour south of Charleston. Our sanctuary is historically registered and the current church was built in 1881. The musical instruments in the sanctuary include an Allen (MDS-6) digital 3-manual organ and an exceptional Yamaha Clavinova piano. The duties include:
- Leading an enthusiastic Adult Choir occasionally accompanied by our Handbell Choir in a vibrant 8 a.m. traditional service featuring hymns and classical music.
- Leading our Church Band from the piano at the 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Service.
- Leading once a week rehearsals with the choir and the band.
(843) 869-3568. (Posted 7/10/18)
MOUNT PLEASANT: ST. PAUL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Mount Pleasant needs an organist/choir director. They will consider one person for the position, and are willing to spit it between two people. The church is a small one with one adult choir that meets on Wednesday nights (except during June and July). It has a two-manual pipe organ in the back balcony and a grand piano in the front of the sanctuary. There is also a set of tone chimes that haven’t been used lately, but no handbells. For those interested in applying, please contact: Pastor Terry Hundley St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 604 Pitt St, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 (843) 884-3107 or (803) 360-5294 www.saintpauls-mountpleasant.com (Posted 5/3/2018)
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Mount Pleasant needs an organist/choir director. They will consider one person for the position, and are willing to spit it between two people. The church is a small one with one adult choir that meets on Wednesday nights (except during June and July). It has a two-manual pipe organ in the back balcony and a grand piano in the front of the sanctuary. There is also a set of tone chimes that haven’t been used lately, but no handbells. For those interested in applying, please contact: Pastor Terry Hundley St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 604 Pitt St, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 (843) 884-3107 or (803) 360-5294 www.saintpauls-mountpleasant.com (Posted 5/3/2018)
WILMINGTON, NC: IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH
Immaculate Conception is seeking a full-time Director of Music and Liturgy for a growing parish of 1,000 households ministering to the faithful coastal communities of Carolina Beach and historic Wilmington, NC. The community is administered by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales. Responsibilities include the formation and on-going support of all liturgical ministers and parish musicians. In addition, the Director works in relationship with other staff members to support the community to live out “Living Jesus Christ” by proclaiming the Gospel, celebrating the Eucharist, nourishing our Faith, and serving all God's people with compassion, humility and gentleness. Click here for a PDF describing duties, qualifications, and benefits. Please submit your resume with cover letter expressing your understanding of liturgy and music via email to icccsearchcommittee@gmail.com. For more information please visit our website www.iccwilm.org. (Posted 4/25/2018)
Immaculate Conception is seeking a full-time Director of Music and Liturgy for a growing parish of 1,000 households ministering to the faithful coastal communities of Carolina Beach and historic Wilmington, NC. The community is administered by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales. Responsibilities include the formation and on-going support of all liturgical ministers and parish musicians. In addition, the Director works in relationship with other staff members to support the community to live out “Living Jesus Christ” by proclaiming the Gospel, celebrating the Eucharist, nourishing our Faith, and serving all God's people with compassion, humility and gentleness. Click here for a PDF describing duties, qualifications, and benefits. Please submit your resume with cover letter expressing your understanding of liturgy and music via email to icccsearchcommittee@gmail.com. For more information please visit our website www.iccwilm.org. (Posted 4/25/2018)
