Music Director - Garden Street United Methodist Church
The Music Director works under the direction of the pastor and is accountable to the pastor and Board of Stewards.
Job Purpose: To lead, guide, inspire, and grow the music ministry of the church.
General skills and qualifications:
Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance or Music Education (or equivalent)
Choral conducting and teaching experience
Familiarity with a church setting
Piano proficiency (organ proficiency a plus)
Growth and teaching mindset
Energy and positivity
Willingness to learn about the Methodist Church’s musical faith and traditions
Primary Duties:
Coordinate with the Pastor to set the musical direction of worship
Lead and teach the choir in singing on Sunday service and at additional special services (i.e. Easter, Christmas, etc.)
Currently choir rehearsal is held at 1:00 p.m. on Sundays prior to worship at 2:30 p.m.
SATB choir, currently 12-14 experienced, enthusiastic singers
Help to create a positive and energized atmosphere during worship
Build confidence in congregational singing to help grow the choir program
Coordinate special music performances for worship when choir is not performing
Evaluation:
A performance evaluation occurs after the first three months of employment and
then yearly thereafter. The performance evaluation will be conducted by the pastor
and a member of the Board of Stewards.