Roman Catholic Music Director Pianist or Guitarist Job at Music Ministry International, Hampton, VA

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  • Music Ministry International
  • Hampton, VA

Job Description

The successful candidate for this position will be a 1099 contractor with Music Ministry International and be responsible for the following:

  • SCOPE OF WORK
    • Musician shall perform for all regularly scheduled Masses or Services, choir rehearsals, rehearsals with the congregation, and additional services as requested by the Catholic Priest or Contract Officer, including, but not limited to, special chapel functions and other special services.
      • Follow 633 ABW/HC operating instructions for use and care of buildings and equipment.
      • The Musician is to coordinate all support requirements with the Catholic Priest or his designee.
      • Prepare/conduct rehearsals for instrumentalists and singers for each service.
      • Teach new music to the congregation before each service as directed by the Catholic Chaplain.
      • Lead congregational singing, provide instrumental accompaniment, identify and train a cantor for leading the congregation in song and for singing the Responsorial Song and Gospel Acclamations.
      • Recruit instrumentalists, choir members and cantors for the choir.
      • Maintain communication with choir members, instrumentalists, and the Catholic Priest, as well as with the priest celebrant of the Mass.
      • Attend quarterly, or more often if needed and requested, liturgical planning meetings.
      • Work on this contract may require that the Musician have access to Privacy Information. Musician Personnel shall adhere to the Privacy Act, Title 5 of the U.S. Code, Section 552a, and applicable agency rules and guidance.
      • The musician will personally perform the services described above or coordinate performance by a substitute of equal or higher proficiency who has been approved in advance by the Catholic Priest/Chaplain. The musician is to submit the names and qualifications of the proposed submusicians. Approval is to be sought at least fourteen (14) days prior to the absence. Submusicians must meet the requirements of the position outlines in the Statement of Work (SOW). Musician is responsible for payment of the substitute.
      • The musician is responsible for paying any Social Security payments, Federal or local income taxes, and State unemployment insurance premiums for themselves, as well as for any individual employed or subcontracted by them to provide services under this contract.
    • Qualifications
      • Possess accompanist ability on an instrument (keyboard and/or guitar) appropriate to Catholic liturgical settings (Masses, services, funerals, etc.)
      • Ability to plan and select appropriate contemporary Catholic liturgical music within the guidelines provided by the Catholic Priest.
        • Must have familiarity with the elements and flow (parts of the Mass) of Catholic Liturgy.
        • Must be adaptable and willing to accept the supervision, guidance and decisions of the Catholic priest who is responsible for all aspects of the liturgy.
        • Must have the ability to analyze Scriptural readings for themes and be willing to consult with the Catholic Priest who determines the theme for the Mass and the homily at any given Mass or service. (Ideally, the music selected should enhance and enrich the message of the Mass and homily.)
        • Submission of a CD representing the music that will be used at Mass and/or audition may be required.

    • Possess accompanist ability on an instrument (keyboard and/or guitar) appropriate to Catholic liturgical settings (Masses, services, funerals, etc.)
    • Ability to plan and select appropriate contemporary Catholic liturgical music within the guidelines provided by the Catholic Priest.
      • Must have familiarity with the elements and flow (parts of the Mass) of Catholic Liturgy.
      • Must be adaptable and willing to accept the supervision, guidance and decisions of the Catholic priest who is responsible for all aspects of the liturgy.
      • Must have the ability to analyze Scriptural readings for themes and be willing to consult with the Catholic Priest who determines the theme for the Mass and the homily at any given Mass or service. (Ideally, the music selected should enhance and enrich the message of the Mass and homily.)
      • Submission of a CD representing the music that will be used at Mass and/or audition may be required.

The musician shall provide musical leadership through song and instrument (keyboard or guitar) for the 0900 Catholic Mass at Bethel Manor Chapel, Langley AFB Chapel or other assigned location.

Musician services will be provided during Catholic Masses/Services, normally one hour to ninety minutes in length. Practice sessions/rehearsals will be held prior to each service at a time to be determined by the Musician, with the approval of the Catholic Priest/Chaplain. Special Masses, services, and practices/rehearsals for those Masses and services, are in addition to the normal weekly work units.

Service

Quantity

Regular Masses

52

Regular Rehearsals

52

Holy Day Masses/Services

10

Holy Day Rehearsals

10

Annual Total

124  

Interested Candidates are requested to forward their resume together with three references from individuals who can attest to the candidate’s good work and steadiness. Candidates who do not possess the specific attributes/qualifications in "Qualifications" above need not apply. This is a part-time position with compensation based on budget and the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Apply directly at: (scroll down to “Langley”) in order to expedite your application. Your application requires providing reference information for (3) individuals including one priest or pastor who can attest to your abilities as they relate to this job posting. References must include: name, title, organization, relationship to you, email address (necessary field) and phone number. Depending on security software, candidates are requested to monitor spam folders for further application communications from MMI.

Job Tags

Contract work, Part time, For contractors, Local area,

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