Chapel Pianist

Ladgov Corporation; Hawaii; On-site; USD 34,440 - 52,348; Part time

Job summary

Ladgov Corporation is seeking a Catholic Liturgical Pianist to provide professional musical accompaniment, lead the parish choir, and support liturgical music at the Marine Corps Base Hawaii Chapel, Kaneohe Bay.

The role includes weekly Sunday Mass at 9:30 AM, one weekday rehearsal, and involvement in Holy Days and seasonal observances, coordinating music selections with clergy and chapel staff while maintaining dependable attendance and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Proficient piano performance for liturgical use.
• Ability to read and perform traditional and contemporary worship music.
• Knowledge of Catholic liturgical traditions and seasons.
• Ability to direct a choir and provide vocal leadership.
• Strong communication, reliability and English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide piano accompaniment for the 9:30 AM Sunday Mass.
• Coordinate and lead weekly choir rehearsals.
• Select liturgical music in consultation with clergy.
• Prepare monthly music selections in advance.
• Perform traditional and contemporary Catholic worship music.
• Direct and support the choir during services.
• Recruit and train vocalists and instrumentalists.
• Coordinate microphone placement for singers and musicians.
• Provide musical support for Holy Days and seasonal observances.
• Maintain dependable attendance and professional coordination with staff.

Skills

Piano performance

Choral directing

Vocal leadership

Liturgical music knowledge

English communication

Job description

Position Overview

Ladgov Corporation is seeking a qualified Catholic Liturgical Pianist to provide professional musical accompaniment, choir leadership, and liturgical music support for Catholic worship services at Catholic worship services at the Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH) Chapel. The selected candidate will support weekly Sunday Mass, choir rehearsals, Holy Days, seasonal observances, and other special Catholic services while coordinating music selections with the Catholic priest and chapel staff.

Location: Marine Corps Base Hawaii Chapel, Building 6677
Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii 96863

Job Type: Part-Time

Schedule

• Weekly Catholic Sunday Mass at 9:30 AM
• Approximately one 1-hour weekday evening rehearsal per week
• Candidate is expected to be available on Holy Days, holidays, seasonal services, reconciliation services, Confirmation, and other special Catholic observances as scheduled.
• Regular Sunday service support is approximately 1.5 hours per week for 52 weeks per year, in addition to the weekly rehearsal and any scheduled special services.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled piano accompaniment for the weekly 9:30 AM Catholic Sunday Mass.
• Coordinate and lead weekly choir rehearsals.
• Select appropriate liturgical music in consultation with the Catholic priest.
• Prepare and submit proposed monthly music selections in advance for review.
• Perform traditional, contemporary, and other appropriate styles of Catholic worship music.
• Direct and support the Catholic choir during rehearsals and worship services.
• Provide vocal leadership and singing support as needed.
• Recruit and train vocalists and instrumentalists from the congregation.
• Help develop and maintain an active, reliable choir.
• Coordinate microphone placement and usage for singers and musicians.
• Prepare or support lyric presentation slides when requested.
• Provide musical support for special services, including Holy Days and seasonal observances such as Christmas/Midnight Mass, Ash Wednesday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday, reconciliation services, Confirmation, and other designated Catholic celebrations.
• Maintain dependable attendance, professional communication, and effective coordination with clergy, chapel staff, musicians, and volunteers.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency in piano performance.
• Ability to read and perform traditional, contemporary, and other appropriate worship music.
• Familiarity with current Catholic liturgical traditions, practices, and seasonal observances.
• Strong ability to play piano, direct a choir, and sing.
• Experience supporting or leading worship services is preferred.
• Ability to lead rehearsals and work effectively with volunteer singers and instrumentalists.
• Strong communication, organization, reliability, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful U.S. permanent resident with a valid Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551).
• Must be able to successfully complete applicable background screening and obtain required DBIDS/base-access credentials.
• Must comply with installation access, security, conduct, and training requirements.

A degree in music is not required. Experience leading or supporting worship services is preferred.