Church Music Director & Accompanist (Organ & Piano)

New Hampshire Chapter of the American Guild of Organists; Kennebunk (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

First Congregational Church of Hopkinton, NH (UCC) seeks a collaborative organist/pianist to accompany congregational singing, choir, and worship music. You will coordinate with the Music Director and Pastor, provide music for Sunday services, and support special services throughout the year.

The role requires proficiency on the organ and piano, knowledge of organ literature, and the ability to work with a creative team to enrich worship with quality music and meaningful spiritual expression.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated high competency on organ and piano and in accompanying musical groups.
• Familiarity with a broad historical range of organ music.
• Basic computer skills including word processing and cloud-based tools.
• Strong knowledge of the theology and liturgy of mainline churches.
• Excellent communication and ability to collaborate with a creative team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Music Director and Pastor to plan, prepare, copyright info, and perform music for services.
• Provide music for Sunday services, including accompanying hymns and responses.
• Accompany choir at weekly rehearsals Wednesdays Sept–June.
• Accompany choir during Sunday morning rehearsals.
• Accompany choir anthem during Sunday service.
• Provide music for Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Easter, and other services.
• Accompany soloists and ensembles as needed.
• Attend worship leaders’ and Music & Arts Board meetings and planning sessions.
• Play for weddings and funerals as requested.
• Arrange substitutes with Music & Arts Board when unavailable.
• Coordinate organ and piano maintenance at least every two years.

Skills

Organ playing

Piano accompaniment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Music history

Tools

Word processing

Cloud services

Job description

First Congregational Church of Hopkinton, NH (UCC) seeks a collaborative organist/pianist to accompany congregational singing, choir, and worship music. You will coordinate with the Music Director and Pastor, provide music for Sunday services, and support special services throughout the year.

The role requires proficiency on the organ and piano, knowledge of organ literature, and the ability to work with a creative team to enrich worship with quality music and meaningful spiritual expression.