Collaborative Organist & Accompanist

St. Luke Lutheran Church; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

St. Luke Lutheran Church in Portland, Oregon, seeks a skilled Collaborative Organist and Accompanist for 10–12 hours per week to support weekly worship, choir accompaniment, and seasonal services.

The role works closely with the Director of Music Ministries and pastoral staff to provide high-quality musical leadership across traditional and contemporary worship. The ideal candidate is strong on organ and piano, with sight-reading, choir and congregational accompaniment experience, and a

Qualifications

• Proficiency in organ and piano.
• Strong sight-reading and accompaniment skills.
• Experience with choir and congregational accompaniment.
• Collaborative and adaptable musical approach.

Responsibilities

• Play organ and/or piano for Sunday services (Traditional 10:30–11:30 a.m.; Modern 9:15–10:00 a.m.).
• Prepare preludes, hymns, liturgical music, offertories, and postludes.
• Collaborate on service planning and repertoire.
• Rehearse and perform weekly with Rejoice Choir.
• Support Modern Worship Team rehearsals.
• Accompany soloists, ensembles, and guest musicians.
• Participate in seasonal concerts and special events.
• Coordinate scheduling with music staff.
• Provide or arrange substitutes when needed.
• Weddings and funerals available with additional compensation.

Skills

Organ proficiency

Piano proficiency

Sight-reading

Accompaniment

Collaborative music

Education

Degree in music

Job description

Collaborative Organist & Accompanist (Part-Time)

St. Luke Lutheran Church
4595 SW California Street, Portland, OR 97219
www.stlukechurch.com

Position: Part-Time Collaborative Organist & Accompanist (10–12 hrs/week)
Start Date: Summer 2026 (flexible; ideally by late August 2026)
Review Begins: August 1, 2026 (open until filled)

Position Summary

St. Luke Lutheran Church seeks a skilled, collaborative organist/keyboardist to support weekly worship, choir accompaniment, and seasonal services. The role partners closely with the Director of Music Ministries and pastoral staff to provide high-quality musical leadership across traditional and contemporary worship.

The ideal candidate is a strong organist and pianist with excellent sight-reading skills, experience accompanying choirs and congregations, and a flexible, team-oriented approach.

Primary Responsibilities

Worship Leadership

• Play organ and/or piano for Sunday services (Traditional 10:30–11:30 a.m.; Modern 9:15–10:00 a.m.)
• Prepare preludes, hymns, liturgical music, offertories, and postludes
• Collaborate on service planning and repertoire

Accompanying

• Rehearse and perform weekly with Rejoice Choir (Thursdays 7:30–9:00 p.m.)
• Support Modern Worship Team rehearsals (Thursdays 6:00–7:15 p.m.)
• Accompany soloists, ensembles, and guest musicians
• Participate in seasonal concerts and special events

Special Services

Ash Wednesday, Holy Week services, Advent/Christmas, midweek Lenten services, and other festival services as scheduled

Additional Duties

• Coordinate scheduling with music staff
• Provide or arrange substitutes when needed
• Weddings and funerals available with additional compensation
• Occasional planning meetings

Qualifications

Required

• Proficiency in organ and piano
• Strong sight-reading and accompaniment skills
• Experience with choir and congregational accompaniment
• Collaborative and adaptable musical approach

Preferred

• Degree in music or equivalent experience
• Church music and liturgical experience
• Improvisation skills for hymn-based playing and transitions

Instruments

• Rodgers Trillium 967 organ
• Steinway grand piano (sanctuary)
• Additional rehearsal and practice pianos throughout facility
• Harpsichord (choir loft)

Compensation

• $35–40/hour (DOE)
• Additional pay for weddings, funerals, and special services
• Annual Professional Enrichment Fund for continuing education and resources

Application Materials

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Three references
• Recordings/videos (submitted as YouTube links OR Google Drive links with viewing access enabled)
  • Organ solo
  • Piano solo
  • Collaborative accompaniment (choir/ensemble/worship setting)

St. Luke Lutheran Church is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive community and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Street Address: 4595 SW California St.

Zip Code/Postal Code: 97219

Phone: [phone]