Piano/Organ Player

Ladgov Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Ladgov Corporation is seeking a Piano/Organ Player to provide musical accompaniment for Catholic and Protestant services. The role involves approximately 52 hours annually for each type of service and requires strong proficiency in piano and organ performance as well as experience in liturgical music traditions. Coordination with the Chaplain is essential to ensure a smooth service execution, making this role key for worship events within a healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in piano and organ performance.
• Strong understanding of Catholic and/or Protestant liturgical music traditions.
• Prior experience providing worship music in a chapel, church, or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide piano and/or organ accompaniment for Catholic Mass services.
• Provide piano and/or organ accompaniment for Protestant Worship services.
• Coordinate musical selections with the Chaplain or designated worship leader.
• Attend rehearsals or run-throughs as needed.

Skills

Piano performance

Organ performance

Understanding of liturgical music traditions

Experience in worship music

Education

Formal training in music performance

Job description

Piano/Organ Player

Location: VA San Diego Healthcare System Chapel, 3350 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA 92161

Key Responsibilities

• Provide piano and/or organ accompaniment for Catholic Mass services (approx. 52 hours/year).
• Provide piano and/or organ accompaniment for Protestant Worship services (approx. 52 hours/year).
• Provide piano and/or organ accompaniment for Special worship services/events (approx. 6 hours/year).
• Coordinate musical selections with the Chaplain or designated worship leader.
• Arrive at scheduled services on time and fully prepared.
• Perform preludes, postludes, hymns, responses, and other liturgical musical pieces required for each service.
• Attend rehearsals or run-throughs as needed to ensure smooth service execution.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in piano and organ performance.
• Strong understanding of Catholic and/or Protestant liturgical music traditions.
• Prior experience providing worship music in a chapel, church, or similar setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal training in music performance or liturgical music.
• Experience working with Veterans or in military/VA chapel environments.
• Ability to read and interpret a wide variety of sacred music.