Sacred Cellist – Part-Time Cathedral Ensemble

Archdiocese of San Antonio Careers; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403b Retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Cathedral Cellist role supports the Archdiocese of San Antonio’s Music Ministry by providing cello accompaniment for liturgies, weddings, fiestas, and sacred celebrations. The ideal candidate is a skilled cellist experienced with sacred music and able to collaborate with cantors, choirs, and clergy.

Candidates should be comfortable in a sacred liturgical setting, willing to participate in rehearsals, and capable of adjusting arrangements as needed while maintaining professional conduct and

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency on Cello with strong sight-reading and ensemble skills.
• Experience performing with vocalists, choirs, ensembles, or orchestras.
• Ability to prepare and perform music independently.
• Ability to follow a conductor, cantor, accompanist, or musical director.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Professional demeanor and ability to work collaboratively with clergy, staff, volunteers, and other musicians.
• Respect for the Catholic faith and the sacred nature of Cathedral worship.

Responsibilities

• Provide cello accompaniment for scheduled Cathedral liturgies weddings, quinceañeras, and other special celebrations as assigned.
• Participate in seasonal and major Cathedral celebrations, including but not limited; Christmas, the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Holy Week, Easter, and other significant liturgical events.
• Perform instrumental music, preludes, offertories, communion meditations, postludes, and other selections as appropriate to the liturgy.
• Collaborate with the Cathedral Choir, Cathedral Ensemble, cantors, accompanists, and other musicians.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and arrive adequately prepared with music and required materials.
• Learn and perform assigned repertoire with appropriate musicality, sensitivity, and attention to liturgical context.
• Follow musical direction provided by the Music Coordinator.
• Be prepared to adjust musical arrangements, keys, tempos, or instrumentation when necessary.
• Maintain professional and respectful conduct appropriate to a Cathedral and sacred worship environment.
• Assist with special concerts, music programs, and other Cathedral-sponsored musical events when requested and available.
• Communicate promptly regarding availability, scheduling conflicts, and any concerns related to assigned services.
• Maintain the instrument in good playing condition and provide necessary accessories and equipment.

Skills

Cello

Sight-reading

Ensemble skills

Follow conductor

Punctuality

Professional demeanor

Education

Formal musical training or degree in music (preferred)

Job description

The Cathedral Cellist role supports the Archdiocese of San Antonio’s Music Ministry by providing cello accompaniment for liturgies, weddings, fiestas, and sacred celebrations. The ideal candidate is a skilled cellist experienced with sacred music and able to collaborate with cantors, choirs, and clergy.

Candidates should be comfortable in a sacred liturgical setting, willing to participate in rehearsals, and capable of adjusting arrangements as needed while maintaining professional conduct and