Music Director
Trinity Memorial Episcopal Church, Binghamton, NY seeks a highly skilled musician for the half-time position of Music Director to supervise an established and outstanding traditional music program at a medium size parish committed to excellence in music and liturgy.
The candidate would be expected to have earned a degree in music (organ and/or choral conducting), have experience in a church and/or academic setting, and have an ability to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Candidates should submit a letter of application, a resume, a list of three references with phone, email contact information, and a link to a recent recording. These materials should be sent electronically by June 1st to John Chaffee, Chair, Music Director Search Committee ([email protected]).
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Direct the total music program with the support of the music committee and the approval of the rector.
- Provide organ music for Sunday services and seasonal services.
- Prepare the choir to sing service music, hymns, and anthems.
- Prepare the bell choir for the presentation of music at occasional Sunday services and holidays.
- Supervise the selection and preparation of solos and other instrumental and vocal music for special occasions, holidays and summer coverage.
- Prepare introductions, alternate harmonizations and descants for hymns.
- Provide music for funerals and weddings as requested at an additional fee.
- Supervise the maintenance of all musical instruments.
- Maintain and expand the music library.
- Write musical notes for Trinity’s newsletter the Trinity Times.
- Plan and present periodic recitals, concerts, and special services, including the coordination of guest artists.
- Audition, hire, and supervise paid choral singers.
For additional information about the church, its music program, recordings of services and past choral and organ performances, please visit the church’s website (http://trinitymemorial.org) and at its YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@trinitymemorial).
