Seeking a Music Director to direct three choirs and run the musical operations of St. Stephen Parish in Portland, Oregon. We’re looking for:
• Proficiency in sight-reading the Latin chant of the Graduale Romanum, and a familiarity with chironomy, preferably of the
Solesmes method, with an ability to direct a schola of amateurs.
• Experience teaching music to children.
• Basic knowledge of liturgical Latin.
• Understanding of the differences between the Ordinary and Extraordinary Forms of the Roman Rite. Familiarity with the
magisterial documents on sacred music (Pius X, Pius XII, Vatican II and post-conciliar).
• Proficiency in recognizing and singing the Roman Psalm tones (I-VIII and peregrinus tone) and the modes from which they are
drawn in order to direct a Vespers schola.
• Organ performance of preludes, elevations, voluntaries, and improvisations on melodies from the chant or hymn melodies.
• Planning of seasonal concerts, recitals, festivals.

For a complete job description, or to apply, visit:
https://archdpdx.org/careers-1
"Director of Music" under "Parish Jobs"