Organist/Music Director Job Opening
Posted: April 2011 (until filled)
Start Date: Summer 2011 (flexible)

Old St. Patrick Catholic Church in Ann Arbor, Michigan is seeking a qualified candidate to work as a part-time Music Director and Organist (15-20 hours/week.) If desired, the position might be supplemented with unrelated work at the parish to create a full-time position. Salary is flexible with experience. Proficiency at the organ, experience directing choirs, the ability to cantor, familiarity with Roman Catholic Church documents on music and the liturgy, and a working knowledge of Gregorian chant is required. Familiarity with the Extraordinary Form of the Mass and pronunciation of ecclesial Latin is highly recommended. Responsibilities include one weeknight choir rehearsal, three weekend Masses, one weekend choir rehearsal, additional seasonal rehearsals, additional yearly liturgies including Masses on Holy Days, holidays, First Communion, Confirmation, a monthly Extraordinary Form Mass, and twice-yearly penance service liturgies. There is additional compensation for weddings and funerals. Old St. Patrick is a small but historic parish that is committed to fulfilling the ideals set by Vatican II in continuity with the Church’s rich spiritual tradition.

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Music Director Position
St. Patrick Catholic Church
5671 Whitmore Lake Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48105