Liturgical Pianist Holy Spirit Family of Parishes Dayton, OH Job Details Part-time $50 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Music mixing Piano Theater experience Live sound reinforcement Music composition Full Job Description Overview Join our vibrant community as a Liturgical Pianist, where your musical talents will inspire worship and elevate spiritual experiences. This dynamic role invites passionate musicians to lead congregational singing, accompany choir performances, and craft meaningful musical moments that resonate deeply with our faith community. As a key contributor to our worship services, you will bring energy, precision, and heartfelt expression to every service, fostering an uplifting atmosphere that nurtures spiritual growth and connection. Duties Perform piano accompaniments for weekly worship services, special ceremonies, and community events, ensuring seamless musical support for congregational singing and choir performances Select appropriate hymns, liturgical music, and contemporary pieces that align with the service theme and enhance the worship experience Collaborate with clergy, choir directors, and other musicians to arrange music that complements the liturgical calendar and service flow Play a variety of musical instruments including piano and organ to diversify musical offerings during services Read sheet music fluently and adapt arrangements through musical improvisation or composition to suit different service needs Maintain acoustic treatment in the performance space to optimize sound quality and ensure clarity of musical delivery Provide support in harmonizing melodies and blending multiple music genres to create rich, engaging worship sessions Qualifications Demonstrated knowledge of musical liturgical traditions and hymnody with experience performing religious music in a church or similar setting Proven experience performing concert music across various genres, showcasing versatility and technical skill Proficiency in playing the piano, organ, guitar, drums, and other musical instruments as needed for diverse worship styles Ability to read sheet music accurately and perform complex arrangements with confidence Skilled in musical improvisation, composition, and harmonizing melodies to enrich worship music Experience with music selection tailored to liturgical themes and community preferences Familiarity with digital audio workstations (DAW) for recording or editing music projects Theater experience or background in performance arts is a plus for engaging presentation during special services or events Strong understanding of acoustic treatment principles to enhance sound quality within worship spaces Embark on this inspiring journey where your musical gifts serve a higher purpose. We welcome talented individuals eager to make a meaningful impact through sacred music!

Pay:

$50.00 per hour Expected hours: 2.0 - 4.0 per week

Work Location:

In person