Holy Trinity Cathedral, New Westminster, British Columbia

Position:Music Director

Denomination: Anglican

Job Description:

Holy Trinity Cathedral in New Westminster, British Columbia, invites applications for the position of Part-Time Music Director. In this position you will be responsible for organizing and leading choir rehearsals, performances during regularly scheduled services, and other tasks as required. Although not mandatory ideally you are a member of the Christian faith and are familiar with Anglican liturgy, worship, and musical traditions. You have strong leadership skills but can work collaboratively with the choir, clergy, and members of the congregation. Musicianship included the ability to be proficient with playing the piano and pipe organ, although other instrumental skills are an asset. Additional work such as wedding, funerals, and extraordinary services will be remunerated based on consultation with the minister in advance of such events.

Salary & Hours:

This is a part-time continuous position of approximately 8-14 total hours a week including the principal Sunday service and an expectation of preparation time averaging 3-4 hours a week. The position salary will be within the range of $18,300 - $24,000 based on music experience and qualifications according to RCCO guidelines.

Core Responsibilities (Can be adjusted as needed)

•         Provide leadership in a ministry of music which is sensitive to the Anglican tradition, goals and practices of the Parish and the changes of the liturgical season.
•         Recruit, nurture, teach, and direct the choir, including one practice each week for 10 months a year.
•         Play the organ/piano at regularly scheduled Sunday 10 am services and special services as follows:
• •    Ash Wednesday
  •    Maundy Thursday (if held at Holy Trinity Cathedral)
  •    Good Friday
  •    All Souls (November 2)
  •    Christmas Eve
•         Selecting appropriate hymns and anthems for all regularly scheduled services.
•         As available, provide music for occasional services, including weddings, funerals and church events held in the cathedral (right of first refusal).
•         Have oversight of the parish music library and licensing and purchase choral and instrumental music, consulting with churchwardens within an annual budget to be approved by the vestry.
•         In consultation with the Priest-in-Charge, arrange for organ/piano maintenance as needed.

Qualifications

•         Proven ability as an organist and pianist, including experience accompanying congregational singing and choirs and working with professional and amateur musicians
•         Ability to direct and encourage a volunteer choir.
•         Formal music education is preferred, ideally with training consistent with the standards of the Royal Canadian College of Organists (RCCO).
•         Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with the clergy and lay worship leaders.
•         A commitment to the expression of Anglican faith.

Application Instructions

Please submit a cover letter and resume or CV, outlining your qualifications and experience regarding in church music to

hr@holytrinitycathedral.ca

Please send all application by April 30, 2026.

All applications will be acknowledged at time of submission and information submitted as a part of this application will be used only by the parish and only to assess candidacy for this position.

Parish Music Director Job Description

Job Posting Brief

We are seeking a pastoral musician to be Parish Music Director and lead our music ministry.

The Parish Music Director will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and leading the parish music ministry; planning, preparing, rehearsing and leading music for Sunday liturgies and other special services including but not limited to Advent, Christmas, and Holy Week.

Our ideal candidate has a good understanding of music in liturgy and the ability to incorporate music into the worship experience.

 Duties and Responsibilities

●       Provide musical leadership from the organ and piano.

●       Direct, lead, and develop the church choir in rehearsals and worship.

●       Support congregational singing in worship.

●       Arrange for and support guest musicians or special music when necessary.

●       Plan and coordinate, in consultation with the Rector, music for weekly liturgies, special, seasonal and collaborative services

●       Collaborate with parish staff on behalf of the music ministry, the success of current and potential future programming.

●       Maintain and oversee the care of musical instruments, equipment and music library, including weekly reporting to OneLicense.

●       Develop and manage the music ministry budget in consultation with the Rector and Parish Council.

●       Promote the public face of music in the parish, including outreach, where possible. 

Conditions of Work

●       Leadership of a diverse group of volunteer singers and musicians.

●       Performance at a professional standard on piano and organ; or an excellent command of piano with the intent to master the organ through professional development.

●       Work includes evenings, weekend and select statutory holidays.  Regularly scheduled:  Thursday evenings, September through June, and Sunday mornings, throughout the year.  Select special, seasonal and collaborative services are scheduled separately according to the liturgical calendar.  Seasonal variation in hours per week is to be expected:  more hours per week during Advent and Lent, fewer during summer months. 

●       Encouraged to join professional support groups such as The Hymn Society in the US and Canada.

●       Weddings and funerals held in the parish are not included in the standard contract.  Music Director will be given rights of first refusal or may charge a bench fee in lieu.  The Music Director may set own fees for service, in consultation with the Rector and Wardens.

●       Paid vacation, 4-weeks.  Standard benefits package as per Diocese of the Islands and Inlets.

●       The Music Director has use of the parish instruments for personal practice.

●       The Music Director may request scheduled access to the church building and instruments for purposes of teaching.  Permission is subject to availability, approval of the Rector, and the concurrence of Wardens.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will have:

●       Training and experience in church music leadership.

●       Skill as a leader of choral music, and ease working with a diverse group of volunteer singers and musicians.

●       A professional standard of playing on piano and organ; or an excellent command of piano with the intent to master the organ through professional development.

●       A degree or certification in music.

●       Strong knowledge of traditional and contemporary hymns, music for worship in various styles, and the sacred choral literature.

●       Excellent leadership and communication skills

Additional Information

•          Job Title: Parish Music Director
•          Work Environment: Church setting.  Evening, weekend, and holiday hours, according to the liturgical calendar, are required to complete the Duties and Responsibilities and Conditions of Work.  Diocesan policies related to employment such as Safe Church and Respectful Conduct.
•          Reporting Structure: Reports to the Rector of St. Luke Cedar Hill
•          Salary: $24,000-$25,500, based on candidate experience and qualifications
•          Location: Saanich, BC in the Greater Victoria region
•          Employment Type: Employee, part-time (based on average 14 hours per week)
•          Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our community.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
•          Application Instructions:  Please submit a cover letter, an academic or narrative CV, outlining your qualifications and experience, and contact for three references familiar with your work in church music to [ hr@stlukecedarhill.ca ].
• •    Closing date for Applications:  15 May 2026
  •    All applications are received in confidence and will be acknowledged at time of submission.
  •    Information submitted as a part of this application will be used only by the parish and only to assess candidacy for this position.  According to BC PIPA, application materials will be retained by the parish for one year from the date of application and thereafter destroyed.
  •    AI will not be used to review and assess applications.
  •    All candidates will be notified of application status within 45 days of the final interview for the position.
  •    Anticipated short-list interviews:  late May 2026
  •    Anticipated Start:  Summer 2026

Rosedale Presbyterian Church, 129 Mount Pleasant Rd, just north of Bloor, seeks an interim Organist/Choir Director, for the year starting August 2026 to June 2027 (exact dates negotiable).  RPC has a strong choral tradition, and a choir of about 15 including 7 paid section leads plus resources for supplementary musicians.  Available to you is an excellent Karl Wilhelm tracker organ, and a Sauter grand piano in the chancel.  Applications sought by April 30.  Estimated hours:  15 hours/week, offering RCCO scale, including Sunday morning worship services, plus Thursday night rehearsals for most of the year.  Please direct applications and/or inquiries to Mark McElwain, Chair of Music Team, at mcelwaintobermory@gmail.com or (416) 459-7240.

 

The Achill Choral Society is searching for an artistic director for the 2026-2027 season. We are a 65 member mixed-voice, auditioned community choir rehearsing in Orangeville, whose members and audiences come from Orangeville and the surrounding areas such as Tottenham, Shelburne, Alliston, Caledon and more. Our audiences look forward to our joyful, entertaining and varied repertoire featuring guest musicians. Our collaborative pianist works with the artistic director, often leading sectionals. We perform classic works such as Messiah, Haydn’s Lord Nelson Mass, Broadway tunes, Maritime songs and those by contemporary composers such as Hagenberg, Gjeilo, Quartel and Sirrett. Having recently celebrated our 40^th anniversary, we wish to continue our strong ties to the local and music community.  

The choir has a hands-on board, comprised of choir members who take responsibility for choir business. The successful candidate will challenge our learning and help us continue these relationships leading us into the future.

 

We are looking for a director who:

*has training and experience with choral music (Bachelor of Music or Master’s Degree preferred)

*has piano proficiency

*has strong vocal and teaching skills, with some emphasis on interpretation and careful tuning.

*engages, inspires, and challenges singers in a collaborative and respectful way

*engages guest artists with board approval

 

Responsibilities include

*conducting weekly rehearsals and seasonal concerts

*planning repertoire and engaging guest musicians

*auditioning members

*engaging and collaborating with board members including attending monthly board meetings

 

Compensation commensurate with qualifications.

 

To apply

Reply to info@achill.ca by Apr. 30 with

Letter of interest, Resumé, including experience, 3 references, expected compensation and a video link of conducting a rehearsal or concert

St. Thomas’ Anglican Church in Belleville, Ontario, is seeking a Director of Music. Our church has a rich musical heritage rooted in the Anglican tradition, and we are open to new ideas and musical innovation.

We are blessed with a 1977 Gabriel Kney Pipe Organ, a five-foot grand piano, and a Viscount F1 Cantorum. We welcome applicants with demonstrated ability as an organist and choir director, including experience with recitals, concerts, and a variety of musical styles. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the rector and others involved in worship planning to serve the diverse needs of the congregation.

• Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, in accordance with the 2026 RCCO guidelines
• Hours: Flexible, minimum of 20 hours per week, structured to meet both your needs and those of the church
• Job Description: View online

How to Apply:
Email your application to applymusic@stthomasbelleville.ca. Direct any queries to the same address.
Application Deadline: May 8, 2026

St. Philip’s Anglican Church in Vancouver is seeking a Director of Music to collaborate with the Rector and parish leadership in continuing and enhancing the value and impact of its music ministry in the congregation and beyond.

St. Philip’s is an inclusive, active and caring Christian home for people of all ages who seek to live lives deepened with faith. Our music ministry is intended to further these aims, both within the parish family and in the wider community around us.

The church is home to a three-manual Casavant pipe organ, which is in good playing condition; a comprehensive refurbishment project is planned. The choir currently has approximately a dozen volunteer members.

The successful candidate will serve as both organist and choir director. They will demonstrate willingness and ability to grow and broaden St. Philip’s music ministry, honour the Anglican tradition, and maintain a commitment to both excellence and inclusion.

This is a half-time (20 hours per week) position, remunerated according to RCCO salary guidelines, with the opportunity to participate in diocesan and national benefits and pension plans. The desired start date is Fall, 2026; this is negotiable.

The initial deadline for applications to be considered in the first round is April 30, 2026, although the position will remain open until filled.

Please contact musicdirector@stpdunbar.com to request a complete application package, including a full job description, mini-profile of the parish, and application requirements.

Position: Part-Time Music Director

Church: St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Cobourg

Denomination: The Presbyterian Church in Canada (Reformed Tradition)

Hours: 10-13 hours per week

Salary: Annual salary commensurate with the guidelines of the Royal Canadian College of Organists (RCCO)

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Cobourg, Ontario, invites applications for the position of Part-Time Music 
Director. The successful candidate will provide leadership for the music ministry of the congregation and support 
the worship life of the church through skilled organ and piano accompaniment and the direction of volunteer 
musicians.


Responsibilities

• Lead weekly evening choir rehearsals from September through mid-June.

• Conduct choir warm-up and rehearsal for at least 30 minutes prior to Sunday services.

• Provide organ and/or piano accompaniment for 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship services, including hymns, 
choral anthems, praise songs, soloists, duets, and small ensembles.

• Provide music leadership for Christmas Eve, Good Friday, and other special services as required.

• Direct the volunteer church choir and chime ensemble.

• Maintain and expand the church’s music library.

Qualifications

• Proven ability as an organist and pianist, including experience accompanying congregational singing and 
choirs.

• Ability to direct and encourage a volunteer choir and chimers.

• Formal music education is preferred, ideally with training consistent with the standards of the Royal 
Canadian College of Organists (RCCO).

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with the minister and worship 
leaders.
• A commitment to Christian Faith and to the worship of the church.

Application Process

Applications will be received until April 15, 2026.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
200 King Street West
Cobourg, Ontario K9A 2N1

Email: standrews.church@cogeco.net
Attn: Trevor Gillman

Knox, Georgetown is a small-town church seeking a Director of Music who would be responsible for providing music for Sunday morning services.  Knox is a small-town congregation which is very active within the community.  

Requirements of the Position. 

The Director will:

•          Lead a small enthusiastic SATB choir in a weekly Thursday evening rehearsal (7:00-8:00 p.m.), Sunday morning pre-service warm-up at 10:30 a.m. and Service following at 11:00 a.m. 
•          Play the 2 manual Keates pipe organ and the Heintzman grand piano as required.  (Both instruments are well-maintained at this time.)
•          Be responsible for music for Special services like Christmas, Easter etc.
•          Ensure music is provided for weddings and funerals (if services are required, compensation is arranged and paid separately).
•          Oversee the music library.
•          Coordinate with congregational Choir representative and Finance & Maintenance Committee members to ensure that the church instruments are well-maintained. 

 

Qualifications Required

•          Ability to lead a small group of choristers.
•          Proficiency in playing a pipe organ.
•          Ability to play the piano when required.

 

Compensation

•          Commensurate with the RCCO scale, based on an estimated 6-8 hours/week, including rehearsals, Sunday worship, music selection, focused practice time

o   Paid monthly

•          Includes 5 paid vacation/professional development Sundays per year
•          Professional development support can be negotiated

Start date will be as soon as possible.  

Please send your resume and covering letter along with 3 references. to Bill Lawrence at billandcarol.lawrence@sympatico.ca. 

The church website is at www.knoxgeorgetown.com 

Kox Presbyterian Church 116 Main St. S., Georgetown, Ontario L7G 3E6.

Please note that a standard police check will be required.

Applications will be received until the position is filled and all will be acknowledged.

Job Posting: Artistic Director

Reports to: Board of Directors
Supervises: Associate Conductor, rehearsal accompanists, guest soloists/musicians (when applicable)
Ex-officio: Member of the Board of Directors (non-voting)

Start Date: July 2027
Application deadline: April 3, 2026 – see below for further instructions.

Term: 1 year term with renewal upon successful review
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

Organizational Overview

The Vancouver Cantata Singers (VCS) is one of Canada’s preeminent, award-winning choral ensembles. Known for its exceptional artistry, technical virtuosity and exquisite tonal blend, the choir maintains the highest standards of performance in repertoire encompassing 500 years.

VCS have been awarded the Canada Council’s top prize in choral singing, the Healey Willan Grand Prize, more than any other choir in the country.

VCS also commissions new works from critically acclaimed composers which have led to extremely successful and innovative collaborations with regional and international artists and ensembles.

VCS rehearses from September to May on Wednesday evenings in East Vancouver and performs a minimum of four concerts a year as well as occasional collaborative performances throughout the Metro Vancouver region.

Position Summary

The Artistic Director (AD) serves as the chief artistic visionary and musical leader of the Vancouver Cantata Singers. This role leads the choir’s artistic direction, repertoire, performance standards, collaborative partnerships, and public profile. The AD works collaboratively with the General Manager, Board of Directors, and choir members to develop and deliver inspiring concerts that reflect the organization’s history of artistic excellence.

The AD embodies the ensemble’s commitment to exceptional choral artistry, ambitious programming, and engagement with Vancouver’s cultural community, while maintaining fiscal responsibility and operational alignment with VCS’s strategic priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Artistic Leadership & Vision

• In consultation with the General Manager and Programming Committee, develop artistic programming (repertoire, themes, collaborators) for each concert season that balances artistic excellence, audience engagement, and financial realities.
• Collaborate on key aspects of concert preparation and production in consultation with the General Manager
• Champion and expand the artistic identity of VCS, fostering innovation while honoring the ensemble’s traditions of excellence and precision.
• Actively seeks out, studies, and prepares new choral repertoire, demonstrating a commitment to continual learning and the expansion and diversification of programming.
• Select composers to commission works for VCS and consult on development of new choral works
• Possesses and continually develops an extensive knowledge of conducting technique and choral pedagogy
• Serve as the principal artistic spokesperson for VCS in media, community, and donor settings.

Conducting & Performance Preparation

• Provide leadership and direction in rehearsals and performances throughout the season; prepare the choir to high artistic standards for concerts and, when applicable, for collaborations with guest conductors or partner organizations.
• Conduct regular rehearsals, sectionals (where applicable), and performance rehearsals; ensure coherence of artistic interpretation and ensemble sound.
• Oversee the planning of rehearsal schedules and performance logistics in collaboration with the General Manager.

Recruitment & Musical Development

• Oversee singer recruitment and audition processes, ensuring a strong and balanced ensemble.
• Initiates, leads, and develops outreach opportunities that foster meaningful community partnerships and expand the choir’s presence.
• Select and recommend soloists and orchestral musicians for performances, subject to logistical and budgetary considerations. 
• Promote ongoing vocal technique, musicianship, and ensemble coherence; provide musical guidance for section leaders, Associate Conductors, and accompanists.

Organizational Engagement & Advocacy

• Attend Board meetings as an ex-officio non-voting member and contribute to organizational planning and policy discussions.
• Work with the General Manager, Board of Directors, and donors to support fund development opportunities.
• Represent VCS at artistic, community, and fundraising events; cultivate relationships with peers in the Vancouver and national choral community.
• Support promotional activities including media interviews, program notes, and community outreach.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Proven expertise in conducting advanced adult choral ensemble(s), including preparation of artistically and technically demanding repertoire
• Deep knowledge of choral literature across historical periods and styles.
• Extensive knowledge of vocal technique and choral pedagogy
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, retain, inspire, and develop singers and artistic teams.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills; comfortable as a public artistic representative.
• Commitment to artistic excellence, community engagement, and organizational collaboration.
• Advanced degree in Music or Choral Conducting or equivalent professional experience.

• Experience with commissioning new works and working with living composers.
• Background in audience development and community engagement within the arts sector.
• A demonstrated ability to engage with, and build connections within, Vancouver’s choral and cultural community.

Expectations & Working Conditions

• Evening and weekend availability is required due to rehearsals and performance schedules.
• The AD is expected to be deeply involved in high-level artistic planning throughout the year.
• Reasonable travel for guest engagements or educational outreach may be required.

Compensation

• This is a contract position with annual compensation of $50,000-$55,000. There will be no relocation fees available for the successful applicant.

Application Instructions

Please submit the following materials to applications@vancouvercantatasingers.com no later than April 3, 2026:

1. Cover letter articulating your artistic vision and interest in VCS.
2. Résumé/CV highlighting relevant experience.
3. Up to a maximum of 3 samples of programs presented or prepared in the last 2 seasons 
4. Up to 10 minutes of Audio/video links of recent performances.

Only applicants advancing to the interview round will be contacted. Online interviews will begin in April 2026. Shortlisted candidates must be available to attend an in-person audition on May 20, May 27 or June 3, 2026.

Director of Music ~ St. James' Anglican Church, Orillia

St. James' Anglican Church, Orillia, seeks a part-time (15-20 hours/week) Music Director who is creative, collaborative and passionate about honouring music as a fundamental part of worship and parish life. From September to June, we worship in the sanctuary with a well-maintained 1950 Casavant Freres, Opus # 2001 (2-manual, full pedalboard) organ with built-in Classic Organ Memory system and enlarged digital ranks (2011), and a Yamaha Baby Grand piano. Summer services are held without a choir in Stubley Auditorium using a century old Heinzman Grand and an upright Yamaha.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide organ and/or piano music, ideally both, for 10:00 a.m. Sunday worship and other occasions during the church calendar year
• Rehearse and direct the choir in practices between September and June.
• Collaborate with clergy to plan service music
• Foster a welcoming and worshipful musical atmosphere
• Engage other musicians who can enhance our church musical experience

Qualifications

• Proven skills as an organist and/or pianist, ideally both, with experience in both traditional and contemporary music
• Experience directing an adult SATB choir of varying skill levels
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Formal music education or equivalent experience preferred

Details

• Preferred start date: June 1, 2026, but is negotiable
• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications

How to Apply

Please submit your curriculum vitae and cover letter, outlining your experience in music (Links to recordings and/or videos showcasing your music abilities are also welcome.) to Leslie Fortune, Search Committee Chair, stjamesorilliawarden@gmail.com.

• Position is open until a successful candidate is found.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted