Contribute your musical talents and gift of music leadership to a dynamic congregation who values music. Emmanuel United Church in Ottawa is seeking a talented musician to lead and enhance our music ministry. Your primary responsibilities as Leader of Music Ministry will include leading and coordinating the senior choir; playing the pipe organ and grand piano during Sunday and other services; liaising with the minister, worship team and office; providing support as needed to other music groups which include a bell choir and young adult music group, both of which are currently led by volunteers; and helping to incorporate different music styles into worship.

Our sanctuary has a modest two manual, full pedal (partly Casavant) pipe organ with pistons and presets. There is a Yamaha grand piano in the sanctuary, plus two upright pianos in other spaces, as well as two electric keyboards. We have an extensive set of bells and chimes, and a selection of percussion instruments.

This is a 10 hour/week position. Salary will be in accordance with experience and salary suggested by the Royal Canadian College of Organists. The preferred start date is mid November, 2024. The full position description is available on the Emmanuel United website at https://emmanuelunited.ca/2024/09/19/were-hiring-leader-of-music-ministry/ For more information or to apply with a covering letter and CV, please email Valerie Lines at bvlines84@rogers.com.