Vocalist

Position Summary

The Vocal Scholar is expected to prepare for weekly schola rehearsals from September through about the middle of June. He/she will sing as a member of the schola for the 11 am Mass on Sundays as well as some holy days the liturgies of Holy Week and Christmas.

Essential Functions:

• This individual will prepare and perform occasional solos/duets as requested by the Director of Music Ministries.
• Attend all rehearsals during the identified contract dates.
• Attend all Sunday liturgies and other liturgies as indicated below.
• Attend all scheduled rehearsals for the Parish as established by the Director as well as those indicated on the choir schedule.
• Attend Sunday morning rehearsal
• Arrive on time and prepared for scheduled rehearsals
• Attend rehearsals and liturgies listed but not limited to:
  • Regular Cathedral Liturgies
  • Weekends - Sunday Mass at 11:00 am
  • Holy Day liturgies
  • Lessons and Carols and liturgies of the Christmas Season
  • Liturgies for Holy Week / Triduum and Easter Season
  • Other Liturgies: (optional)
  • Confirmation
  • First Communion
  • Special Devotions
  • Special Archdiocesan Liturgies

Position Qualifications:

• Excellent vocal musicianship: ability to read music well sight-singing comfortably and exhibit healthy vocal technique
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• General team-member skills: humility professionalism attendance and punctuality at all rehearsals and liturgies
• An understanding of what it means to use ones musical gifts for ministry rather than mere performance
• Ability to learn music alone and prepare music for rehearsal in advance
• Ability to prepare and perform solos as requested
• A bachelors degree or greater in vocal performance or other musical areas
• Piano skills are useful but not required

Pay Rate: $50.00 - $100.00 per session

Benefits: This position is not eligible for benefits