Catholic Music Director

Duties

• Plan, direct, and lead music for Catholic Masses, liturgies, and special services, ensuring alignment with Roman Catholic liturgical norms.
• Select and prepare appropriate liturgical music in collaboration with the Catholic Priest and accompanist.
• Congregate choir rehearsals weekly, separate from the Mass, to prepare for Sunday services and special liturgical events.
• Lead congregational singing and provide musical direction for choir members and instrumentalists.
• Provide musical leadership for special liturgical celebrations such as Christmas, Easter, Holy Days of Obligation, and sacramental ceremonies.
• Ensure compliance with copyright laws when selecting and distributing sheet music.
• Maintain good stewardship of chapel musical instruments and sound equipment.
• Work collaboratively with chapel staff and volunteers to enhance the worship experience.
• Provide training and mentorship to choir members to improve musical and vocal performance.

Requirements

• Strong familiarity with Catholic liturgical practices, music, and traditions.
• Ability to sight-read, select, and prepare liturgical music, as well as conduct choirs and congregational singing.
• Minimum of two years of experience in Catholic music ministry, choral direction, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups of musicians, volunteers, and clergy.
• Proficiency in leading rehearsals and coordinating music programs for worship services.