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Contact:

Sheila Bauschelt
Operations Director

sbauschelt@stbedechicago.org

Posted 7/30/2021

Job Title:

English Music Director

Hours:

Full time

Parish:

St. Bede the Venerable St. Denis
8200 South Kostner Avenue
Chicago, IL

Description:

English Music Director is responsible for planning appropriate liturgical music at all 5 English masses each weekend and major Holy Day liturgical celebrations at St. Bede Church and St. Denis Church. We are looking for a candidate that can play both piano and organ.

The position will also require an enthusiastic approach to forming an Adult choir as well as a Children's choir at St. Bede School, that will serve both locations.

Candidate must be willing to participate actively as a member of the parish staff, working closely with administrators on budget related issues. Will maintain musical instruments, participate in Parish events, provide music for 1 weekday school liturgy as well as Sacramental celebrations. Will be required to hire professional musicians or replacement cantors when needed. 

Requirements:

An outgoing candidate with the knowledge and ability to play both piano and organ. Vocal ability to cantor English Mass. Desire to create and lead a volunteer adult and children's choir. BA preferred

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