Principal Organist

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church
Lake Ridge, VA

(Please Note: No phone inquiries. Email resumes as directed)

POSITION SUMMARY AND DUTIES:

To enhance the liturgical experience by ensuring the best musical accompaniment. This includes accompanying a choir singing traditional hymns and a cantor chanting Latin Mass parts. In addition to accompanying the choir and cantor the following responsibilities would also be included:
  • Play the organ (4 manual Rodgers/Ruffati/Wicks Hybrid) at the10:45 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Sunday Masses. All hymns and service music is chosen by Coordinator of Music Ministry in advance.
  • Each Mass would include: the ordinaries, hymns and/or chants, and possibly preludes and postludes.
  • Playing the organ for Holy Days of Obligation (Christmas, Holy Week, Easter, etc.). This may include more than just the two normal Mass times.
  • 30-minute rehearsal before each Mass
  • 1 hour rehearsal with traditional choir (September-June Thursday evenings)
  • Play the organ at special rehearsal times with adequate prior notification by the Coordinator of Music Ministry (i.e. extra rehearsals around Christmas and Easter, etc.)
  • Occasionally works with the vocalist to accompany on solos during the Mass.
  • First right of refusal for funerals, weddings, and other special liturgical rites using traditional music.
  • Recommending and then arranging for substitute musician as requested by Coordinator of Music Ministry when necessary (absences, etc.)
  • Able to substitute at other Mass times if need be.
Average Hours Devoted to this Ministry Each Week: 5-10

QUALIFICATIONS ANDD REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be a person of faith committed to Gospel values. Must understand and support the mission and purpose of the Church and Parish.
  • Experience should be 2+ years playing the organ. Basic understanding of Catholic liturgy and music is required, with an openness to learning more. Good sight-reading skills are necessary, especially for weddings and funerals.
  • Must also be able to work alongside whoever is conducting the choir/cantor in rehearsing the music.
  • Ability to work effectively with children and adults
  • Be an active listener with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and take directions and offer constructive suggestions.
  • Ability and willingness to play the piano is helpful but not required.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITY:

• Supervision Received: Reports directly to Business Manager in all matters pertaining to job responsibilities, time sheets, leave of absence, vacation and sick leave. • Management Positions Supervised: None

Posted 2026-02-22

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