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Diocese of Tucson

Musician - Keyboard/Cantor

Diocese of Tucson, Sahuarita, Arizona, United States, 85629

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Diocese of Tucson The Musician is responsible for leading the congregation in chanting and singing by providing effective and artistically appropriate keyboard accompaniment. Services may include funerals, weddings, Quinceaneras, Holy Days, and Sunday Masses. Job Description

The primary function of the Musician is to provide musical accompaniment for the congregation. The Musician must be proficient as a pianist and have a strong commitment to the mission of the Catholic Church. Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the Diocese by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. Give evidence of living Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of a personal faith journey. Provide quality musical accompaniment, suitable to the dignity of the Mass and other liturgical celebrations, under the Pastoral direction of the Pastor of the Parish. Work as a team with other instrumental musicians, choir members, and cantors, maintaining an environment of respect and solemnity at all rehearsals and liturgical celebrations. Rehearse as needed on the minister’s own time in order to be prepared for weekly rehearsals. Basic Qualifications

Possess a working knowledge of, and a strong commitment to the mission of the Catholic Church. Must be a practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church. Possess a high degree of musicianship and keyboard skills. Formal training, or extensive experience, as a pianist or organist is required. Exercise courtesy to fellow employees, parishioners, and the public. Education And Experience

Extensive training as a keyboardist, piano or organ. Experience as a liturgical musician is preferred but not required if the applicant is highly motivated to learn the norms and practices of serving musically in Catholic Liturgies. San Martin de Porres Catholic Parish is a Roman Catholic religious organization and that all employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church and by Arizona state law. San Martin de Porres Catholic Parish is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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