First Unitarian Church of Saint Louis in the City's Central West End is in search of an organist and accompanist to support our traditional worship services and our high-quality music program.

The successful candidate will provide a diverse organ repertoire, support congregational hymn singing and accompany the choir on our Dobson Tracker Organ as well as piano.

In addition, the organist and accompanist will rehearse Wednesday evenings with the choir. The position is part-time, reporting to the Music Director/Choir Director. Primary responsibilities occur late August through mid June, with two services most Sundays.

Job requirements:

• 5-10 years + experience
  
• Excellent references
  
• Mastery of the traditional organ repertoire
  
• Audition, including self-chosen music as well as sight reading
  
• Collaboration with the Music Director/Minister on music selection
  

This is an excellent church music opportunity in a congregation that cares about music! Enjoy an atmosphere of artistic freedom.

The position is filled through June 2008 on an interim basis, but the search process remains open for duties beginning August 2008. Qualified candidates should contact George Grimm-Howell to arrange an initial interview and an audition.

A complete job description and audition requirements are available as PDF documents:

• Job Description: First Unitarian Church Organist
  
• Audition Requirements: First Unitarian Church Organist
  

For more information:

Search Committee, Chair: George Grimm-Howell
Phone: 314.968.5417
E-mail:

First Unitarian Church of St. Louis | 5007 Waterman Boulevard | St. Louis, Missouri 63108 | 314-361-0595

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