Welcome to Community UMC

Position Summary 

Community United Methodist Church in Elm Grove, Wisconsin seeks a skilled and dedicated part-time organist and pianist to join our music ministry team. Our music ministry is a rich community of volunteer musicians focused on worship and growth. Ensembles include a Chancel Choir, Clarion Bells, the Praise Team (a contemporary worship band), and the Festival Choir, a special-occasion chorus that leads worship for select services during Lent and Advent. 

 

The organist reports to the Director of Music. 

 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Serve as the primary organist and pianist for worship services, rehearsals, and special events. 

• Sunday worship services include service music such as preludes, postludes, and offertories; hymns; and accompanying choral anthems in a variety of styles.  Additional services are included on Christmas Eve and Holy Week. 

• Accompany instrumental and vocal soloists and small ensembles during the summer. 

• Assist the Director of Music and the worship committee in selecting appropriate hymns and service music that align with the liturgical calendar, seasonal themes, and worship needs of the congregation. 

• Coordinate organ and piano maintenance for the church with the Director of Music. 

• Submit service music to OneLicense, ensuring compliance with streaming licensing requirements. 

• Option to prepare special solo or chamber recitals for CUMC programs or other special services or events. 

• Right of first refusal for weddings and funerals. 

 

Qualifications 

• Superior proficiency in playing the organ and piano in worship settings. 

• Strong sight reading and open score reading skills. 

• Strong knowledge of sacred music literature, with an emphasis on traditional church music and hymnody. 

• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively. 

• Ability to play in varying styles. 

• Previous experience as a church musician preferred. 

 

Schedule & Compensation 

This salaried position requires a commitment to Wednesday evening rehearsals, at least three Sunday services a month, all holy days, and special events and rehearsals. The salary range is $15-18k and is commensurate with experience. 

 

How to Apply 

Submit a cover letter and resume to hr@cumceg.org. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.  

About Community First United Methodist Church 

Community United Methodist Church is building a community of people who love God and neighbor through a focus on intergenerational community service and overall health and wellbeing.  

Community United Methodist Church uses a 4-manual digital Allen organ in worship. 

 

https://www.cumceg.org 

 

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