Schedule meetings with other music leaders (i.e. weekly) to plan Sundays and select music. Maintain a Google Doc tracking the plan.
Arrange music as necessary for volunteer musicians We currently have a violin and cornet player. The cornet player requires all music to be transposed for her in sheet music notation software.
Direct Choir: Weekly rehearsal, sing at least 1 Sunday per month Sunday; breaks for Summer
Direct Bell Choir: Twice per year, about 6 rehearsals per performance Coordinate the needs of volunteer musicians
Print or email music, advise during rehearsal, etc. Assist in editing slides for each Sunday (checking song selection and lyrics) Learn how to set up the microphones and tech necessary for each Sunday (Every service is available over zoom)
Be present and available to the congregation for song suggestions, ideas, etc.
Key Skills: Playing and singing in an ensemble setting Interest in many different kinds of music Ability to work with many levels of musician (from beginner to experienced) Experience with Google Drive and Google Slides (or willingness to learn) Experience with and access to sheet music software (Sibelius, Finale, Noteflight, MuseScore, etc.) Plus: choral singing or directing experience (or willingness to learn)
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