Contemporary Gospel Worship and Choir Accompanist

by Ricki Moyer
(Denver, Co)

Park Hill United Methodist Church, Denver, Colorado, is seeking to fill the position of Contemporary Gospel Worship and Choir Accompanist. This position requires a spirit-filled, vibrant Christian who has a heart for leading worship.

Exceptional keyboard skills are required as well as an in-depth knowledge and repertoire in contemporary and gospel praise and worship music styles. Strong communication and organizational skills are also required.

The Worship Accompanist meets weekly with the Director of Music and Contemporary Gospel Worship leader to plan music for the 9:00 Contemporary Gospel Worship Service, and coordinates and practices weekly with the Praise and Worship teams. A long-term goal for the Worship Accompanist should include the forming of a band, to include percussion, guitar/bass player, and other musicians that will supplement the piano.

The Worship Accompanist must also be able to accompany the Gospel Choir, which will sing the 2nd the 4th Sundays at the 9:00 service beginning in the fall of 2011. Music reading skills are a must.

This position has a start date of September 5, 2011.

$4200 Choir Accomp (Sept - May)
$5700 Worship Accomp (38 wks)

Contact Director of Music at ricki@phumc.org