Twin Cities American Guild of Organists

Twin Cities Church Job Listings

You may list a position opening by calling, writing, or faxing Robert Anderson, 2024 Kenwood Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55405-2303, (612) 377-4450. Positions are listed for two consecutive issues of Pipenotes (our print newsletter) and two months on our website. If the position is still open, the church is asked to re-list the opening. A fee of $50 is requested (with the ad running 2 months, and an additional $15 for each month following) for this service. Checks are to be made payable to: TCAGO (Twin Cities Chapter - American Guild of Organists). Calls to Robert Anderson will be returned the next business day.

Information to be included in Pipenotes or on the website should be received no later than the 1st of the month preceding publication. (The deadline for the October issue is September 1.)

All churches advertising positions with the TCAGO are asked to complete a questionnaire on their general policies and requirements for a music position. Churches that have returned their completed form are shown with an asterisk in front of their name. Members wishing more information on specific churches or positions relating to the questionnaire should call Robert Anderson.

**Last updated on 1 May 2008**

Combined Positions
Organist Positions
Choir Director Positions
Non-Church Positions

Combined Positions

THE NORWEGIAN MEMORIAL LUTHERAN CHURCH (Mindekirken), 924 E. 21st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55404. 612-874-0716. Seeking Organist/Choir Director (combined position or not). Accepting resumes for Organist (2 services per Sunday); and adult choir director (currently 1 service per Sunday)--either separate or combined. Looking for strong, classically-trained musical leadership. Knowledge of Norwegian language and culture not required but helpful, particularly for choir director. Contact: John Casey at 763-537-3810 or email music@mindekirken.org See more about the church at www.mindekirken.org Expires 1 August 2008

Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 674 Johnson Parkway, St. Paul, MN 55106
Seeking part-time Director of Music. Desire a skilled organist/pianist/choir director who can perform traditional and contemporary music equally well. Ideal candidate will also enjoy working with a team in worship planning and is knowledgable about Lutheran liturgical practices and hymnody. Two Sunday services; one Wednesday rehearsal. Rodgers 940 electronic organ. Salary commensurate with experience and education. Job description at http://222.oursaviourslutheran.org. Contact Pastor Brian Scoles. Phone 651-774-2396. Expires 20 July 2008.

Organist Positions

First Lutheran Church,, 1555 N. E. 40th Ave., Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Seeking summer organist. Sundays, May 25-August 31. One service at 9:30 a.m. Pay: $150-200 per Sunday, depending on experience. No weddings or funerals. Contact Peter Carlson, Minister of Music, or call 763-788-9653. Expires 20 July 2008

Choir Director Positions

BRUNSWICK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 6122 N. 42nd Avenue, Crystal, MN 55422. Seeking part-time Director of Music--16 hours per week year round. Position to be filled immediately.. Duties include directing the Chancel Choir; handbell choir, and the Praise Team. Current schedule has one worship service (9:30 a.m. Sundays), as we work to develop a new second service. Brunswick UMC is a 500-member congregation that appreciates a wide variety of musical styles and the use of the arts. For more information or a position description, please contact the church office at 763-533-1661 or Pastor Mike Dyrdal at mdyrdal@juno.com Expires 1 August 2008

RICHFIELD LUTHERAN CHURCH, 8 W. 60th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55419. 612-861-2265. Vibrant Minneapolis Lutheran congregation seeking PT "Director of Choral Ministries". The ideal candidate will be trained and experienced in classical choral traditions with interest in and ability to lead diverse musical ensembles. The responsibilities include a weekly adult choir rehearsal (September-May), one Sunday morning service and various seasonal services throughout the liturgical calendar. Submit resumes to Carolyn Diamond, Director of Music/Organist at carolyn diamond@mchsi.com or to her attention at church address above. Expires 1 August 2008

NORTHFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 1401 Maple Street, Northfield, MN 55057. Seeking choir director (PT) for adult-and-youth choir and varying ensembles. One service on most Sundays. Rehearsal on Wednesday evenings. Must appreciate and enjoy traditional and other musical styles. Ideal candidate will be experienced, flexible, enthusiastic and enjoy teaching. Compensation commensurate with training and experience. Contact: Pastor Clay Oglesbee, 507-645-5689 for further information and job description. Expires 20 June, 2008.

Non-Church Positions