Section Leader (Scarsdale, NY)

Sunday, August 18, 2024

Organization Name: St. James the Less

Contact Email: music@stjamesscarsdale.org

Salary Range: $125/Call; $250/week

Job Description: 

The Choir of St. James the Less in Scarsdale, NY, has openings for a soprano/alto and a bass section leader. A theologically inclusive and welcoming congregation, music is a vital part of the life of the parish. The Choir of St. James continues their great tradition of Anglican choral music, with the recent addition of choristers to the choir.

We are seeking professional singers who are trained in the Anglican choral tradition, comfortable with psalm singing, demonstrates good reading skills, has a blended choral sound, and can lead and guide their sections with care and collegiality.

Additional commitments include services during Christmas, Holy Week, and Easter. Other services and events include Evensong, Jazz Mass, and a concert in February celebrating St. James’ former composers and directors of music. St. James is excited to be celebrating it’s 175th anniversary year during the 2024-2025 season.

The commitment is as follows:

  • Sundays Service: 10:30am Rehearsal: 9:45am
  • Weekly Rehearsal Thursdays 7-9pm

Call: $125/call; $250/week

Located in lower Westchester County, St. James is easily accessible from NYC and is a short walk from the Scarsdale train station.

To apply, please send your resume and at least 3 recordings to Interim Director of Music, Victoria Shields at music@stjamesscarsdale.org.

Link to organization website