Staff Soprano Section Leader

Job Summary

The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist seeks professional, highly skilled Soprano 1 Section & Bass 1 Leaders to join our music program. Music is a cornerstone of the Cathedral’s liturgical life; the Section Leader provides vocal leadership for the semi-professional Cathedral Choir and performs as a member of the fully professional Choral Scholars under the direction of Dr. Paul Thornock.

Key Responsibilities

Vocal Leadership: Serve as the primary Soprano 1/Bass 1 section leader, ensuring pitch accuracy, tonal blend, and stylistic integrity within the ensemble.
Services: Provide music for the 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM Sunday Masses throughout the season with additional calls, including Solemnities, Holy Week, Christmas, and other special diocesan events required.
Rehearsals: Attend weekly rehearsals held every Wednesday evening.
Concert Series: Participate in the Friends of Cathedral Music concert series.

Qualifications

Excellent Musicianship: A professional-level vocal technique suitable for a cathedral setting, ranging from early music to contemporary compositions.
Sight-Reading: Exceptional sight-reading skills are mandatory given the breadth of the repertoire.
Independence: The ability to prepare and sing difficult passages independently within a small professional schola or large choir.
Commitment: Availability for the duration of the entire season.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Pay: This position offers the highest compensation in Savannah for choral section leader roles. Pay is per call not per hour.
Professional Growth: Opportunity to work with a high-caliber staff of musicians and perform in one of the most acoustically and aesthetically stunning venues in the Southeast.
Additional Income: Concert performances through the Friends of Cathedral Music are separately compensated as well as calls for cantoring.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and/or audio recordings of recent performances to: Dr. Paul Thornock Director of Music [email protected]

Pay: From $80.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person