Star of the Sea Catholic Church in San Francisco is looking for a cantor for Saturday 4:30 pm, and Sunday 9:30 am and 1:30 pm Masses. It may be possible to divide Saturday and Sunday responsibilities between two qualified candidates.
This position requires all of the following skills:
-ability to read diatonic melodies at sight
-good intonation
-fluency in English
-excellent diction (must be clearly understood in 1000-seat church)
-knowledge of (or willingness to learn) the Order of Mass in the ordinary form of the Roman Rite
-singing with a healthy vibrato (no wobble or bleat) or a healthy straight tone
Salary for this position is $10-13k annually commensurate with education and experience, with additional paid opportunities for weddings and funerals.
Please send résumé and sample recording (preferably in English) to Sven Edward Olbash, director of music:
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