Westwood Christian Reformed Church (Kalamazoo) is seeking a skilled and passionate collaborative pianist to work with the Adult & Youth Choirs, starting September 2026. Offering excellent flexibility, this role requires a commitment of only 1-2 Sunday worship services per month. This position can be filled by a single collaborative pianist or divided into two roles (Adult/Youth).
Requires preparing 1-2 choral anthems monthly and the ability to adapt to a variety of musical genres. The ideal candidate will work closely with the conductor during rehearsals, assist with interpretation and musical expression, and demonstrate fluency in reading choral scores. Preferred skills include reading/improvising chord charts and proficiency in leading 1-2 rehearsals throughout the season.
Competitive pay per rehearsal and service; details provided upon inquiry or interview
September-April season with rehearsals on Wednesday evenings (6-7 pm) and only one
Sunday morning service per month (9:15-11:15 am)
Requires preparing 1-2 simple vocal scores monthly. The ideal candidate will improvise using lead sheets or chord charts and work closely with the conductor to support and nurture our children and youth to confidently serve as musical leaders in worship.
Competitive pay per rehearsal and service; details provided upon inquiry or interview
September-April season with rehearsals on Sunday mornings (11:30-12:00 pm) and only one Sunday morning service per month (8:45-11:15 am)
This position is an excellent opportunity for an advanced student or developing professional to hone collaborative skills, master diverse repertoire, and flourish in a supportive, energizing environment.
To apply, please submit relevant experience, including 1-2 references who can speak to your experience and qualifications as a collaborative pianist, to Kristina Jipping: kristina@westwoodcrc.org.
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