Bethlehem Covenant: open positions

Bethlehem Covenant Church in South Minneapolis is hiring for several music positions:

• Choir Director (part-time)
• Choir Accompanist (part-time)
• Worship Ministry (contemporary worship)

We are open to consolidating position based on the needs and gifting of individuals.  If  interested in this opportunity, please see the website with more details: 

• https://bethlehemcov.org/getting-connected/employment/

Seeking Bass or Baritone Section Leader for Minnesänger

The Minnesänger choir is seeking a bass or baritone section leader in rehearsals and performances. We pay $50 per call. Rehearsals are Thursday evenings from 7 to 9pm at the Germanic-American Institute, 301 Summit Ave, Saint Paul. The Minnesänger perform almost entirely in German, mainly folk songs and a good deal of classical literature. 

If interested, please contact John Hoffacker:

JohnHoffacker@gmail.com 

612 850-9208.

Film Composer Seeking Violinist (or String Quartet) for Recording Project

Minnesota-based film composer Nik Stalhammar is seeking a violinist to collaborate on the recording of a performance video of an original film score arrangement for piano and strings. The video will be produced for social media and promotional use.

While a violinist is the primary need, if you have connections to a full string quartet, that would also be welcome.

Details:

• Project: Recording session of film score arrangement (piano + violin or strings)

• Commitment: One recording session (no rehearsal required)

• Location: Twin Cities area

• Compensation: Paid opportunity; all performers credited

If interested, please contact Nik Stalhammar at nikolas.stalhammar@gmail.com and include a short bio or link to performance samples.

Organist Wanted - Holy Trinity Episcopal Church

Small residential church is seeking an organist for the year. This is an opportunity to play regularly, hone your skills, and earn extra money. Holy Trinity Episcopal Church is a family-sized parish in the East Metro area whose repertoire includes standard hymnody and African American spirituals. This is a part-time position, 5-10 hours per week, with the opportunity to earn up to $200/week. Compensation is based on experience. Ability to work with and direct singers is a plus. 

If interested, please contact shawn@holytrinitystpaul.org.

Choral Scholar Positions (3 available) – Saint Joseph Catholic Church

Position Summary

Saint Joseph Catholic Church is seeking three Choral Scholars for the 2025–2026 academic year. Choral Scholars provide musical leadership within the Parish Adult Choir, serving as strong singers and role models of professionalism. This position offers valuable ensemble experience in a vibrant parish setting, exposure to a wide range of sacred repertoire, and the opportunity to develop professional experience in sacred music leadership.

Compensation

$2,500 stipend per scholar (per academic year), paid in two lump installments (December 2025 and May 2026). Scholars are expected to commit to the choir’s regular schedule, with reasonable flexibility around academic breaks and exam periods. 

Responsibilities

• Sing weekly with the Parish Adult Choir at the 9:00 am Sunday Mass (except when otherwise noted by the Director of Music).
• Attend Tuesday evening rehearsals (7:00–8:30 pm).
• Participate in special parish liturgies and events (Christmas, Holy Week, Lessons & Carols, Vespers, etc.).
• Additional rehearsals for liturgies and events may be scheduled as needed.
• Offer confident singing and support for volunteer singers in your section.
• Model professionalism, preparation, and excellent ensemble skills.

Qualifications

• College or graduate student in vocal performance, music education, or a related field preferred; other strong singers (including recent graduates) will also be considered.
• Prior choral experience required; ability to sightread music and learn repertoire quickly.
• Familiarity with a range of sacred music styles, including chant, hymnody, polyphony, and contemporary sacred music, is helpful.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit fully to the choir’s schedule from September through May.
• Applicants must provide a résumé and one letter of recommendation that addresses professionalism, musical ability, and reliability.

Term of Service

Mid-September 2025 (or upon start date) through Pentecost Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Application & Audition

• Interested applicants should contact Peter Brown, Director of Music (peter.brown@churchofstjoseph.org | 651-263-8433).
• Optional: A résumé and one letter of recommendation may be submitted to strengthen your application.
• Audition Components:
• 1. Prepared Solo Piece – Classical, sacred, or art song of your choice, sung a cappella (unaccompanied).
• 2. Sight-Reading – Short excerpt provided at the audition.
• 3. Vocal Exercises – Range check, tonal memory, and scales.
• 4. Blend Test – Singing with the Director of Music to assess blend, intonation, and adaptability.
• 5. Brief Interview – Conversation with the Director of Music regarding professionalism, commitment, and fit for the parish choir.
• Auditions for qualified applicants will be ongoing until positions are filled.
  

Violin and Guitar Instructors needed for Yinghua Academy Conservatory of Music

Yinghua Academy Conservatory of Music is looking for instructors for the following openings. It is a program that takes place at Yinghua Academy during weekdays from 4pm-6pm during school year. Please click here for more information about the program.

Positions: 

Violin Instructors - 2 Openings 

Guitar Instructor - 1 Opening

If you are interested in the above positions, please send your resume and bio to hsin-yin.min@yinghuaacademy.org. Feel free to ask if you have any questions. Thank you very much.

Sincerely,

Hsin-Yin(Cindy) 

Small Jazz Group for Music Conference Cocktail Party 11/7/2025

The music editors at W.W. Norton & Co. will be hosting a cocktail party during the AMS/SMT Conferences at the Minneapolis Hyatt Regency on Friday November 7th, 2025 from 5:45pm – 7:45pm. We’re looking for a small jazz group (2-4 musicians) to play during the party. We’re expecting roughly 150 guests.

Pay: $600

If interested, please contact Julie Kocsis (jkocsis@wwnorton.com) and provide a link to some of your music samples, if possible.

Small Jazz Group or Soloist for Wedding September 5, 2026

We are planning a wedding in Becker on 9/5/26 and am looking to hire a small jazz group or soloist to play background music during our cocktail hour and/or dinner—around 3:30-6:30 (about 2-3 hours).

Pay to be negotiated.

If interested, contact Chantal Lindholm:

cossalterwedding@gmail.com

612-845-4438

Looking for a tenor and a bass section leader in our volunteer church choir (September to May)

 We are looking for vocalists who:

• Possess a good solo voice as well as a well blending group voice;

• Be present at traditional service on every other Sundays (worship at 9:30am and pre-worship rehearsal at 8:30am)

• Be present at all rehearsals (Wednesdays 7:30 to 8:30pm)

• Provide solos when needed.

Compensation: $70/call 

To apply for the positions contact Jungjoo Park, Director of Music Ministries at jungjoo.park@lakeharrietumc.org.

Lake Harriet UMC

4901 Chowen Ave. S

Minneapolis, MN 55410