Organist and Director of Music
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Saint Thomas Church, is a vibrant parish of the Episcopal Diocese of New York. Its mission is to worship, love and serve Our Lord Jesus Christ through the Anglican tradition and our unique choral heritage.

Saint Thomas Church Fifth Avenue is a gift to the people of New York; an oasis of prayer at the heart of Manhattan. Open 365 days a year, it receives well over 300,000 visitors in addition to worshippers. The Church has a very successful and growing livestream ministry and a number of programs including children and family ministry, pastoral care across all the ages, Pan-Asian ministry, social justice outreach, a very robust theological program led by a Theologian in Residence, and a significant concert series.

Built to cathedral proportions, it is often described as the most beautiful Gothic church in North America and home to the world-famous Choir of Men and Boys, and the only residential Choir School in America where the choristers make up the whole student body. The choir sings on average five choral services a week during school semesters. In September, the Choir School will enter into a collaboration with The Professional Children's School of New York.

We look to appoint a new Director of Music to begin on September 1, 2025. The position includes oversight of all choirs and music programs, with an emphasis on maintaining and strengthening the Choir of Men and Boys, as well as spearheading new musical initiatives.

As we transition to a new collaborative Choir School model, the Vestry of Saint Thomas Church wishes to make provision for a separate girls' choir, a choir of professional men and women, and an expanded form of the Noble Singers with an outreach project to local children.

Qualifications & Expectations

The ideal candidate must be a practicing Christian with a strong understanding of Anglican liturgy. Required qualifications include:

• Exceptional organist and choir director, with FRCO, FAGO, or equivalent.

• Proven ability to train young singers, particularly boys and girls.

• Experience managing a team of professional musicians and budgets.

• Strong leadership and administrative skills, ideally with fundraising experience.

The Director of Music will live on-site at the Choir School in a provided two-bedroom apartment and be available for liturgical services, concerts, and church events year-round.

Compensation & Application Process

• Salary Range: $138,000 - $147,000 with full benefits.

• Application Deadline: March 11, 2025.

• Interviews: March 24-27, 2025, in New York City.

• Start Date: September 1, 2025.

Candidates must submit a detailed application form and cover letter outlining their vision for the future of Saint Thomas' music program. More details and the application form can be found here:

This position presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of one of the world's most prestigious choral institutions, expanding its impact both in New York City and beyond.