Catholic Mass Musician / Church Pianist or Organist
Eglin Air Force Base, FL (near Fort Walton Beach and Niceville) | $75 per hour, commensurate with experience | Part-time 1099 contract opportunity with the potential to extend up to five years, plus a possible six-month extension.
The Role
Play piano or organ for the 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Sunday Masses at Eglin Air Force Base. You’ll work with the Catholic Choir Director to prepare hymns, accompany the choir and congregation, and support Holy Days and special services.
We’re looking for a dependable pianist or organist who knows Catholic liturgical music and can attend a weekly choir rehearsal.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide piano and/or organ accompaniment for Sunday Masses at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
- Attend weekly choir rehearsals and coordinate music with the Catholic Choir Director.
- Perform at Holy Days, special liturgies, and additional services as required.
- Select and prepare appropriate hymns and music in coordination with the Choir Director.
- Arrive 30 minutes before services for setup and preparation.
- Ensure musical equipment is properly set up, stored, and maintained.
- Keep chapel and rehearsal areas clean, organized, and secure.
- Arrange approved substitute musicians when necessary.
What We Offer
- $75.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.
- Consistent part-time Sunday schedule.
- Long-term contract potential.
- Opportunity to support an established Catholic community.
- Additional performance opportunities throughout the year.
- Background-check costs covered by the Base Chapel.
The Person
- Proven proficiency in piano and/or organ accompaniment.
- Good knowledge of Catholic worship music and hymns.
- Ability to learn and perform new musical selections.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
- Reliable, punctual, and professional.
- In good standing with a Catholic parish and able to provide a letter confirming this.
- Willingness to complete the required background check.
What's Next?
If you are an experienced Catholic Mass Musician looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered.
