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NEW HOPE CHURCH OF GOD

Hammond Organist

Norfolk, VA

$300 - $500/wk

New Hope Church of Norfolk is seeking a Church Musician to serve and assist the lead music director for the worship music ministry for New Hope services including in house and out. Job Requirements ...

NEW HOPE CHURCH OF GOD

Hammond Organist

Norfolk, VA

$300 - $500/wk

New Hope Church of Norfolk is seeking a Church Musician to serve and assist the lead music director for the worship music ministry for New Hope services including in house and out. Job Requirements ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for church musicians in Virginia is $21.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.88 and $29.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Church Musicians vs Choir Directors?

AspectChurch MusiciansChoir Directors
CredentialsMusic degrees, organ/keyboard proficiencyMusic degrees, conducting skills
Work EnvironmentChurch services, rehearsals, special eventsRehearsals, choir management, performances
Employer & Industry UsageReligious institutions, churchesReligious institutions, churches
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Church Musicians focus on performing and accompanying worship services, often playing instruments or singing. Choir Directors primarily lead, rehearse, and select music for church choirs. While both roles require musical expertise and work within church settings, Church Musicians emphasize performance skills, whereas Choir Directors focus on leadership and conducting.

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Infographic showing various Church Musicians job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 24% Full Time, and 76% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $44,471 per year, or $21.4 per hour.

CHURCH MUSIC DIRECTOR ($18,486 per year)

Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church

Toano, VA

$18K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Mount Vernon United Methodist Church (UMC) in Toano seeks a Music Director to provide accompaniment during Sunday morning worship services and to lead a small choir to perform anthems. The position is part-time (15-20 hours per week), which includes attendance at Sunday morning worship and weekly choir practice. Responsibilities include coordinating with pastor on selection of hymns; scheduling and conducting a weekly choir rehearsal; support of services during special seasons like Christmas and Easter; and overseeing the maintenance of the music library and files.

Proficiency on piano and organ with accompaniment skills is required. Candidate should have experience directing a choir and leading congregational singing. Expected personal attributes are excellent communication skills, reliability, and punctuality.

About Mt. Vernon UMC: Mt. Vernon has been in ministry to Toano, VA and the greater Williamsburg community for over 138 years. We're known as the small church with a very big heart! We are conveniently located in Toano just off of Route 60. Our vision is to seek to live and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, to nurture persons of all ages and circumstances for faithful discipleship, and to transform faith into service to others. For more information about our church, visit https://mtvernontoano.org/.

Salary: $18,486.00 per year

A successful background check is required prior to hire. The complete position description is available upon request. Candidate resumes should be sent to:

Theresa Kaufman, Staff Pastor/Parish Relations Committee Chair - eliza199713@icloud.com or office.mtvernon@gmail.com . For more information call (757) 566-0162.


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