Substitute Singer Job at Cathedral Basilica, Denver, CO

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  • Cathedral Basilica
  • Denver, CO

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Contribute to the legacy of the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception by joining us as we bring Christ to the heart of Denver. The history of the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception is inseparable from the history of Denver, a visible sign of the Catholic faith’s presence in Colorado and the West for over 100 years.

The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver is currently seeking part time, substitute staff singers for work on an “as assigned” basis. (Not a regular staff singer).

The successful candidate should demonstrate a proficiency in reading music, both in various clefs as well as full score. Candidates should have a knowledge of styles of various eras in choral music, such as chant, polyphony and large SATB choral works of all eras. A minimum of a Bachelors of Music degree, (or a current enrollment in an undergraduate music degree, or extensive study,) is a requirement for consideration. Preference is extended to those with advanced degrees and professional choral singing experience.

The Cathedral Choir has routinely scheduled Wednesday evening rehearsals. The Cathedral Choir sings weekly (Excepting the week between Christmas and New Years, reconvening on Sunday Jan 5th.) Singing begins the Choral year starting with Wednesday September 4th rehearsal and ending Sunday June 22nd 2025. (There are no rehearsals the night before Thanksgiving, between Christmas and Epiphany, the Wednesday before memorial weekend, and none in June 2025).

Additional singing opportunities for compensation include: Cantor substitute at some weekend liturgies, weddings, holy days, funerals.

Standard remuneration is $64 per call.

Requirements:


Qualifications and Competencies:

  • The Candidate should be able to sight read music at a professional level.
  • The Candidate should demonstrate his/her voice with power, and expressivity.
  • The Candidate should be familiar with various eras and styles of music to modify his/her voice accordingly.
  • Refrain from promotion or approval of, or the living out of, and conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to, the Archdiocese of Denver, or considered to be in contradiction with Catholic doctrine or morals.

Availability to sing at the following times:

  • Sunday 10:30 AM Cathedral Choir
  • Wednesday rehearsals at 7 PM

When available, and scheduled, additional programming as choristers throughout the year includes with higher pay:

  • Holy Thursday at 5:30 PM (April 2nd 2026)
  • Good Friday Service at 3 PM (April 3rd 2026)
  • Easter Vigil Mass at 8:00 PM (Saturday April 4th 2026)

Physical Requirements:

  • Visual acuity, good hearing and speech.
  • Standing walking, kneeling, stooping, bending, lifting, and squatting also will be required as necessary to perform the duties of the position.

This position will be posted until March 31, 2026.

Job Tags

Part time, Live out, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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