Piano Accompanist Staff Opening – Holston Valley Unitarian Universalist Church, Gray, TN
2-3 hours a week in the church building on Sunday mornings, plus separate practice time to prepare for playing hymns and special music accompaniment.
Pay and benefits begin at $90 a week, but will raise after a probationary period.
Start Date: November 9, 2025, but could be sooner if everyone is agreeable.
Your typical week with us:
Sundays: During our 11am Sunday morning service, we typically sing 3 hymns that are in one of our two hymnals (all sheet music provided). Sometimes the pianist will also play an instrumental special music piece, or will accompany a solo singer or band that is performing special music. You’ll show up at 10am to warm up on the piano, check in with the rest of the worship team, and rehearse the hymns with the choir. Service runs from 11am to noon. Sometimes, you may need to stay after for a longer choir rehearsal after service.
The Rest of the Week: The rest of the week, on your own schedule, you will need to look up what the hymns are in the service spreadsheet and practice playing them until you can play well and confidently. You’ll also need to be in communication with the Music Director about any needs for additional playing.
Minimum Requirements:
· Can play the piano
· Can sight read sheet music
· Willing to receive feedback, communicate clearly with supervisors and musicians
· Flexible mindset and a can-do attitude regarding music requests
About Us:
Holston Valley Unitarian Universalist Church seeks an Accompanist for our steadily growing congregation of about 155 members.
We are a pluralistic religious community where many Unitarian Universalists hold additional identities. For example, our congregation includes people who consider themselves to be UUs, but also liberal Christians, Jews, Buddhists, Pagans, agnostics and atheists. We are guided by a common set of principles and ethical covenant. We are passionate about justice in society. We are LGBTQ+ affirming. Located in Gray, TN, just minutes from Exit 10 of I-26, we are right between Johnson City and Kingsport. The majority of our congregation comes from one of those two cities, with others coming from as far as Bristol, Elizabethton, Greenville and Roan Mountain.
We are looking for someone who is not necessarily Unitarian Universalist but is willing to be in community with us, and embrace our diverse musical tastes. You can learn more about Unitarian Universalism here: https://hvuuc.org/unitarian-universalism
If this sounds like you, and if you’re interested, please let us know by sending your resume and cover letter to minister@hvuuc.org no later than October 28th. Though earlier would be received with enthusiasm!
HVUUC values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. HVUUC encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
If you are excited about this role but are unsure whether you meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage you to inquire and/or apply. We are open to the possibility that you will thrive and grow into the position with us
