Description

Under the direction of the Pastor and the Music Director, the Cantor leads the congregation in sung prayer and leads the soprano section of the parish choir. This includes singing the Responsorial Psalm, Gospel Acclamation, and other solo or dialogic portions of the liturgy to which the assembly responds. Service may include Sunday liturgies, holy days, funerals, and weddings.

Primary Function

The Cantor is a minister of the Gospel and of Catholic teaching, both academically and behaviorally, at work and in his or her personal life — “…live in a manner worthy of the call you have received." (Eph. 4:1)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead the 11:00am Sunday Mass with the parish choir, with opportunity to cantor at additional Masses Attend and participate in the weekly choir rehearsal, Thursdays at 7:00pm Lead and support the soprano section of the choir, assisting less experienced singers with pitch, blend,



and diction Give evidence of living Gospel values through active membership in a faith community and openness to a personal faith journey; strive to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example With the approval of the Pastor, assist the Music Director in developing the liturgical music used at celebrations in which the Cantor participates Work with musicians and choir members to ensure proper liturgical protocol is observed, maintaining an environment of reverence and solemnity at all liturgical celebrations Maintain open, regular communication with volunteer and staff musicians; rehearse with or provide vocal coaching to others as needed Prepare thoroughly in advance and arrive ready for each liturgy Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience

Formal vocal training — private study, conservatory, or university-level voice instruction Demonstrated experience in choral music, including ensemble singing and, preferably, section leading Experience singing Catholic liturgical music, with working knowledge of

📌 Cantor: Soprano (Comodoro Rivadavia)
🏢 Holy Angels Catholic Church
📍 Comodoro Rivadavia