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Jacob Minns

Peru,IN

Summary

Personable Musician offering 15 years of successful performances, including church services, weddings, funerals and special events. Collaborative and dedicated with solid work ethic. Reliable and energetic Musician competent in diverse musical genres for large- and small-scale events. Versed in performing for church, community and celebratory events with personable demeanor and passion for music. Hardworking Organist bringing 15 years of related experience. Excellent improvisation, planning and organization skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Church Organist

St. Charles Catholic Church
07.2017 - Current
  • Evaluated and recommended new musical resources, such as hymnals or anthologies, ensuring a diverse and relevant collection for congregation use.
  • Collaborated with choir director to prepare and accompany choirs, resulting in improved choral performances.
  • Expanded the church''s musical reach by collaborating with other area churches on joint concerts or workshops focused on sacred music education.
  • Rehearsed with soloists and instrumentalists, ensuring seamless integration into worship services.
  • Provided guidance to other church staff on appropriate music selections for various liturgical seasons or events.
  • Recruited and trained volunteer musicians to enhance worship experience through diverse musical offerings.
  • Assisted in planning special services such as weddings, funerals, and holiday events to meet specific musical needs.
  • Created engaging preludes, offertories, postludes, and interludes for various liturgical settings.

Education

High School Diploma -

Peru High School
Peru, IN
06.2015

Skills

*Social media promotion

*Service planning

*Music theory knowledge

*Accompanying choirs and performers

*Sight reading new music with little to no mistakes

*Able to adapt well to different church service situations

  • Score Reading
  • Pipe organ maintenance

Timeline

Church Organist

St. Charles Catholic Church
07.2017 - Current

High School Diploma -

Peru High School
Jacob Minns