How much does an Organist make in Virginia? The average Organist salary in Virginia is $35,705 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $27,823 and $43,922. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Organist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Organist Salary $20,646 VA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Organist Salary $27,823 VA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Organist Salary $35,705 VA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Organist Salary $43,922 VA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Organist Salary $51,403 VA March 26, 2024
25% $27,823 10% $20,646 90% $51,403 75% $43,922 $35,705 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Organist ?

An organist is a musician who plays any type of organ. An organist may play solo organ works, play with an ensemble or orchestra, or accompany one or more singers or instrumental soloists. In addition, an organist may accompany congregational hymn-singing and play liturgical music....

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Annandale, VA Avg. Salary $39,621 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Virginia State University, VA Avg. Salary $34,531 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, VA Avg. Salary $31,078 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accomac, VA Avg. Salary $33,641 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Achilles, VA Avg. Salary $33,641 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Afton, VA Avg. Salary $32,430 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alberta, VA Avg. Salary $34,317 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aldie, VA Avg. Salary $39,443 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, VA Avg. Salary $39,621 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Altavista, VA Avg. Salary $32,537 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Job Openings for Organist in Virginia
**Church Musician** * **City:** Wallingford * Part Time * Posted 19 hours ago * **Church body:** ELCA **Hours per week:** 5-8 hours per week (Depending on the ability to safely hold choir rehearsals.) **When position is available:** January **Job Compensation:** $15,000 (current situation with Covid restrictions and limited choir planning and rehearsals) **Contact Name:** Chrystelle Masciantonio **Holy Trinity Lutheran Church** **Holy Trinity Church Musician** **Job Type: Part-time** Holy Trinity is seeking an experienced church organist/choir director to continue our long-term musical excellence. The ideal candidate would possess knowledge of a wide range of church music, excellent keyboard skills for pipe organ and piano, and the ability to effectively lead and direct adult and childrens choirs. Possessing the technology skills to coordinate and assemble digital music files for remote worship services is a plus. Current COVID-19 situation: Holy Trinity needs a church musician to help
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Ladgov Corporation - Hampton , VA
Job title: Musician/ Organist Location: Hampton, VA Travel: N/A Duties : The employee shall provide gospel organist services at Hampton VA Medical Center (VAMC). Provide organist sessions of the Gospel Music genre in addition to other Christian music genres. Shall be available to perform services 2x on Sundays for 53 Sundays at 8am (EST) and 9:30am (EST). The employee shall be available to perform up to 40 additional services at rehearsals and/or special events designated by the Facility POC (Point of Contact) at times and locations designated by the Facility POC any day of the week. . Qualifications : The applicant shall possess vocal skills to include the ability to sing on key and to be able to recognize a basic melody from musical text.
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ARCHDIOCESE OF DENVER MANAGEMENT CO - Englewood , CO
Job Details Level Experienced Job Location ALL SOULS CATHOLIC PARISH - Englewood, CO Position Type Part Time Education Level None Travel Percentage None Job Category Nonprofit - Social Services Organist Sacred Music Primary Duties: Accompany congregational hymns (typically two), Gregorian Mass ordinary and propers, and occasional choral works. Prepare and execute seasonally/liturgically appropriate postludes. Desired Skills: Ability to improvise a plus. Experience with Novus Ordo Roman Catholic liturgy and accompanying chant helpful. Ability and desire to sing with the choir during chant and a cappella works is a definite bonus, but not required. Time Commitments: Sundays from 8:00 to 10:15 AM (Pre-Mass rehearsals plus 9:00 Mass) Possible Wednesday evenings (August through May) from 5:30 to 7:15 PM Extended availability during Advent/Christmas and Lent/Easter seasons for additional Masses as schedule requires Occasional availability for special Masses throughout the year (advance notic
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Ladgov Corporation - Killeen , TX
Job title: Organist Location: Fort Hood, TX Travel: N/A Duties: The applicant shall provide Organ Musical Support to include preludes, postludes, offertory, accompanying singing of hymns/choruses/spiritual songs, background music for meditation, prayers, and communion. The applicant shall perform contemporary, Gospel, Chapel Next, traditional, or liturgical style music. Qualification/ Education: The applicant shall possess a at least one year of experience. Powered by JazzHR
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The United Methodist Church - New York , NY
Park Avenue United Methodist Church New York, New York 10028 Part Time The Music Director & Organist (MDO) will work with the Pastor(s), choir members, and church staff to provide and enable the highest possible standard in worship music. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, adaptable, and creative with a passion for excellence and a willingness to expand the music program. The MDO will report directly to the Senior Minister, who will assist with general planning and leadership of the music ministry. In the absence of the Senior Minister, the Staff Parish Relations Committee will assume this responsibility. An annual evaluation will be provided by the Senior Minister and subject to review by the Staff Parish Relations Committee. STATUS The MDO is a part-time position, up to 20 hours per week. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The MDO will audition and supervise all professional and lay singers and musicians for Sunday service and will select appropriate organ and choral music in conju
- 2 days ago
Ladgov Corporation - Poquoson , VA
Job title: Musician/ Organist Location: Hampton, VA Travel: N/A Duties : The employee shall provide gospel organist services at Hampton VA Medical Center (VAMC). Provide organist sessions of the Gospel Music genre in addition to other Christian music genres. Shall be available to perform services 2x on Sundays for 53 Sundays at 8am (EST) and 9:30am (EST). The employee shall be available to perform up to 40 additional services at rehearsals and/or special events designated by the Facility POC (Point of Contact) at times and locations designated by the Facility POC any day of the week. . Qualifications : The applicant shall possess vocal skills to include the ability to sing on key and to be able to recognize a basic melody from musical text.
- 3 days ago

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