Performance Work Statement (Musical Support Services 2024-2029).pdf
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This document is a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Musical Support Services across Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA), Texas Chapels. The contractor shall provide qualified musicians to support each Catholic Mass, Protestant, and Orthodox Service scheduled within the JBSA community chapels, including Fort Sam Houston, JBSA Randolph, and JBSA Lackland. The contractor is responsible for ensuring musicians meet all required qualifications and understand their responsibilities. The PWS outlines the schedule of services, equipment and facility requirements, security protocols, safety measures, and quality control standards. Addendums detail the specific qualifications and responsibilities for Catholic, Protestant, and Orthodox service musicians. This PWS supports a federal contract opportunity with Solicitation Number FA301624Q0085 issued by the Department of the Air Force Air Education and Training Command.
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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)
For
Musical Support Services
Across
Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA), Texas Chapels
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
2.0 EQUIPMENT & FACILITIES
3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
4.0 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL
5.0 QUALITY CONTROL PLAN (QCP)
6.0 SAFETY
7.0 SECURITY
8.0 BASE REQUIREMENTS
9.0 PUBLICATIONS
10.0 SERVICE SUMMARY
ADDENDUM 1 – Catholic Mass Musician
ADDENDUM 2 – Protestant Service Musician
ADDENDUM 3 – Orthodox Service Musician
1.0 DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
1.1 Contractor shall provide qualified musicians to support each service as scheduled within the Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) community chapels, which includes Fort Sam Houston (FSH), JBSA Randolph (RND) and JBSA Lackland (LAK), as specified in this Performance Work Statement (PWS). This includes the planning, coordination, and surveillance of the activities necessary to ensure individuals meet and maintain all required qualifications for their respective positions. The contractor shall ensure all individuals understand their respective responsibilities outlined in this PWS and Addendums 1-3.
1.2 The contractor is responsible for all musician personnel, their transportation, administrative support, logistical supervision, and reporting required for all services listed in Paragraph 1.8 below.
1.3 Contractor shall maintain an adequate workforce for uninterrupted musical performance of all tasks/services defined in this PWS. Contractor is responsible to fill the position or have an alternate in compliance and available to provide service immediately. Failure to provide personnel may be grounds for removal from and/or termination of the contract. Contractor shall inform the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) of any change of employee before service is performed. The Contractor shall provide a qualified substitute in the event regularly assigned personnel cannot meet any obligation of this contract. Should replacement of regularly assigned personnel be required, the Contractor or their personnel shall submit the name(s) and qualifications of the proposed substitute(s) to the COR at least 14 days prior to the proposed absence. The Contractor is responsible for payment of the substitute. Substitutes must be supervised by a Line-of-Sight Supervisor if they will be in contact with minors unless they have a previously completed a local Installation Record Check through Security Forces. This record check is accomplished during the Installation Base Pass processing actions. Security Forces routinely run an active warrants search. Any derogatory background information is also flagged during this check.
1.4 The Contractor shall provide the COR with contact numbers for all hired contractor musician employees within 15 days of contract award and updated as necessary with new employee information.
1.5 The Contractor should be available via telephone or email within 24 hours, regardless of any federal holidays or weekends, to handle special services. Special services include--but are not limited to:
Memorial services Funeral services Combined services Special events
1.6 Places of Performance: The below are the physical addresses of JBSA chapels where musicians will perform scheduled services:
Chapel Address Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston (JBSA-FSH)
AMEDD Army Medical Department Chapel - 3834 Garden Ave, JBSA Ft Sam Houston, TX 78234 DFC Dodd Field Chapel - 5584 Dodd Blvd. (Building 1721), JBSA Ft Sam Houston, TX 78234 GIFT Main Post Chapel - 2233 Wilson Way, JBSA Ft Sam Houston, TX 78234
Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph (JBSA-RND) ONE Chapel One - 2 Washington Cir, JBSA Randolph, TX 78150 RAC Religious Activities Center - 975 H St. W (Building 975), JBSA Randolph, TX 78150
Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (JBSA-LAK) FREEDOM Freedom Chapel - 2200 Truemper St. (Building 1528), JBSA Lackland, TX 78234 GATEWAY Gateway Chapel - 1930 George Ave, JBSA Lackland, TX 78236
AMC Airmen Memorial Chapel - Building 5432 Barnes Ave, JBSA Lackland, TX 78236 NOTE: Due to mission requirement or potential environmental/remediation action, service locations may be subject to change. All changes will be coordinated through the COR and Contracting Office.
1.7 The Contractor shall ensure accurate submission of invoices to include all supporting documentation for all employees and billed to the correct line item (CLIN). Invoices are due no later than (NLT) 10 days after the end of each month and shall not be submitted for services not performed. Under no circumstances will the contractor be paid for services not delivered AND/OR services delivered WITHOUT prior approval of the COR. Quantity 1 each shall be billed per service for musical support provided, NOT per musician.
1.8 Schedule Of Services
All service times and locations are subject to change due to mission requirements and the availability of funding. Changes may include the removal or addition of service specific to the denomination and/or installation but will always be coordinated through the COR.
CLIN 0001 Catholic Mass Service (7 Services Each Week)
Installation Day / Time Chapel JBSA-FSH Sunday 0800 AMEDD
Saturday 0930 DFC JBSA-RND Saturday 1630 ONE Sunday 0830 RAC
Sunday 1130 ONE JBSA-LAK Sunday 1100 FREEDOM
Sunday 1400 GATEWAY
CLIN 0002 Protestant Service (10 Services Each Week)
Installation Day / Time Service Chapel JBSA-FSH Sunday 1230 Gospel DFC Sunday 1030 Contemporary DFC Sunday 1100 Contemporary AMEDD JBSA-RND Sunday 1100 Contemporary RAC JBSA-LAK Sunday 0800 Contemporary GATEWAY Sunday 0830 Traditional/Liturgical AMC Sunday 0930 Contemporary GATEWAY Sunday 0930 Contemporary FREEDOM Sunday 1100 Contemporary GATEWAY Sunday 1230 Gospel FREEDOM
CLIN 0003 Orthodox Service (1 Service Each Week)
Installation Day / Time Chapel JBSA-LAK Sunday 1000 AMC
CLIN 0004 Special Services
Installation Day / Time Chapel JBSA-wide As scheduled As designated
1.9 Music Selection/Support Plans
1.9.1 Contractor shall submit a denominational musical selections/plan (through the COR) in support of chapel services, programs, and events, as required for approval by the Service Chaplain. Contractor shall provide a PowerPoint presentation with song lyrics or the song for the audio video (AV) person in the Chapel in which service is being provided and the musician is performing, as required.
1.9.2 Plans will be periodically reviewed, and revisions submitted to the COR for processing and approvals.
2.0 EQUIPMENT & FACILITIES
2.1 The Musicians shall provide their own equipment or musical instrument required for performances. Some Chapels maintain music materials, instruments (i.e. piano, organ, keyboard, guitar, etc.), and other equipment. The musicians shall initially report to the Chapel staff the condition of these instruments, as well as identify any need for maintenance on them. The Contractor will be responsible for repair or replacement of damaged equipment due to negligence or misuse by contract musicians.
2.2 Facility Requests and Usage. The Contractor and their personnel shall coordinate with appropriate Chapel management staff (IAW established local procedures) to arrange for the use of facilities for all meetings, rehearsals, and programs. Requests should be made at least 72 hours in advance to the Chapel staff. The Contractor shall assist chapel staff in ensuring all facilities are opened, equipped, and ready for use prior to the start of their meetings, rehearsals, services, or programs. The Contractor and their personnel shall also coordinate with the Chapel Staff to ensure all facilities are properly secured at the conclusion of their meetings, rehearsals, services, or programs. Further, contractor employees shall ensure they pick up after themselves, and not leave trash or debris for scheduled custodial crews to clean after their events or meeting.
2.3 Insurance. The contractor shall obtain the necessary insurance as required by FAR Part 28.3. The minimum amounts of insurance will be maintained IAW FAR 28.307-2.
3.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
3.1 Privileged communication training, taught by the Superintendent of Religious Affairs or designee, shall be required within 20 days upon hiring for each position. Work on this contract may require that personnel have access to information protected by the Privacy Act. Contractor personnel shall adhere to the Privacy Act, Title 5 of the U.S. Code, Section 552a and applicable agency rules and regulations when handling such information. All contractor personnel shall follow all confidentiality procedures as outlined in Military Rules of Evidence (MRE) 503 and DAFI 52-101, Planning and Organizing, Chapter 5.
3.2 Identification of Contractor Employees. Contractors shall provide badges identifying employees as contract employees. Badges shall reflect the Employee’s Name, Title, and Contractor’s Company Name.
All contract personnel attending meetings, answering government telephones, and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of members of the public that they are government officials. They must also ensure that all documents or reports produced by contractors are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed.
3.3 Privately Owned Vehicles. Each contractor employee driving a privately owned vehicle on the installation must carry minimum liability insurance as required by Texas laws. All applicable Traffic Codes will be enforced and apply to all personnel operating vehicles on a JBSA installation. The governing instruction for all Traffic Codes is DAFI 31-218(I) and AFMAN 31-116. In addition, Contractors are advised that DoD Instruction (DoDI) 6055.04 prohibits cellular telephone usage when approaching, entering, or exiting any installation gate. Cell phone usage by drivers on installations is prohibited in moving vehicles unless used with a hands-free device. The installation Security Forces Squadron (SFS) is strictly enforcing this regulation. Those found in violation of this regulation are subject to be ticketed.
3.4 Crisis & Inclement Weather. Contractor access to the installation may be denied during a national emergency, inclement weather, or crisis, determined by the JBSA Commander. Such circumstances are deemed beyond the government’s control and access to the installation may be limited based on public safety and installation security. The CO will inform the Contractor in writing if advance notice is possible. The Contractor will inform the COR in writing if a musician is held at a gate or in the event of a crisis. The Contractor will not be held liable for lost time and will not be paid during these situations. This service is not deemed mission essential IAW DFARS 237.76.
3.5 Smoking in AF Facilities. Contractors are advised that the Air Force has placed restrictions on the smoking of tobacco products in AF facilities. DAFI 40-102, Tobacco Free Living, outlines the procedures to control smoking in contract facilities. Contractors and visitors are subject to the same restrictions as Government personnel. Smoking is permitted only in designated smoking areas.
3.6 Base Fire Prevention Program. The contractor will be required to comply with the applicable Fire Prevention Program, for JBSA military installations. The applicable directive is DAFI 91-203.
4.0 CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL
4.1 All contractor personnel shall maintain professional standards of conduct and public decorum, including but not limited to dress and appearance. The contractor shall ensure that their employees demonstrate good personal hygiene, are well-groomed, present a neat, professional appearance, and dress in appropriate clothing for the work to be done. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure that ALL hired contractor personnel meet the following requirements (Note: As well as the requirements stated in the Addendums for the specific denomination):
Minimum of three years formal training/experience in a music related field.
A degree in music and/or certification by appropriate professional organizations is desired.
High School diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) Certificate, or compulsory education equivalency.
Strong written and oral communication skills, ability to efficiently plan and organize, communicate, and manage diverse program requirements.
Read/comprehend, write, and speak English fluently.
Ability and willingness to provide services in an ecumenical and pluralistic environment.
Knowledgeable on the faith/practices of the specific faith-group in which they are serving, in accordance with their respective addendum.
Communicate effectively and cooperate with their designated Service Chaplain, Chaplain Corp staff and parishioners.
4.2 Contractors or sub-contractors shall not be any person who is an employee of the Department of the Air Force, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and receives approval in accordance with Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 5500.7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation. The Contractor personnel shall not employ persons for the work of this contract if such employment would create a conflict of interest per Air Force Instruction (DAFI) 64-106, Contractor Labor Relations Activities.
4.3 Contractor and/or contractor employee may not invoice for services rendered under two separate contracts (i.e. Appropriated Funds (APF) & Chapel Tithes and Offerings Fund (CTOF)) for the same worship service per DAFI 52-105.
4.4 All contractor personnel shall work to resolve conflicts starting at the lowest possible level.
4.5 All contractor personnel shall adhere to all regulations with government facilities, vehicles, and resources.
All contractor personnel shall furnish and/or provide their own transportation to and from the place of employment.
4.6 Absences due to illness or family emergency will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis with the appropriate service chaplain and will not be invoiced for payment.
4.7 Absence or lateness may result in a negative performance comment within the COR’s surveillance and may impact invoice payments.
4.8 Contractor may not utilize any individual who has been terminated from any Government contract for any services under this contract.
5.0 QUALITY CONTROL PLAN (QCP)
5.1 The Contractor shall develop and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP), which ensures the requirements in this PWS are met. As a minimum, the contractor shall develop quality control procedures that address the areas identified in the Service Summary. The contractor shall be responsible for quality control for all work accomplished during the performance of the task. Note: The QCP shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer (CO) with their quote. The Contractor shall make appropriate modifications and obtain acceptance of the plan by the CO within 30 days.
5.2 The contractor is responsible for and required to implement, and maintain management control systems necessary to plan, organize, direct, and control all tasks and activities under this contract.
5.3 The Quality Control Plan (QCP) shall contain, at a minimum.
5.3.1 Contractor’s plan to address complaints received from the Government and resolve issues within 15 days after notice.
5.3.2 The inspection system to cover all services. Description shall include specifics as to the areas to be inspected on a scheduled and unscheduled basis, frequency of inspections, and the title/organizational placement of the inspector(s).
5.3.3 The methods to be used for identifying and preventing defects in the quality of services performed.
5.3.4 Records must document all inspections and corrective or preventative actions taken.
5.4 Quality Assurance. The government shall periodically evaluate the contractor’s performance by designating a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) to monitor performance to ensure services are received and submitted for payment properly. The COR shall evaluate the contractor’s performance in accordance with the Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) for this requirement. See section 10.0 Service Summary for performance objectives and threshold to be met and recorded during surveillance.
6.0 SAFETY
6.1 It is the contractor’s responsibility to ensure its employees and managers have a comprehensive understanding of and full compliance with OSHA or local requirements. Detailed information is available on the OSHA website at http://www.osha.gov. It is the contractor’s sole responsibility for compliance with OSHA, Public Law 91-596. The contractor shall comply with all federal, state and local laws and Air Force Instructions for the protection of their employees while working on an Air Force Installation or property.
The protection of contractor employees is exclusively the obligation of the contractor. Contractor shall manage all work areas to ensure the safety of building occupants, base personnel, or visitors in or near the areas. The Contractor shall provide a verbal and written notification to the CO/COR within twenty-four
(24) hours of an employee accident resulting in death, injury, or occupational disease, etc.
6.2 Safety Threats. The government reserves the right to restrict the employment, under this contract, of any contractor employee, or prospective contractor employee who is identified as a potential threat to health, safety, security, general well-being, or the operational mission of the installation and its population.
Contractor shall perform background checks, at contractor’s expense, to ensure that said employee has not been convicted of any sexual crime or any crime against children.
6.3 The consumption of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs by contractor personnel, while on duty, is strictly forbidden. Wing Chaplain or designee can request the removal of any employee that is suspected of such activity.
7.0 SECURITY
7.1 Reporting Requirements. The contractor shall comply with DAFI 71-101, Volume- 1, Criminal Investigations, and Volume-2, Protective Service Matters, requirements. Contractor personnel shall report to an appropriate authority, any information, or circumstances of which they are aware may pose a threat to the security of DoD personnel, contractor personnel, resources, and classified or unclassified defense information. Contractor employees shall be briefed by their immediate supervisor upon initial on-base assignment and as required thereafter.
7.2 The Contractor must successfully complete a federally mandated criminal history background check (conducted by the Base Chapel) for all personnel, which will include a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) and an Installation records Check (IRC) within 30 days of hire, in accordance with Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1402.5. The IRC includes a law enforcement check, drug and alcohol record check, and a check of the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) for a minimum of two years before date of application. The Contractor is also required to complete an FBI advanced fingerprint check for all personnel prior to employment under Line of Site Supervision (LOSS) in accordance with DoDI
1402.5. NOTE: As applicable for those employees working with children under the age of 18, while fulfilling the responsibilities of this contract. This section is applicable since employees may participate in coordinating Children Choir functions.
7.3 Contractor personnel without a favorable criminal history background check or NACI, shall not be considered available to perform on this requirement.
7.4 All other derogatory information must be reviewed and approved by the Senior Installation Chaplain for continued performance of the contract.
7.5 Derogatory information on background checks can be grounds for automatic termination as referenced in DoDI 1402.5.
7.6 Line of Site Supervision (LOSS). Contractor shall ensure all musicians working with youth below 18 years of age receive a background check as described in DoDI 1402.5, Criminal History Background Checks on Individuals in Childcare Services, or applicable DAFI. Chapel personnel will ensure that each volunteer remains under LOSS until the volunteer receives a ‘favorable’ background check as notified by the background check monitor. There is no charge to the Contractor for these Criminal History Background Checks. In accordance with DoDI 1402.5 all individuals who must work under a Line-of-sight Supervisor (any chapel staff member who has an approved background check) must wear distinctive clothing, badges, wristbands, etc. that clearly identifies themselves as not being authorized to be alone with children.
7.7 All workers shall participate in the Operations Security (OPSEC) program locally administered by the Air Force as applicable.
8.0 BASE REQUIREMENTS
8.1 The Contractor and workers shall comply with all security requirements imposed by the Installation.
Specific security considerations will be handled on an individual basis as required.
8.2 Contractor employees are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms, or ammunition, on themselves or within contractor-owned or privately owned vehicle while on Air Force installations.
8.3 The contractor or representative shall request base identification passes if required, for all their personnel who perform work on the Air Force installation(s) cited in the contract. Contractor employees are required to wear or prominently display installation identification badges or contractor-furnished contractor identification badges while visiting or performing work on the installation.
8.4 The Contractor or their representative shall be responsible for prompt return of credentials and vehicle passes for: 1) any employee who no longer requires access to the work site; 2) upon request by a CO; and
3) upon completion or termination of the contract. The Contractor shall ensure that all Base identification passes issued to employees are returned to the issuing office. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in withholding of payment or potential delays in obtaining future passes.
8.5 Emergency Medical Treatment: Healthcare provided at the local military treatment facility is available on an emergency reimbursable basis only for contractor personnel. Contractor personnel are responsible for preparing the necessary paperwork. The Contractor shall reimburse the Government for the cost of medical treatment and transportation.
9.0 PUBLICATIONS
9.1 The publications prescribe United States Air Force (USAF) policies, use of materials, procedures, and processes applicable to the work requirements.
9.2 The Contractor is required to comply with and work in accordance with the latest version of the publications listed below:
Regulation, Directives, Instruction Number Title DAFI 52-101 Planning and Organizing DAFI 52-104 Chaplain Corps Readiness DAFI 52-105 Chaplain Corps Resourcing AFPD 52-1 Chaplain Corps All Chaplain Corps Policy Letters
10.0 SERVICE SUMMARY
# Performance Objective PWS Para Performance Threshold
Contractor shall provide qualified musicians to support chapel services and programs within the
Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) community.
1.1 No discrepancies
Contractor shall maintain an adequate workforce for uninterrupted musical performance of all tasks/services defined in this PWS.
1.3 & 1.8
No discrepancies
Invoices are due no later than 10 days after the end of each month and shall not be submitted for services not performed.
1.7
No more than one discrepancy per quarter
Privileged communication training, taught by the Superintendent of Religious Affairs or designee, shall be required within 20 days upon hiring for each position.
3.1 No discrepancies
Contractor shall promptly address complaints received from the Government and resolve issue within 15 days.
5.3.1
No more than two discrepancies per quarter
Absence or lateness of any musician more than two times may result in a negative performance comment within the COR’s surveillance and may impact payment for invoice.
4.7 No more than two
discrepancies per quarter
ADDENDUM 1 – CATHOLIC SERVICE MUSICIAN
The Catholic Service Musician will lead the choir, sing music, and play a lead instrument (i.e. piano or guitar) for congregational singing for the schedule of services and any special services as needed. All music will be selected and conform to the liturgical norms of the Roman Catholic Church and the Catholic Chaplain. The Musician will select music for preludes, interludes, and postludes. The Catholic Chaplain or his designee will approve the music selection.
The length of the rehearsals is determined by Musicians in coordination with Service Chaplain. Any time spent immediately prior to the worship service or event is considered part of the worship service. The length of the rehearsals shall be no more than two hours. Any time spent immediately prior to the worship service or event is considered part of the worship service, and not a separate rehearsal.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
1. Possess familiarity with Catholic liturgical worship.
2. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in leading/directing choral or music groups, formal training in a music related field such as instrument, voice, and/or conducting and able to demonstrate proficiency in the reading and interpretation of vocal and instrumental scores to include Gregorian Chant, traditional hymns, and appropriate contemporary sacred music.
3. Ability to sight read Gregorian Chant, standard hymns, anthems, and special solo music and to lead the choir and congregational singing.
The use of Latin will conform to standard ecclesiastical pronunciation.
4. Must demonstrate a familiarity with and knowledge of the Catholic Faith and Liturgical needs and practices as articulated by the documents of the Second Vatican Council, papal pronouncements, and subsequent statements of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB).
5. Ability to sight-read and play standard hymns, anthems, and special solo music, and to play an accompanying music instrument with the choir and congregational singing suitable for this worship.
6. Demonstrate the ability to coordinate and work well in a multi-denominational setting.
7. Be fully qualified to perform the required services with minimal supervision or direction by the Chapel Staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES
a. Participate in rehearsals as directed.
b. Arrive prior to the Mass or Special Service start time to consult with the priest celebrant to assure that equipment is setup and prepared in a timely manner.
c. Sing/play assigned music from a religious music of suitable type publication resource consistent with the nature of the Catholic Service.
d. Recruit and recommend high quality music volunteers from the JBSA community to assist in the conduct and operation of the Chapel Music program.
e. Lead the choir and congregation in worship and vocally lead them as required by the COR designee.
f. Collaborate musical selections (through the COR) for approval by the Service Chaplain. Provide arranged, improved, and scored music as appropriate for Mass four weeks prior to season or period in question (through the COR) for approval of the Catholic Chaplain or his designee.
g. Rehearse with choir members at an appropriate time to allow for maximum participation amongst its members. Rehearsals shall be held separate from the scheduled services and special services.
h. Return all government owned music scores and equipment obtained in the performance of the required duties following the last service provided under the contract. Musicians shall not engage in the unauthorized duplication of copyrighted materials by photocopying or any other means that would expose the government to liability for penalties under existing or future copyright laws.
(End of ADDENDUM 1)
ADDENDUM 2 – PROTESTANT SERVICE MUSICIAN
The Protestant Service Musician will lead the choir, sing music, and play a lead instrument (i.e. piano or guitar) for congregational singing for the schedule of services and any special services as needed. They provide the music activities for the Protestant Gospel, Contemporary, Liturgical or Traditional Service. Performance shall be limited to service specific requirements such as the Protestant Service, rehearsals, and special services.
Any time spent immediately prior to the service or event is considered part of the service.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
1. Possess familiarity with Protestant worship styles.
2. Three years of experience with musical instrument. Be able to skillfully play, sight read, arrange, improvise, play, and score music.
3. Have two (2) or more years of college in music (or related field), or equivalent years of related experience in a chapel/church setting.
4. A degree in music and/or certification by appropriate professional organizations is desired.
5. Ability to demonstrate proficiency in reading and interpretation of vocal and instrumental scores to include both liturgical and contemporary music.
6. Ability to sight-read and play standard hymns, anthems and special solo music, and to play an accompanying music instrument with the choir and congregational singing suitable for this worship.
7. Demonstrate the ability to coordinate and work well in a multi-denominational setting.
8. Be fully qualified to perform the required services with minimal supervision or direction by the Chapel Staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES
a. Participate in rehearsals as directed.
b. Arrive prior to the beginning of worship services and special services to consult with the Chaplain to assure that equipment is setup and prepared in a timely manner.
c. Collaborate musical selections (through the COR) for approval by the Service Chaplain.
d. Lead the praise team and congregation in worship and vocally lead them as required by the Service Chaplain.
e. Sing/play assigned music from a religious music, ecclesiastical, or suitable type publication resource consistent with the nature of the Protestant Service. Provide arranged, improved, and scored music as appropriate for compatibility with the type of worship service or other functions of the Chaplain’s program at which it was rendered.
f. Recruit and recommend high quality music volunteers from the JBSA community to assist in the conduct and operation of the Chapel Music program.
g. Return all government owned music scores and equipment obtained in the performance of the required duties following the last service provided under the contract. Musicians shall not engage in the unauthorized duplication of copyrighted materials by photocopying or any other means that would expose the government to liability for penalties under existing or future copyright laws.
(End of ADDENDUM 2)
ADDENDUM 3 - ORTHODOX SERVICE MUSICIAN
The Orthodox Service Musician shall provide music as specified by the Chaplain in charge. This may include vocal music for the attendees, community singing, and Holy Liturgy at the Liturgical Service to include special Holidays and Feasts and other special services as needed. All music and singing will complement the style and atmosphere of the Orthodox Church service being supported. Any rehearsal or time spent immediately prior to the service or event is considered part of the service.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
1. Possess familiarity with Orthodox liturgical worship.
2. Minimum of three (3) years chanting or experience.
3. A degree in music and/or certification by appropriate professional organizations is desired.
4. A minimum of one year experience as an Orthodox Church music director/lead cantor or two (2) years serving in a worship orthodox choir is desired.
5. Ability to demonstrate proficiency in reading and interpretation of vocal scores to include liturgical music.
6. Ability to select and present music in keeping with the type of worship being celebrated in the Orthodox Church.
7. Ability to sight read and play standard hymns, anthems, and special solo music, and to play an accompanying music instrument with the choir and congregational singing suitable for this worship.
8. Demonstrate the ability to coordinate and work well in a multi-denominational setting.
9. Be fully qualified to perform the required services with minimal supervision or direction by the Chapel Staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES
a. Participate in rehearsals as directed.
b. Arrive prior to the beginning of worship services and special services to consult with the priest celebrant to assure that equipment is setup and prepared in a timely manner.
c. Collaborate musical selections (through the COR) for approval by the Service Chaplain.
d. Provide arranged, improved, and scored music as appropriate for compatibility with the type of worship service or other functions of the Chaplain’s program at which it was rendered.
e. Lead the congregation in worship music as required by the Service Chaplain.
f. Sing/play assigned music from a religious music, ecclesiastical, or suitable type publication resource consistent with the nature of the Orthodox Worship Service.
g. Recruit and recommend high quality music volunteers from the JBSA community to assist in the conduct and operation of the Chapel Music program.
h. Return all government owned music scores and equipment obtained in the performance of the required duties following the last service provided under the contract. Musicians shall not engage in the unauthorized duplication of copyrighted materials by photocopying or any other means that would expose the government to liability for penalties under existing or future copyright laws.
(End of ADDENDUM 3)
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