About the role
Organists are musicians who play the organ, often within a church context. They usually have a musical education, which can include college studies in church music. Organists participate in worship services, weddings, funerals, and other church events.Responsibilities
The responsibilities of an organist include playing organ music during church ceremonies and selecting appropriate music for different occasions. They practice regularly to master their instrument and may also be responsible for the maintenance of the organ. Furthermore, they can lead choirs and other music groups within the congregation.Skills and tools
Organists must have good musical ability, sight-reading skills, and knowledge of the organ's construction and acoustics. They use sheet music and various types of organs, from digital to historical pipe organs. The ability to improvise and collaborate with other musicians are also important skills. Common competencies demanded by employers are musik, kyrkomusik and körledning.