Rachel Booker Hoffmann
Louisville
Summary
I conduct orders at mass carefully and respectfully, while providing music to suit the relevant liturgical season. I am an accomplished pianist and singer (featured soloist at the 2026 Chrism Mass), and I am an adequate organist. I believe that the way to help a parish to achieve success is to combine historically relevant hymns with contemporary music, so that all generations hear something that they like once a week.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accompanist
Jefferson County Public Schools
Louisville, KY
11.2023 - Current
- Accompanied choirs and ensembles, enhancing musical performances through collaborative support.
- Provided piano accompaniment for vocal and instrumental rehearsals, ensuring consistency and accuracy in sound.
- Developed effective rehearsal schedules, optimizing preparation time for performances and events.
- Mentored student musicians, fostering their growth and encouraging artistic expression through music.
Director of Music and Worship
St. Paul Catholic Church
10.2023 - Current
- At St. Paul, I direct a large choir, and I take care of planning music for all liturgies. I accompany all masses on the piano or organ, and I work with various committees to make sure liturgies are carried out properly.
Chapel Pianist
Bellarmine University
Louisville, KY
08.2015 - Current
- I serve as the Bellarmine Chapel Pianist for Sunday evening mass. I assist in directing the Bellarmine chapel choir, and I provide accompaniment for the choir.
Director of Music
Rabbouni Catholic Community
Louisville, KY
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Coordinated weekly music rehearsals, ensuring alignment with liturgical schedules and enhancing team collaboration.
- Developed and implemented diverse music programs that engaged congregation participation and enriched worship experiences.
- Trained and mentored volunteer musicians, fostering skill development and promoting a supportive community environment.
- Collaborated with clergy to select appropriate musical pieces for services, aligning selections with thematic elements of liturgy.
Director of Music
Holy Family Catholic Church
Louisville, KY
09.2016 - 10.2023
- As the Director of Music, I am responsible for planning the music for liturgies each week. I accompany and direct the choir each weekend, and I am responsible for hiring singers for mass. I also plan and play for funerals, weddings, and any other services that the church may need regarding music.
Sales Associate
Tonini Church Supply
Louisville, KY
11.2014 - 07.2018
- As a sales associate, I interact heavily with the public. I help customers to find the proper item for their unique needs. In addition, I help to update the store catalog each year, which is no small feat, considering the business has over ten thousand inventory items.
Assistant Manager
Subway
Louisville, KY
04.2013 - 09.2014
- As the Assistant Manager, I was responsible for placing inventory orders, taking inventory, ensuring that employees behaved responsibly, and maintaining excellent customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY12-2021
Skills
- Musical direction
- Sight-reading mastery
- Improvisational skills
- Choral conducting
Timeline
Staff Accompanist
Jefferson County Public Schools
11.2023 - Current
Director of Music and Worship
St. Paul Catholic Church
10.2023 - Current
Director of Music
Rabbouni Catholic Community
05.2023 - 11.2023
Director of Music
Holy Family Catholic Church
09.2016 - 10.2023
Chapel Pianist
Bellarmine University
08.2015 - Current
Sales Associate
Tonini Church Supply
11.2014 - 07.2018
Assistant Manager
Subway
04.2013 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Louisville