This is a list of members of the American Guild of Organists–Milwaukee Chapter who have indicated availability to serve as substitute organists, and who have been recommended by active members and/or who have successfully completed a basic service playing audition.  To be added to this list, or if you have questions or comments, please contact the substitute coordinator, Elizabeth Walloch, at substitutes@agomilwaukee.org or 414.425.6577.

The chapter makes no recommendations beyond basic competency.  Many of these individuals are also experienced accompanists, choir directors, pianists, bell directors, arrangers, etc.  Specific experience, familiarity with particular worship formats, additional skills, multiple duties, or availability can best be determined by contacting the individuals directly.
 
Appropriate fees should be negotiated directly with the individual, including the possibility of additional compensation for extended travel, requests requiring extraordinary preparation, or other additional time demands.  The chapter recommends the following minimum fees:
 
$100-175 for one service (may include brief pre-service rehearsal)
$  75-125 for each additional service on the same day
$  35- 60 for same day rehearsal exceeding 30 minutes 
$  75-100 for rehearsal on a separate day
$150-200 for funeral or memorial service (may include brief pre-service rehearsal)
$200-300 for wedding service (may include brief pre-service rehearsal)
$   50- 75 per hour for special preparations or rehearsals on a separate day
 
* Indicates not ordinarily available for Sunday morning services. 
  Others may have only occasional or limited time availability on Sundays.