Job Opportunities
Tasmania's leading arts company, the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra (TSO) is a prestige ensemble of 47 full-time players. Intimate in size, the TSO plays to audiences throughout the state and its award-winning recordings are heard throughout the world.
A versatile orchestra, the TSO is renowned for its expertise in music of the Classical and early Romantic periods. It is equally at home in jazz, popular music and light classics, and is recognised internationally as a champion of Australian music.
Declared a Tasmanian Icon by the State Government, the TSO is based in Hobart -- Australia's smallest and most charming state capital and a city known for its relaxing lifestyle and hassle-free commuting. Tasmania enjoys outstanding natural scenery, pristine living conditions and superb food and wine.
Orchestral Auditions for 2010
- Principal 1st Violin (audition dates: Tuesday and Wednesday 23 and 24 March 2010)
- Principal Clarinet (audition dates: Tuesday and Wednesday 24 and 25 August 2010)
PRINCIPAL FIRST VIOLIN
ONGOING POSITION
Salary starting from $66 834 (inclusive of superannuation and base allowances).
Audition dates: Tuesday 23 March and Wednesday 24 March 2010 in Hobart.
Applications close: Tuesday 9 March 2010.
Audition Requirements:
1st and 2nd movements of Mozart Violin Concerto No. 3, 4 OR 5
PLUS 1st movement of a Romantic work of your own choice
PLUS orchestral excerpts, available from Tuesday 23 February 2010.
Set repertoire must be performed with piano accompaniment.
Applicants must plan to be available for both whole days.
Applications are open to international applicants.
Recorded Auditions:
Candidates wishing to submit a recorded audition should follow the Guidelines for the Preparation of a Recorded Audition. For further information, contact the Orchestral Co-ordinator.
Applications, including a completed Candidate Information Form and a CV detailing relevant experience and training should be directed to:
Evan Woodroffe
Orchestral Co-ordinator
Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
GPO Box 1450
Hobart Tas 7001
Enquiries: (03) 6232 4406
Mobile: 0402 270 480
Email: woodroffee@tso.com.au
PRINCIPAL CLARINET
ONGOING POSITION
Salary starting from $74 135 (inclusive of superannuation and base allowances).
Audition dates: Tuesday 24 and Wednesday 25 August 2010 in Hobart.
Applications close: Tuesday 10 August 2010.
Audition Requirements:
1st movement of Mozart Clarinet Concerto
PLUS a movement of a work of your own choice
PLUS orchestral excerpts, available from Tuesday 27 July 2010.
Set repertoire must be performed with piano accompaniment.
Applicants must plan to be available for both whole days.
This position is only open to applicants who are Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents of Australia, or New Zealand Citizens.
Recorded Auditions:
Candidates wishing to submit a recorded audition should follow the Guidelines for the Preparation of a Recorded Audition for further information, contact the Orchestral Co-ordinator.
Applications, including a completed Candidate Information Form and a CV detailing relevant experience and training should be directed to:
Evan Woodroffe
Orchestral Co-ordinator
Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
GPO Box 1450
Hobart Tas 7001
Enquiries: (03) 6232 4406
Mobile: 0402 270 480
Email: woodroffee@tso.com.au