A Tasmanian Icon, the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra presents highest quality orchestral performances to the Tasmanian public on a regular basis. 2008 marks our 60th anniversary, and to celebrate we are planning a range of concerts in a variety of locations.

PRINCIPAL THIRD HORN

Salary $57,908 – 61,298 (plus superannuation and allowances)
Audition dates: Monday 14 and Tuesday 15 July 2008
Requirements: 1st movement of Mozart horn concerto No. 2
PLUS 1st and 2nd movement of Strauss horn concerto No. 1
PLUS orchestral excerpts, available from Monday 16 June
Applications close: Monday 30 June

RANK AND FILE VIOLA

Salary $43,669 – $55,197 (plus superannuation and allowances)
Audition date: Monday 11 August 2008
Requirements: 1st movement of the Stamitz, Hoffmeister, Bartók OR Walton viola concerto (without cadenza)
PLUS an accompanied, contrasting piece of your own choice
PLUS orchestral excerpts, available from Monday 14 July
Applications close: Monday 28 July

For all auditions, set pieces must be performed with piano accompaniment. Applicants must plan to be available for both whole days when applicable. Auditions are restricted to permanent Australian residents and citizens of New Zealand

Candidates wishing to submit a recorded audition should contact the Orchestra Manager for further information and recording guidelines.

Applications including a completed application form and a CV detailing relevant experience and training should be directed to:

Kate Salvatore
Orchestra Manager
Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
GPO Box 1450
Hobart Tas 7001
e-mail: salvatorek@tso.com.au
Enquiries: (03) 6232 4415

For information and application forms for the Postgraduate Scholarships in Orchestral Studies, please visit www.scholarships.utas.edu.au