Principal No.4 First Violin
Job Description
The CBSO is seeking to appoint a Principal No.4 First Violin.
Candidates should have experience of performing in symphony orchestras and evidence, through their application form, of excellence in performance in a professional context. The CBSO will also consider candidates who are in the early stages of their career and can clearly
demonstrate their potential to fulfil the role.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:
Essential
- Highly reputable classical music training at higher education level and above.
- Recent orchestral experience as a professional violinist.
- Commitment to delivering the highest standard of work.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Be self-motivated and able to work under pressure.
- Demonstrate the ability to develop positive working relationships and to work cooperatively as part of a team with other members of the orchestra and management/administrative team.
- Demonstrate respect for others by being fully prepared to play at the start of every session.
- The ability to understand and to speak English.
Desirable
- Proven expertise in a broad range of musical and performance activities including Learning and Engagement work and chamber ensembles.
- Considerable recent orchestral experience as a professional violinist.
How to apply
To apply to for this position, please complete the online application form below. Any queries should be directed to applications@cbso.co.uk.
Please note that our shortlisting process is anonymous, so please ensure your application form does not reference your name or personal details.
We ask that you complete the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Monitoring section of the online form when you submit your application. The information collected will be treated as confidential, used for statistical purposes only, and will not be treated as part of your application.