Principal Viola

Key Information:
- Salary - £41,654
- Employment type - Full time, permanent
- Holidays - 35 days
- Place of Work - Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

Principal Role:
- To perform as Principal Viola (No3) with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra in a range of musical styles and genres, orchestra and ensemble size.
- To have excellent orchestral, chamber and solo playing abilities, maintaining this to the highest musical standards
To perform in the Orchestra at venues throughout the UK and on foreign tours, involving regular evening and weekend working

Whilst this position does not require the Musician to work exclusively with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, it is expected that the Orchestra will have priority on the Musician’s availability.

Key Responsibilities:
- To play Viola as part of the viola section and exemplify musical excellence at all times
- To sit up to Associate Principal and Section Leader as required
- To be fully prepared and familiar with programmed repertoire, including solos, in advance of rehearsals, recordings and performances
- Participate in a positive and supportive atmosphere within the viola section
- Uphold and model the highest standards of professional etiquette during all rehearsals, performances and recordings
- Participate in informal 1-2-1 meetings with the Section Leader Viola to discuss musical & artistic performance and proactively explore training/personal development opportunities
- Attendance at meetings including Recruitment Panels and Company Briefings
- Ambassadorial duties such as attending development or donor events
- To comply with Liverpool Philharmonic’s Health and Safety policies and guidance

Benefits:
- Complimentary Staff Tickets
- Health Cash Plan
- Pensions
- Musicians Performance and Wellbeing Programme
- Training and Development
- Service Awards
- Discounted Staff Parking
- Rail and bus services
- Cycle to work