Violin 1 Tutti Member & Extra Player

The Philharmonia is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Violin I Tutti. In addition we are accepting applications for Extra players.

The Philharmonia is a world-class symphony orchestra for the 21st century, led by Principal Conductor Santtu-Matias Rouvali and our titled conductors; Marin Alsop & Esa-Pekka Salonen. Based in London at Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall, leading a busy international touring schedule and resident in cities and at festivals across the UK as well as streaming online, the Philharmonia creates thrilling performances for a global audience.

Requirements:
• First movement of W. A. Mozart Violin Concerto no 3 (K.216), 4 (K.218), or 5 (K.219) without cadenza
• First movement of a romantic concerto without cadenza
• Orchestral excerpts (attached)

* Accompanist will be provided
* One round of auditions, not screened

Auditions will be held at the Philharmonia Offices, 6 Chancel Street, London, on 22, 23 and 24 March 2025.

To apply, please submit an anonymised CV via Musical Chairs specifying which position(s) you would like to be considered for and fill out the EDI monitoring form.

Video auditions may be offered to successful applicants who for financial or geographical reasons cannot attend an audition in the UK during these dates. If this applies to you, please submit a petition to the panel at auditions@philharmonia.co.uk.

If you have any queries, please direct them to auditions@philharmonia.co.uk.