Violin Fellow

Applications for the Philharmonia Instrumental Fellowship Programme 2026 are now open for violinists.

About the programme
The Fellowship offers an extensive range of training opportunities for young musicians who aspire to become professional orchestral musicians. Aspects of the programme include:
- Coaching and mentoring from a member of the Orchestra
- Recital opportunities in professional arts venues across the UK
- CPD workshops (Continuing Professional Development)
- Paid Learning & Engagement project work
- Behind the scenes access to observe the Orchestra in rehearsals
- Potential paid patches with the Orchestra

Information for applicants
To be eligible, you must be able to demonstrate in your application an interest in an orchestral career, and some experience of working in an orchestral setting.

The Fellowship is a one-year scheme. The panel will review all submitted information and will be asked to consider:
- Your artistic achievements to date and the impact you are currently making in your studies and work
- The impact a Fellowship would have for you as a prospective orchestral musician
- How/if Philharmonia Orchestra/Philharmonia mentors can work with you to develop as an orchestral musician

*For violinists, the scheme will begin in January and end in December 2026

How to apply
To apply and find out more, head to the website page below and complete the application form: https://philharmonia.co.uk/what-we-do/talent-development/philharmonia-instrumental-fellowships/

Closing Date: Sunday 26 October at 11:30pm

Please get in touch if you have any questions: emergingartists@philharmonia.co.uk