Co-Principal [No.2] Violin 2

The Philharmonia is seeking highly qualified candidates for the positions of Co-Principal [No.2] Violin 2. This positions involves sitting up and leading the section when required.

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 and Esa-Pekka Salonen. Based in London at the 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.

Applications should be submitted via MUVAC.

Successful applicants will be offered an in-person audition which will be held at the Philharmonia Offices, London [SE1]. The auditions will predominately take place on 13 & 14 July, with 17 July being subject to requirement. The audition day will comprise of auditions between 10am and 3pm, followed by chamber music for selected candidates from 3.30pm until 5pm. Upon request, video auditions may be offered as a substitute for applicants who for financial, geographical, or accessibility reasons cannot attend an audition in the UK on these dates.

In advance of being offered an in-person audition the Panel may request candidates to submit a pre-audition video, consisting of selected excerpts as specified below. These candidates will be notified by 3 June and will have until 17 June to submit the video. Any candidate who feels that their initial application would be supported by this video may include it with their application. Candidates will less relevant experience are strongly encouraged to use this option.

At the Philharmonia, we are dedicated to diversifying out audiences, programmes and workforce. We welcome and encourage applicants from backgrounds that are currently underrepresented in orchestras and invite applicants to declare underrepresented characteristics in their applications.