Principal Horn

Janáček Philharmonic Ostrava, based in Ostrava, is one of the leading symphonic orchestras of the Czech Republic. Long orchestral tradition, typical bohemian sound and progressive repertoire are very much praised both by local audience and international reviewers. Excellence in performing not only Janáček, but most of the late-romantic to contemporary repertoire is one of the orchestra‘s strengths.

In 2026/27 season the orchestra hosts conductors such as the chief conductor Daniel Raiskin and guest conductors Andris Poga, Andrey Boreyko, Anna Sułkowska-Migoń, Aziz Shokakhimov and Jiří Habart and soloists such as Alena Baeva, Magdalena Kožená, Jan Lisiecki, Johannes Moser, Anna Vinnitskaya and Jean-Efflam Bavouzet.

About the position:

The selected Principal Horn will also be expected to perform the 3rd Horn part at some concerts.

Start date: Negotiable.

The audition will take place on the 5th of October 2026 in Ostrava.

If you are interested, please fill in the application form available on our website.