Performance Job
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Posted: 05 Jan 2026
Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Associate Principal (No.2) Double Bass
(full-time, permanent)
Applications are invited for the position of Associate Principal (No.2) Double Bass with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra. The position is full-time and permanent. There is an obligation to step up to Section Principal in this role.
The panel is looking for a candidate who:
- Enjoys working within a section and possesses the appropriate skills to do so, but also possesses the skills, experience, and enthusiasm to step up to Section Principal when required.
- Demonstrates support for, and contribution to, the leadership of the section both on and off the platform, including providing constructive criticism where appropriate.
- Is able to be flexible and supportive towards the section principle. within the double bass section and wider ensemble both on and off the platform.
Benefits of working with the RSNO include: stakeholder pension scheme, health benefit scheme, guaranteed free days and instrument insurance.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please apply via Musical Chairs with a current CV (PDF only) and contact details for at least two referees.
The dates for auditions are projected to be the 29th and 30th of March in Glasgow. Auditions will be held in multiple rounds on the same day, so candidates should be available for the full day of their audition.
Candidates who hold a comparable or higher position, or who have trialled for a comparable or higher position in the last 18 months, may be invited straight to a second round.
Recorded auditions may be accepted if a live audition is not possible. For details, please contact megan.walker@rsno.org.uk.
All candidates should fill out our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity Monitoring Form at the point of application.
The RSNO is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from individuals regardless of background and encouraging applications from under-represented groups. The RSNO is supported by the Scottish Government and local authorities in Scotland.
The panel is looking for a candidate who:
- Enjoys working within a section and possesses the appropriate skills to do so, but also possesses the skills, experience, and enthusiasm to step up to Section Principal when required.
- Demonstrates support for, and contribution to, the leadership of the section both on and off the platform, including providing constructive criticism where appropriate.
- Is able to be flexible and supportive towards the section principle. within the double bass section and wider ensemble both on and off the platform.
Benefits of working with the RSNO include: stakeholder pension scheme, health benefit scheme, guaranteed free days and instrument insurance.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please apply via Musical Chairs with a current CV (PDF only) and contact details for at least two referees.
The dates for auditions are projected to be the 29th and 30th of March in Glasgow. Auditions will be held in multiple rounds on the same day, so candidates should be available for the full day of their audition.
Candidates who hold a comparable or higher position, or who have trialled for a comparable or higher position in the last 18 months, may be invited straight to a second round.
Recorded auditions may be accepted if a live audition is not possible. For details, please contact megan.walker@rsno.org.uk.
All candidates should fill out our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity Monitoring Form at the point of application.
The RSNO is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from individuals regardless of background and encouraging applications from under-represented groups. The RSNO is supported by the Scottish Government and local authorities in Scotland.
Closing date: 15 Feb 2026 23:59 GMT
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