Performance Job

United Kingdom
Gateshead, United Kingdom
Posted: 18 Jun 2026
Section Leader Cello

Royal Northern Sinfonia

Section Leader Cello

(full-time, permanent)
(£49,056 p/year)

We're looking for an exceptional musician to join Royal Northern Sinfonia as Section Leader Cello at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music. As one of six string Section Leaders, you'll play a key role in shaping performances across a wide-ranging repertoire, from Baroque masterpieces to contemporary works. Alongside outstanding orchestral musicianship, you'll bring charisma to solo performances, a passion for chamber music, and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues, audiences and communities.

The role includes orchestral and chamber performances, recordings, digital projects, recitals and audience engagement activities. You'll also contribute to our creative learning work, inspiring musicians of all ages through workshops, coaching, school projects and community performances.

If you're a passionate advocate for classical music and excited by the opportunity to make a lasting impact both on and off the stage, we'd love to hear from you.

Closing date: 20 Jul 2026

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