Principal Clarinet

Britten Sinfonia is looking to fill the role of Principal Clarinet.

Please download the Job Pack for information on Britten Sinfonia, the audition process, and the role. The required repertoire list is available to download, and applicants can access copies of all required excerpts via Musical Chairs once an application has been started.

This job requires exposed playing of both E-flat and Bass Clarinet, and you will be required to demonstrate this should you make it to the Second Round of auditions.

Auditions will be held at The Warehouse (Waterloo, London) on Tuesday 12 January and Sunday 31 January 2027. Please download and read the Job Pack for full information on the audition process.

The online application must be submitted by Tuesday 1 December 2026 at 23:59 GMT. The First Round will be held in an ‘open call’ style, so all available candidates will be invited to attend a First Round Audition.

Candidates who are unable to make either of these dates are still invited to submit an online application and are able to make us aware via the application form. We are not able to offer alternative dates to those unable to attend, but if a suitable number of trials are not awarded after the initial dates, a further date may be scheduled, and these candidates will be notified.

Please note that if we receive more applications than we are able to process, we may bring the closing date forward. If you are interested in auditioning, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible. We kindly ask that if you decide not to audition, you withdraw your application as early as possible.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK on a self-employed basis.

If you have any access requirements or need any other adjustments to take part in this audition process, we encourage you to get in touch with us in advance. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments wherever possible and will do our best to accommodate individual needs. To discuss access or request support, or for any other questions, please contact auditions@brittensinfonia.com.