The Paul J. Ross Fellowship Program - Violin

2025 Applications Now Open For:
VIOLIN – VIOLA – CELLO – OBOE – CLARINET – BASSOON – TRUMPET – PERCUSSION

Two (2) Fellows to be selected for the term from
September 7, 2026 – September 3, 2028

Online application and prescreening recording due by
Thursday, January 15, 2026

Final Auditions and Interviews to be held
Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, March 24, 25, 28, 2026

Finalists have round-trip transportation and lodging paid

The Paul J. Ross Fellowship Program is a two-year program designed to enable musicians identifying as part of social identity group(s) underrepresented in orchestral classical music to dedicate themselves to the pursuit of an orchestral career. Fellows work closely alongside Members of the Pittsburgh Symphony to train and prepare for
professional auditions and opportunities, with substantial financial and professional development support, and robust mentorship in a welcoming and inclusive environment

Compensation and Benefits:
o Minimum annual pay each season is equivalent to 21 weeks at orchestra weekly scale; 26-27 season pay is $49,248.15 and 27-28 season pay is to be determined
o Single coverage on PSO medical and other insurance plans
o Reimbursement of up to $8,000 per season in audition and professional development expenses
o Allowance for relocation to and from Pittsburgh at start & end of Fellowship
o Fellows play a minimum of 100 services with the PSO across all program types (Classical Subscription, Pops, Education, Community Outreach), scheduled collaboratively to accommodate auditions and related preparation, as well as outside professional opportunities
o Fellows have the ability and opportunity to tailor their experience to their specific needs
o All applicants will be considered for Pittsburgh Symphony substitute musician opportunities

Please visit the PSO website for full details and requirements, and audition repertoire: www.pittsburghsymphony.org/auditions

For questions, please email: auditi