Assistant Principal cello

• You have outstanding musical and artistic abilities.
• You have good cooperation and ensemble skills.
• You lead musically when needed.

As Assistant Principal, you usually sit in the 2nd chair and provide solid support to the Principal Cello. At the same time, you have an obligation to move up and play 1st chair in the absence of the Principal Cellist, taking special responsibility for the whole cello section.

As Assistant Principal, you have two contractual weeks off per season, in addition to the working-hour arrangements in the collective agreement. You are part of a regular rotation on the front desk and lead the section from the principal chair for several weeks each season.

In addition to your musical duties you participate in the distribution of stage duties and stay informed about potential substitutes. You work to ensure that the section performs at its best.

Salary

The salary for the position is regulated by the collective agreement between Creo – the union for art and culture and Musikkselskapet Harmonien, and will depend on seniority.

Min. NOK 795,570 per annum.

As a member of our orchestra, you will be eligible for benefits under the Norwegian National Insurance Scheme (Folketrygden), which provides financial support for residents including cash benefits for illness/disability, family support, pensions and healthcare coverage.

How to apply

To apply, please complete the linked application form adding a link to the pre-qualification round video. A jury will consider the applications once the deadline has passed. The video round should be considered as a first round, and only highly qualified candidates will be invited to audition.

All applicants will receive a response by email no later than 10 December.