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<rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><link>https://www.musicalchairs.info/rss/en/bass</link><atom:link href="https://www.musicalchairs.info/rss/en/bass" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title>musicalchairs - Bass/Baritone News</title><description>The latest Bass/Baritone Jobs, Courses, Competitons &amp; Instrument Sales from musicalchairs - The world's leading online resource for Classical Music Professionals.</description><language>en</language><copyright>Copyright: (C) musicalchairs 2026 see https://www.musicalchairs.info/about/terms for terms and conditions of reuse.</copyright><managingEditor>features@musicalchairs.info (musicalchairs)</managingEditor><lastBuildDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100</lastBuildDate><ttl>60</ttl><docs>http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss</docs><item><title>Chor: Bass II</title><description>Das Opernhaus Zürich  sucht  per 1. Januar 2027 für seinen Chor (Chordirektor Klaas-Jan de Groot)  &#13;
zwei 2. Bässe&#13;
Das Opernhaus Zürich ist ein Zweispartentheater im Repertoirebetrieb mit internationaler Ausrichtung und Strahlkraft, das über 200 Vorstellungen pro Spielzeit auf der Hauptbühne bietet, von denen gut 120 (in etwa 20 Produktionen) mit Beteiligung des Chores stattfinden.&#13;
Erwartet werden:&#13;
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ein abgeschlossenes Studium im Hauptfach klassischer Gesang,musikalische sowie vokaltechnische Flexibilität und Vielseitigkeit,&#13;
die Bereitschaft, gemeinsam mit anderen Sänger*innen Höchstleistungen zu erbringen, verbunden mit Teamgeist, hoher Zuverlässigkeit sowie körperlicher und psychischer Belastbarkeit für die Arbeit mit intensivem Proben- und Vorstellungsbetrieb (Ø 10 Dienste/Woche),&#13;
Deutschkenntnisse (Deutsch als Arbeitssprache, soll im ersten Anstellungsjahr erworben oder vertieft werden); oder ähnliches Niveau auf Englisch oder Italienisch. Französisch und/oder Russisch wünschenswert. &#13;
Berufserfahrung am Theater oder in einem professionellen Chor ist wünschenswert.&#13;
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Wir bieten Ihnen:&#13;
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die Zusammenarbeit mit führenden Dirigent*innen, Solist*innen und Regisseur*innen in der internationalen Opernwelt,&#13;
eine künstlerische Tätigkeit an einem der renommiertesten Opernhäuser Europas (Opernhaus des Jahres 2025),&#13;
einen abwechslungsreichen Arbeitsalltag mit ca. 8 Neuproduktionen und 12 Wiederaufnahmen pro Spielzeit - von Barock bis zeitgenössischer Oper,&#13;
Mitarbeit in einem kollegialen und hochmotivierten Kollektiv von 60 Chormitgliedern aus rund 20 Nationen,&#13;
ein besonderes Urlaubssystem mit Raum für individuelle Wünsche,gegebenenfalls die Möglichkeit zu Chorsolo-Auftritten&#13;
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Die Anstellung erfolgt im Spielzeitenvertrag und ist auf Dauer angelegt. Der Einstiegslohn beträgt gegenwärtig 6´995,- SFr (brutto) und der Maximallohn im 21. Dienstjahr 8´754,- SFr (brutto) pro Monat (13x im Jahr). Dazu kommen fallweise Extrahonorare. Die Einstufung erfolgt unter Berück</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><link>https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/54742?ref=45</link><guid>https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/54742?ref=45</guid></item><item><title>Opera &amp; Voice-Vocal-Associate Professor/Associate Professor (Teaching)</title><description>I. Academic Positions opened for recruitment&#13;
Opera &amp; Voice Division – Vocal&#13;
1. Tenure-Stream Position:&#13;
Associate Professor&#13;
2. Teaching-Stream Position:&#13;
Associate Professor (Teaching)&#13;
II. Job Description&#13;
1. Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses based on the approved syllabus;&#13;
2. Assisting in networking the regional and international community for the promotion of the area and the preparation for professional development of graduates;&#13;
3. Participating in activities such as concert performances and outreach programmes regionally and internationally.&#13;
III. Qualification Requirements&#13;
1. Having a master's degree or above in the field of bel canto singing;&#13;
2. Candidates should have more than 3 years of teaching experience in professional music conservatories, or possessing extensive domestic and international stage performance practice;&#13;
3. High level of academic and teaching ability, excellent English and Chinese Communication skills;&#13;
4. Having a good sense of responsibility, patience, and caring for the growth and development of students.&#13;
IV. To Apply&#13;
https://jobs.cuhk.edu.cn/jobDetails?id=819&amp;channel=Musical Chairs</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><link>https://www.musicalchairs.info/teaching-jobs/51352</link><guid>https://www.musicalchairs.info/teaching-jobs/51352</guid></item><item><title>2nd Bass for Lohengrin</title><description>Opera Ballet Vlaanderen is looking for 5 tenors and 1 2nd bass to join the chorus for Lohengrin (concert performance).&#13;
This production is scheduled from 16 February - 21 March 2027.&#13;
There is a possibility that selected candidates can be asked for other productions as well.&#13;
Audition: 25 September 2026</description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:52:00 +0100</pubDate><link>https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/54574?ref=45</link><guid>https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/54574?ref=45</guid></item><item><title>Artiste del Coro  - Soprani, Baritoni, Bassi, Tenori</title><description>n° 2 ARTISTE DEL CORO – SOPRANIn° 1 ARTISTA DEL CORO – BARITONOn° 3 ARTISTI DEL CORO – BASSIn° 5 ARTISTI DEL CORO – TENORI</description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:08:32 +0100</pubDate><link>https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/54507?ref=45</link><guid>https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/54507?ref=45</guid></item><item><title>Associate Professor of Voice </title><description>The Norwegian Academy of Music seeks an experienced and dedicated individual to teach classical voice. This is a permanent 70% position, available starting August 1, 2027.&#13;
The responsibilities include teaching and supervising students, artistic development work, and administrative tasks related to academic activities. The successful candidate is expected to actively engage in academic collaboration with colleagues.</description><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:10:38 +0100</pubDate><link>https://www.musicalchairs.info/teaching-jobs/54345</link><guid>https://www.musicalchairs.info/teaching-jobs/54345</guid></item><item><title>Lecturer in Voice</title><description>DescriptionMultiple vacancies exist for full-time teacher’s of voice (Western Classical / Musical Theatre / Contemporary) to work on courses from Preparatory (beginners) to Diploma (undergraduate) level. KM Music Conservatory was founded in 2008 by A. R. Rahman, the Indian film composer known worldwide for the award-winning Slumdog Millionaire score amongst other work.&#13;
Teaching Description&#13;
• Delivery of one-to-one lessons in Voice, to students on our Full-Time Courses, validated by Middlesex University, London. Lessons are to prepare students for practical examinations as part of the Foundation and Diploma certificate programmes.&#13;
• Teach group master classes for students of various performance disciplines and occasionally assist in delivery of other related music courses as skills allow.&#13;
• Run ensembles and prepare students for public performances&#13;
• Assessing student performances and preparing materials for annual assessment processes.&#13;
• Contributing to the search for and development of innovative methods of teaching, learning and assessment as part of KMMC’s learner-centred approach to educationTo Apply&#13;
Please send the following documents to adamgreig@kmmc.in and CC to irshad@kmmc.in&#13;
A Curriculum Vitae showing clearly how you meet the essential and desirable criteria of the Job Description above (Please be sure to include date of birth, nationality, and whether you require VISA to work in India in the CV)&#13;
A covering letter of no more than 400 words stating why you are a suitable candidate&#13;
The names and contact details of two referees who can comment on your work and personality (please&#13;
indicate how they know you, and whether we can contact them prior to interview)&#13;
Interviews will be conducted online</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:56:49 +0100</pubDate><link>https://www.musicalchairs.info/teaching-jobs/54321</link><guid>https://www.musicalchairs.info/teaching-jobs/54321</guid></item><item><title>Professional Chorus Bass Baritone</title><description>Dijon Opera develops a leading lyric and musical program with over 70 curtain raises and more than 60 000 spectators each season. Since 2017, it has held the label "Opera lyric of National interest." With a budget of approximately 12 million euros, the Dijon Opera is a creative house, employing nearly 85 permanent staff, including a permanent artistic force with a 21 persons choir and a pianist, a sewing workshop, a scenery workshop, and a construction workshop.&#13;
Audition’s dates for Bass Baritone : Auditions will be held : &#13;
-        31 th August 2026, from 10 am&#13;
-        1st September 2026, from 10 am&#13;
on the stage of Dijon Auditorium, 11 Boulevard de Verdun - 21000 Dijon &#13;
An audition will be held on these two dates. &#13;
Candidates will choose the date that suits them best, depending on their availability.&#13;
Deadline to register: 25th August 2026&#13;
Following the terms prescribed by the CCNEAC, salary grid for chorus singers (French collective bargaining agreement for art institutions), taking into account the candidate's professional experience.&#13;
The job vacancy starts from September 2026.&#13;
1st round : 1. An opera aria in original to choose from2. A choir part of the choir score of : Abstract from G. Verdi « Rigoletto » (see enclosure) &#13;
3. Great vocalise of Rossini from the note “C”&#13;
2nd round :1. Decoding of a melody or abstract from an opera choir or oratorio. The candidate will have 5 minutes to prepare this test.&#13;
2. A free aria style and era differents from the free aria style of the first round.&#13;
3.One choir part of choir scores : Abstract from J.S. Bach « Motet Singet dem Herrn » (see enclosure)&#13;
3rd round : 1. Rehearsal :Working with the whole alto choir, under the musical direction of the choir master for the following abstracts :Abstract from F. Poulenc « Stabat Mater » (see enclosure) and Abstract from G. Bizet « Les Pêcheurs de perles » (see enclosure)2. Interview with jury members (10 to 20 minutes). This interview will focus primarily, but not exclusi</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:37:36 +0100</pubDate><link>https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/54315?ref=45</link><guid>https://www.musicalchairs.info/jobs/54315?ref=45</guid></item><item><title>Music Teacher (Instrumental and/or Vocal)</title><description>Music Teacher (Instrumental and/or Vocal)&#13;
Full-Time and Part-Time | Cayman Islands&#13;
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A well-established private music studio is seeking a versatile Music Teacher with strong musicianship and a structured teaching approach.&#13;
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Candidates should have experience teaching children and adolescents and the ability to support students across varying levels and learning styles.&#13;
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Proficiency in one or more instruments is required; particular strength in piano, bowed strings (violin/viola/cello), and/or voice is preferred.&#13;
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Responsibilities include private and small-group instruction, preparing students for structured progression and assessments, and contributing to a high-standard teaching environment.&#13;
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Apply with CV, cover letter, and references to janelle@sparkcayman.com. Teaching materials optional.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:20:44 +0100</pubDate><link>https://www.musicalchairs.info/teaching-jobs/53980</link><guid>https://www.musicalchairs.info/teaching-jobs/53980</guid></item></channel></rss>
